Astute People Ltd

Environmental Advisor

Location: Sellafield (Cumbria) Company: Hochtief (supporting the Infrastructure Delivery Partner – IDP Programme)

Role Overview

Hochtief is looking to recruit an Environmental Advisor to support the delivery of the Infrastructure Delivery Partner (IDP) programme at Sellafield. This role will focus on supporting environmental compliance and performance across a range of infrastructure and construction activities within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with project teams to ensure environmental risks are effectively managed and that all works are delivered in line with legal requirements and environmental best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day environmental support to project and site teams

• Assist in ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, permits, and site requirements

• Support the development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), method statements, and risk assessments

• Identify environmental risks on site and assist in implementing mitigation measures

• Carry out site inspections, monitoring, and environmental audits

• Support environmental incident investigations and reporting

• Maintain accurate environmental records and contribute to performance reporting

• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders on environmental matters

• Promote environmental awareness and good practice across site activities

• Support sustainability initiatives, including waste management and resource efficiency

Key Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related discipline

• Experience in an environmental role within construction, infrastructure, or a regulated industry

• Working knowledge of UK environmental legislation

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Good communication skills with the ability to engage with site teams

• Proactive approach to environmental management

Desirable

• Experience working in a highly regulated environment (nuclear experience advantageous)

• Awareness of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

• Membership of (or working towards) a relevant professional body (e.g., IEMA)

Job spec attached.

Astute’s  Team is partnering with a leading service company to recruit a Mechanical Field Service Technician for its sites mainly in Essex and South East. The Mechanical Field Service Technician role comes with a salary of up to £40,000. If you’re a Mechanical Field Service Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today..

Responsibilities and Duties of the Mechanical Technician role   Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor you will:

• Understand and be capable of delivering the high levels of quality workmanship to tight timescales expected of our clients and their customers.
• Undertaking maintenance and associated tasks related to Mechanical equipment, to a high standard, working alone or as part of a team.
• Taking responsibility for accurate fault diagnosis and implementation of work with consideration of cost, reliability and availability.
• Working in a flexible manner within levels of competency to contribute to the delivery of work programmes alongside other disciplines and work teams on site.
• Adhering to the Client safety rules and procedures and perform roles within the rules following training and accreditation.
• Be able to respond positively when unforeseen circumstances occur.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:

• Time Served Apprenticeship in a Mechanical Engineering field
• Strong experience working with rotating equipment such as Steam Turbines, Gas Turbines and associated equipment
• Experience working in a heavy process environment such as a power station, refinery, chemical plant or paper mill.
• As this is a field based role, a full UK driving licence is a necessity

 

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Field Service Technician role

• Salary up to £40,000 per annum
• Company van + mobile + laptop
• OT

 

INDPOW

Astute’s Power Team are working with one of the country’s leading Waste Management companies and supporting the recruitment of their newest Energy from Waste facility. The Lostock Sustainable Energy Plant is currently under construction, and when complete will be exporting ~70MW of electricity to the grid, processing circa 600,000 tonnes of waste per year. We are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader to join the Maintenance Team of this exciting project. As a Mechanical Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the Mechanical Department to ensure reactive and preventative maintenance is scheduled and actioned in a timely manner to maximise plant reliability & availability. You’ll also be involved with supporting commissioning activities and working towards the plants operational handover. If you’re interested and have the right skillset then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role: Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, as a Mechanical Team Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Scheduling, planning and optimising all mechanical maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner
• ?Supervising and directing contractors.
• Working closely with the operations department to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and how these can be rectified
• ??????Manage and oversee the development and implementation of modifications and site improvement projects.
• Support the Maintenance Manager and work alongside the other Departmental Team Leaders in planning outages, managing site support service agreements and deputise for the Maintenance Manager.
• Ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Leading and managing a team of mechanical technicians to ensure the plant is maintained to the highest standard to ensure maximum plant availability

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in Mechanical engineering at ideally HNC / ONC / HND level.
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS.
• Recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

Personal skills The Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role would suit someone who has:

• At least three years supervisory experience
• A further 3 - 5 years minimum in a hands on technical role working on mechanical plant
• Proven experience in coordinating and scheduling maintenance work
• Familiar with Health & Safety Regulations such as LOLER, PUWER & PSSR.
• Hands on experience with a range of equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc. Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role

