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Assistant Site Manager - Bracon Ash
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Role - Assistant Site Manager Location - Bracon Ash/East Anglia Package - £35k-45k + benefits     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is working with one of the worlds market leading O&M service providers. Specialising in the development, engineering, financing, construction, operations & maintenance of large scale solar photovoltaic projects. With close to 1.8GWp installed Globally and a 5-year track record for outstanding services, they are looking for an Assistant Site Manager, based in Warwickshire. The Assistant Site Manager role comes with a salary between £35k-45k with a bonus scheme, pension, full health and life cover. If you’re an Assistant Site Manager and are looking to work for an international organisation that is also focused on providing clean energy for future generations, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Head of Project Management you will:  
  • Site management of large utility scale Solar PV and Battery Storage projects
  • Quality control management and contractual requirements reviewal
  • Ensuring UK health and safety compliance, including progress and quality reporting according to the CDM regulations
  • Onsite coordination of subcontractors and activity management
  • Liaising with the Project Management team, escalating any risks to programme, quality or budget
  • Site documentation preparation, O&M and safety file compilations
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Experience with Renewable Energy technologies in the UK, preferably Solar PV and/or Battery Storage.
  • Familiarity with site management or supervision in construction.
  • Background in civil, structural or electrical works.
  • SMSTS or SSTS training is beneficial.
  • CSCS card a plus.
  • First Aid trained a plus.
    Personal skills: The Assistant Site Manager role would suit someone who is:
  • Self-starter with commitment to self-development and passion for renewable energy.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Desire to work in an international Company.
.     Salary and benefits of the Assistant Site Manager role:
  • Salary from £35k-45k
  • Bonus KPI driven
  • Pension ER’s contributions up to 6%
  • Full Health cover
  • 4 x Life cover
  • 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
  • Mobile
  • PC
  • PPE
    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02393 911 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.   INDRED

Site Surveyor
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/3/25
  • END DATE: 2/6/26
  • PAY RATE: $350.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Site Surveyor on a 12 month minimum contract for its London site. The Site Surveyor role comes with a competitive day rate.             Key skills • Act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives • Set out, level and survey the site • Check plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations • Liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project • Carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of any subcontractors - this is site-specific and may not be the case on all projects Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Surveyor role  
  • London
  • 12 Months minimum
  • Outside IR35
 

Business Development Manager - Hazardous Waste
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear Team are exclusively partnered with an industry leader within the hazardous waste management sector to recruit a Business Development Manager for their Hazardous Waste Treatment division in the North West. The Business Development Manager role comes with a competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus a car allowance, bonus and many other benefits. As the Business Development Manager, you will supporting their hazardous waste treatment operations at their site in Kirby and other sites across the North West of the UK. If you’re a Business Development Manager with experience within specialist or  hazardous waste then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Business Development Manager role Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will:
  • Carry out key business development activities to drive business growth within their hazardous waste treatment and transfer division, targeting both new and existing clients.
  • Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities, keeping on top of market and competitor trends and relevant industry developments to contribute to the company business plan.
  • Foster strong customer relationships, clearly communicating technical details and service capabilities and always ensuring high service standards. Proactively addressing non-conformances and providing timely feedback as required.
  • Work closely across divisions to identify opportunities to cross-sell additional business services, especially across other sites within the business group.
  • Collaborate with account managers, administration staff and operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
  • Manage the tender process, including document reviews, tender writing, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
  • Prepare and present compelling commercial proposals, quotations, technical descriptions, and service specifications to customers.
  • Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
  • Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.
  • Perform other duties as reasonably required to support business objectives.
  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Technical expertise in hazardous/chemical waste with previous experience selling into the sector.
  • Proven ability to manage customer accounts with sales revenue exceeding £1 million per annum.
  • Flexibility to travel and carry out overnight stays where required.
  • Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service
  •  Full UK driving licence.
  • Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in hazardous wastes management.
  Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role  
  • Basic salary of up to £50,000 dependant on experience.
  • Car Allowance
  • Bonus scheme
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Competitive benefits package

Site Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Graduate Site Chemist

Waste Management Peterborough  Salary £25,000 - £27,000 DOE Monday- Friday

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Site Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Site Chemist, you will be responsible for taking and analysing hazardous waste samples on-site to ensure safe and compliant waste is processed at all times.

