Astute People Ltd

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Plant Manager to join their modern Energy from Waste Power Station in Grangemouth, Scotland. The vital Plant Manager role comes with a competitive salary + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. If you’re a Plant Manager, or experienced Operations/Engineering Manager, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will be responsible for:   

• Ensuring the facility is operated efficiently and that all performance targets are met or exceeded.
• Managing the site O&M team & third-party contractors, ensuring the plant is run in a safe & efficient manner, in compliance with all internal & external standards & legislation.
• Oversee plant improvement opportunities to increase plant availability and reduce ongoing costs.
• Development of the O&M strategy on site, including the implementation and execution of planned / unplanned maintenance activity, outages and day to day operations.
• Managing HSE, Quality and Environmental systems in accordance with OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Managing the site’s budgets and taking financial responsibility for the plant.
• Ensure that the businesses operating model is implemented across the facility.
• Tracking costs for capital project and outages.
• Managing and developing site personnel.
• Reporting on QEHS, Financial, Operations and Maintenance issues.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: 

• Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant engineering field
• Would be highly beneficial to have an IOSH or NEBOSH Health and Safety Qualification

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Plant Manager role would suit someone who has: 

• Prior senior management experience within a heavy process engineering environment such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, etc), Refineries, Petrochemicals, COMAH sites, etc.
• Excellent leadership skills with proven experience in successfully achieving plant KPI’s.
• Familiar with Engineering standards and legislation such as PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc.
• Budget/Commercial/Strategic experience.

    Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role

• A competitive basic salary
• Bonus
• Private healthcare
• Other excellent benefits

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Person Specification The Commercial / Contract Manager should thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects. Experience:  - Proven experience in a Junior contract /commercial management role, particularly in handling high value, complex, contracts.  - Good background in corporate finance, with a good understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.  - Foundational experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.  - Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects. Personal Attributes:  - A confident and professional manner, with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.  - Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated, even in the face of setbacks or challenges.  - A passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike.  - Innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results, and challenge conventional thinking when necessary.  - A positive outlook, always focused on finding opportunities in adversity, and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations.  - Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met, with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a multi-disciplinary engineering contractor delivering infrastructure and defence projects, to recruit 2 Assistant Project Managers for their work at Portsmouth Dockyard.   The key Assistant Project Manager role comes with a competitive salary, pension, and excellent career progression within a fast-paced, project-driven environment.   If you’re an Assistant Project Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that operates on high-profile defence projects and offers long-term development in a structured, safety-critical environment, then submit your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties of the Assistant Project Manager role   Reporting to the Project Manager you will:    

• Assist the existing project managers with their daily duties.
• This is a learning and development role, learning how to be an effective Project Manager on a busy and large-scale construction site. You will have the opportunity to 'learn on the job'. 
• Assist with managing timelines and budgets.
• Assist with managing subcontractors and liaising with stakeholders.
• Assist with bids and tendering processes.
• Assist with regular meetings and reporting back progress/ issues to the relevant stakeholders.
• Any other duties that may be required by your manager.

    Professional Qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:    

• A degree or equivalent in construction management/ project management/ civil engineering or similar. Desirable but not essential.
• Experience in construction is desirable.
• Eligibility for Portsmouth dockyard vetting procedure.

  Personal skills     The Assistant Project Manager role would suit someone who is:    

• A strong desire to pursue a career in construction Project Management.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test.
• Right to work in the UK, sponsorship not offered.

    Salary and benefits of the Assistant Project Manager role    

• Salary of £30,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience).
• M-F, 7:30 – 4:30 between site and office.
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Additional holidays rewarded for length of service.
• Other benefits to be discussed.

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Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a global company, who specialise within the Energy from Waste industry, to recruit for a Shift Team Leader to join their new EfW Power Station in Slough, Berkshire. The vital Shift Team Leader role comes with a competitive salary + Shift Allowance + Bonus + Overtime + Private Medical + Pension + Benefits.  If you’re a Shift Team Leader and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:  

• The day-to-day leadership of a team of Shift Operators / Shift Technicians who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation the plant including high-pressure steam boilers, turbines, auxiliary plant, etc.
• Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
• Maximising waste input and energy production
• Chairing daily meetings after a shift handover to review health, safety & environmental issues, overnight activities and plans for the shift ahead.
• Fulfilling the duty of HV Senior Authorised Person for the purpose of issuing permits, switching, and carrying out mechanical and electrical isolations.
• Working with the maintenance department when required to ensure maximum plant availability.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally have an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification in an engineering discipline
• A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be desired
• Ideally have experience being a High Voltage Senior Authorised Person

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who has:  

• Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, CCGT, Coal, Biomass, CHP), Petrochemicals, Refineries, Paper Mills, etc.
• Knowledge and experience working with steam generation equipment.
• Extensive experience working with SCADA/DCS systems.
• Familiar with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) Procedures including writing and issuing of permits.
• Excellent proven leadership skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and cover for shift staff in times of absence on short notice

    Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role

• A competitive basic starting salary
• Shift allowance
• Overtime
• Bonus
• Private medical
• Other benefits

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Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a global company, who specialise in the Energy from Waste (EfW)Power industry, to recruit an Assistant Shift Team Leader to join their Energy from Waste Power Station in Slough, Berkshire. The vital Assistant Shift Team Leader role comes with a salary of c.£52,000 + £5,000 Shift Allowance + Bonus + Overtime + Private Medical + Pension + Benefits.  If you’re an experience operations engineering professional and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Shift Team Leader you will be responsible for:  

• Assisting the Shift Team Leader in the safe & efficient operation of the plant,
• Carry out plant inspections, adjustments, readings and maintain all data accurately to ensure compliance with the environmental permit.
• Manage and monitor plant consumables, ensuring stock levels are maintained and liaising with procurement to replenish supplies.
• Supervising contractors, reviewing RAMS and ensuring all work is carried out in line with company legislation and processes.
• Identify areas within the plant for improvement to improve efficiency / availability.
• Working closely with the maintenance team to address problems which may come up

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally have an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification in an engineering discipline
• A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH
• HV Senior/Authorised Person would be advantageous

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Assistant Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who has:  

• Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, CCGT, Coal, Biomass, CHP), Petrochemicals, Refineries, Paper Mills, etc.
• Knowledge and experience working with steam generation equipment.
• Extensive experience working with SCADA/DCS systems.
• Familiar with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) Procedures including writing and issuing of permits.
• Excellent proven leadership skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and cover for shift staff in times of absence on short notice

    Salary and benefits of the Assistant Shift Team Leader role  

• A starting basic salary of c.£52,000
• Shift allowance of £5,000
• Overtime
• Bonus
• Private medical
• Other company benefits

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