• A competitive salary
• Site bonus up to 12%
• Overtime
• A contributory pension
• Opportunity to work on one of the newest Energy from Waste plants in the UK

INDPOW

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a company dedicated to completing Solar Installations to a variety of properties to recruit a Solar Electrician for its base site in Fetcham. The strategically important Solar Electrician role comes with a salary of up to £35,000, a company pension plan, and use of a shared van. If you’re a Solar Electrician and are looking to work for an organisation that is working hard to ensure a greener future for the next generation, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Solar Electrician role   Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:  

• Be working in a pair to install Solar PV Systems into a variety of properties, from domestic to commercial
• Ensure work is complete in a timely manner and adhere to health and safety regulations
• Be client facing, and able to answer any questions from the customer
• Occasionally be able to assist with mounting the panel to the roof

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installations
• Full UK Driving License
• ECS Gold Card (desirable)

Personal skills   The Solar Electrician role would suit someone who is:  

• Keen to deliver their projects in a timely manner
• Able to work in a team to complete their work
• Adaptable to tasks when things my change

  Salary and benefits of the Solar Electrician role  

• Up to £35,000
• Use of a shared vehicle
• Company Pension Plan

INDREN  

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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.

 

Astute’s Renewable’s team is partnering with a business whose focus is to drive the country forward with their wide range of renewable energy technologies. They are looking to recruit a Service Delivery Manager to be based in their main office, local to Reading. The exciting Service delivery Manager role comes with a competitive salary of up to £50,000 , pension and flexible working set up. If you’re a Service Delivery Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that is really looking to make a difference when it comes to sustainability, then submit your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Director you will:  

• Lead the delivery of maintenance services of Solar PV, LED and EV Charing Infrastructure
• Coordinate with various internal and external teams to ensure performance is optimised
• Be the focal point for communication from customers
• Track KPI’s, analyse data and implement the relevant improvement’s
• Oversee the O&M documentation within the business

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A recognised qualification in facilities management or engineering
• Certifications in Health and Safety (IOSH or NEBOSH)
• Certifications in Renewable Energy (MCS or a City ad Guilds) are desirable

Personal skills The Service Delivery Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Proactive when it comes to being a problem solver
• An excellent communicator both internally and internally
• A proven and strong leader and able to keep schedules organized
• Familiar with Renewable Energy

Salary and benefits of the Service Delivery Manager role  

• Up to £50,000 a year
• A competitive company pension scheme
• A degree of flexible working

INDREN  

As part of Astute’s People Plus retained search, Astute’s Nuclear Team is exclusively partnering with Rodgers Leask, a leading engineering consultancy, to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer for its Bristol or Derby site.

The strategically important Senior Structural Engineer role comes with a salary of £50,000–£55,000+ (flexible for chartered or exceptional candidates), alongside strong development opportunities and a clear pathway for progression.

If you’re a Senior Structural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that delivers complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative and technically driven environment, then submit your CV to apply today.

  Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will:

• Lead structural design activities and take ownership of engineering packages from concept through to delivery
• Perform and check detailed hand calculations
• Produce and review engineering drawings
• Lead and mentor a small team (typically a technician and/or junior engineer)
• Liaise directly with clients and key stakeholders
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, regulations, and security requirements
• Work independently on assigned project deliverables

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A strong  experience in structural engineering design
• A high level of design experience with reinforced concrete and steel
• Experience with timber and masonry (desirable)
• Proficiency in hand calculations and engineering drawing production/review
• Experience with in-situ and precast concrete (highly desirable for Bristol-based candidates)
• Proven track record working independently in design-led roles
• Experience leading teams or mentoring junior engineers
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) is advantageous

Personal skills

The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Technically strong with excellent attention to detail
• A confident leader with mentoring capability
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Effective in client-facing and stakeholder communication
• Adaptable within highly regulated and security-sensitive environments

Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role

• Competitive salary of £50,000–£55,000+ (flexible for high-calibre candidates)
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact infrastructure and defence projects
• Clear pathway for career progression and chartership support
• Collaborative and technically driven working environment
• Hybrid working potential after initial probation (case-by-case basis)

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible for BPSS clearance (mandatory)
• SC clearance is advantageous but not required
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

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