The Job

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
  • Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
  • Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
  • Providing services to customers to enable wastes to be assessed, priced and collected
  • Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
  • Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
  • Assist with the daily/weekly plan for the operational areas and laboratory, adapt to the unplanned and unexpected to deliver targets, KPI’s and other requirements.
  • Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
  • Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
  • Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

Some knowledge of hazardous waste or industrial chemistry would be beneficial as well as previous experience working in a site-based role or in an industrial hands-on environment. This role would suit someone looking to further their career within the chemical sector and an interest in moving into the waste management industry. A NEBOSH certificate or IOSH H&S qualification would also be beneficial. 

 

What’s on Offer

  • Basic Salary of £25,000 - £27,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]


Radiation Protection Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a company that provides comprehensive and cost-effective radiation protection services to a wide range of internationally operating industrial and non-industrial companies. They are looking for a qualified Radiation Protection Advisor to join their successful Radiation Protection team.   This integral position comes with a salary of up to £70,000, excellent opportunities to work on a wide variety of projects. You’ll share new ideas between clients which satisfy the most stringent Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards to support their purpose, protecting people and planet. They also provide support and training to those keen to further develop their careers through additional professional development qualifications, such as RWA and/or DGSA certification.   If you’re an experienced and highly motivated RPA and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in upskilling their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: As the Radiation Protection Advisor you will:  
  • Provide clear and concise advice to clients on radiation compliance issues.
  • Prepare and review radiation risk assessments and procedures.
  • Carry out audits - onshore and offshore – and ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
  • Teach radiation protection courses.
  • Mentor trainee RPA’s to help ensure they gain their RPA2000 certification.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A valid RPA certificate issued by RPA2000
  • Have experience providing radiation protection advice to at least one of the utilities, real estate, nuclear, technology, marine and development sectors.
  • Radioactive Waste Adviser (RWA) Certificate or working towards it would be an advantage.
  • DGSA certification or knowledge of Class 7 transport regulations would also be desirable.
    Personal skills: The RPA role would suit someone who has:  
  • Excellent verbal, written communications, and IT Skills
  • The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Able to plan your day and have excellent time management skills
  • Ability to work on and offshore
    Salary and benefits of the Radiation Protection Advisor role:  
  • Base salary of up to £70,000
  • 36 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Flexible/hybrid working policy
  • Employee support programmes
  • Career development opportunities  

Field Service Engineer - Bristol/Swindon
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a utility scale solar O&M company to recruit a Junior Field Service Engineer for its sites in Bristol and the surrounding areas. This role comes with a salary of £32,000 - £36,000 DOE, company van and provides an excellent opportunity to move into the utility scale solar world. If you’re a qualified electrician and are looking to get into the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Operations you will:
  • Assisting with planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements. Learning around reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and standard operating procedures
  • Performing reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner
  • Carrying out site surveys requests as required
  • Compiling accurate and appropriate documentation for both internal and external stakeholders in a precise and timely manner
  • Keeping accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, High Voltage and safety documents that are suitable for audit
  • Ensuring that work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity
  • Complying with the company Health & Safety Policy
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualifications or equivalent
  • 17th/18th (preferably) edition wiring regulations
  • Ideally at least a year’s experience in electrical installation/maintenance work in either an industrial, commercial or even domestic capacity
  • Full UK licence
Personal skills The Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • Keen to get into renewables A real passion for renewable technologies such as solar PV, battery storage etc
  • Happy to travel around to sites in a field-based role
Salary and benefits of the Junior Field Service Engineer role
  • Salary of between £32,000 to £36,000 Depending on experience
  • Company vehicle
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Great opportunity to get into renewable energy
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Site Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Technical Sales Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
About FLI Structures

FLI Structures is a leading UK provider of engineered steel structures, screw pile foundations, and infrastructure solutions across the telecoms, rail, highways, energy, radar, and water sectors. Our end-to-end capabilities—from in-house design and fabrication to installation—set us apart in delivering sustainable, safe, and cost-efficient infrastructure.

We work on projects that underpin critical national infrastructure, with a deep focus on safety (ISO 45001), quality (CE marking to EN 1090-2), and sustainability. Our clients include major contractors, telecom operators, utilities, and government frameworks.

Learn more: www.fli.co.uk

Role Overview

We are seeking an ambitious and technically credible Business Development Manager to identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across our core and emerging markets. You’ll work closely with the estimating, engineering, and project delivery teams to grow key accounts and develop partnerships that drive revenue and long-term growth.

This is a client-facing, solution-led role for someone who understands infrastructure, appreciates technical detail, and can navigate both public and private sector procurement environments.

Key Responsibilities
  • New Business Generation

    • Identify and target new clients across telecoms, energy, rail, highways, and water sectors. • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline using market intelligence and lead generation strategies.
  • Client Relationship Management

    • Develop long-term relationships with key decision-makers (engineers, procurement teams, framework leads). • Represent FLI Structures at client meetings, industry events, and trade shows.
  • Bid and Proposal Support

    • Work with the estimating and commercial teams to develop competitive, high-quality proposals. • Lead client presentations and negotiations with a focus on value engineering and technical differentiation.
  • Market Intelligence

    • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, regulatory shifts, and customer needs to shape business strategy. • Identify opportunities in renewables, flood defences, and emerging infrastructure projects (e.g. 5G, Net Zero).
  • Account Growth

    • Maintain and expand business with existing clients through strategic account management. • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
What You’ll Bring
  • Experience

    • 5+ years of business development or technical sales experience in construction, civils, or infrastructure (ideally in steelwork, piling, or telecoms/energy sectors). • Strong understanding of B2B sales cycles and public procurement/tendering processes.
  • Education

    • Degree or HND in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business (or equivalent work experience).
  • Skills & Attributes

    • Proven ability to build rapport with technical and commercial stakeholders. • Technically curious, commercially sharp, and self-driven. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. • Proficient with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and presentation tools.
  • Bonus Points for Experience In:

    • Telecoms infrastructure, DNO/grid connections, rail electrification, or flood defence structures. • Framework agreements and long-term public/private sector contracts. • Knowledge of EN 1090, ISO 9001, or sustainability reporting standards.
What’s in It for You?
  • Attractive Compensation: Base salary + performance-related bonus + car allowance + pension.

  • Influence and Autonomy: Play a key role in shaping growth strategy and client relationships.

  • Career Progression: Opportunities to move into senior commercial or sector-leadership roles.

  • Purpose-Driven Work: Help deliver the steel and foundation infrastructure that powers the UK’s digital and energy future.

  • Supportive Culture: Join a high-performing, values-led company with a strong emphasis on HSEQ, collaboration, and delivery excellence.


Black Hat Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a speciality lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the lifting principal contractor on Hinkley Point C to recruit a Black Hat Supervisor/Mechanical Superindendent for its Hinkley Point C project.

 

The Mechanical Superindendent will play a critical role in holding responsibility for the assembly, installation, commissioning and maintenance direction and comes with a base salary upto £75,000 depending on experience and a wealth of opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects in the UK.

 

If you’re a Mechanical Supervisor with gantry or crane experience, and are looking for work then submit your CV to apply today.

 

               

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Construction Manager you will:
  • Supervising lifting execution of site / compound activities on and off HPC site.
  • Responsible for control and day to day management of the labour and plant resources to achieve targets
  • Interface with management, and other 3rd party black hats in interfacing works areas on site matters
  • Day to day management of site labour resources and delivering pre work briefings for safety. Setting labour to work on time, controlling breaktimes and return to the workface and working up to the stipulated end of shift). Maintaining records of labour performance and punctuality and reporting to manager.
  • Consistent review of all work locations to identify and control any potential departure from approved drawings and procedures.

 

Professional qualifications

 

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • A Mechanical Engineering background, holding a qualification to a minimum of HNC/NVQ Level 3, etc.
  • CCNSG Safety Passport.
  • SSSTS/IOSH Managing Safely  

 

Personal skills

 

The Black Hat Supervisor role would suit someone who is:

  • Worked in a heavy industrial setting (Power generation, aerospace, rail, nuclear, steel forging, manufacturing, heavy lifting) on cranes.
  • Worked in a maintenance, installation, assembly, servicing setting.

 

 

Salary and benefits of the Black Hat Supervisor role

 

  • A salary upto £75,000 depending on experience
  • Overtime where desired
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.

 

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Contract Lead
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
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  • 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
  • Enhanced employer pension contributions
  • Enhance parental leave
  • Flexible & hybrid working arrangements
  • Private medical insurance
  • Income protection insurance
  • Performance-related pay scheme – 15% max on salary
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Support with your career development through our Success Management Process.