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EC&I Manager Protos EFW, Ellesmere Port 12 month contract About the role: Astute’s Power team is partnering with the joint venture EPC to recruit an EC&I Manager on a 12 month contract for a new build Energy from Waste in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. The scope of work includes the following:  

• The Scope-of-Supply with SBG may be summarised as follows:
• 2 stream boiler and grate incineration plant
• 2 flue gas treatment plants incl. stack
• Steel structure
• Waste cranes
• EC&I systems
• Several equipment (ie. fans, tanks, vessels, boiler cleaning devices, etc.)
• Heat and noise insulation- Refractory lining
• Overall field of responsibility shall include:
• Management of the delivery and installation of EC&I Installation packages;
• Coordination with the Site and Project Management Team in terms of EC&I Installations;
• Manage and control the flow of documents, information and project documents including SBG deliverables, technical queries, third party documents and client documents between the SBG Team and the related EC&I sub-contractor(s);
• Coordination of all interfaces between all individual suppliers/ EC&I installation; companies involved in project site activities;
• Responsible for ensuring that project team members always have accurate and up-to-date information about the EC&I scope;
• Supervision and inspection of EC&I installation progress;
• Assist the Site Management Team with all EC&I related Risk and Method
• Statements (RAMS) in accordance with agreed process;
• Compilation of turnover packages and SATs;
• Assist in development of commissioning RAMS, procedures and ITP’s;

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 02392222960 to speak to James Barker who can tell you more

Astute's Renewable Energy Division are proud to be working with our leading O&M client in the renewables industry, who provide services for their customers through operating and maintaining their private High Voltage networks. We're looking for a Control Engineer in Lowestoft to join them on a long-term contract basis. You'll be responsible for overseeing control activities across the site, which is connected to the East Anglia One Offshore Wind Farm. Ideally you'll have exposure to both contractor and consultancies within Offshore wind/HV Power. Industry experience is essential to be considered.

Project Manager - Electrical Bias  Contract 12 months  Rate £450 - £500 per day outside IR35 Locations : Shrewsbury  Start ASAP Role  My client is currently recruiting for a Project manager who is electronically bias. The ideal candidate will be responsible over seeing multiple subcontracts working on a new build materials recycling project.  Responsibilities you will be responsible for over seeing the electrical design and installation between various material processing equipment manufactures.   You will be responsible overseeing the multiple electrical packages and subcontractors.  The ideal candidate will have experience with HV/ LV 

Site Manager – Solar Dunfermline £400 per day 9 - Months     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with an award-winning solar engineering company, specialising in project life-cycle services and solutions for the utility-scale solar industry. To recruit a Site Manager on a 9-month contract for its Dunfermline site. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of up to £400 per day.                   Key skills:

• Management of key project resources including engineering team, on site quality managers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensuring the completion of all relevant documentation and reports in-line with health, safety, environmental and quality, facility policies, procedures, and systems.
• Developing, updating, and disseminating RAMS
• Regular reporting, weekly site reports, and monthly project reporting support to client Project Manager.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role:

• Dunfermline
• Outside IR35
• 9 Month contract with potential to extend

    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 07441391942 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.      

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the renewable energy sector to recruit a Senior Project Manager with a civils bias for utility-scale solar farm projects on a long-term contract in the South/Southwest of England. The role comes with a negotiable day rate depending on experience. Key skills

• Proven experience delivering large-scale solar PV projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover, with a particular focus on civils works.
• Ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and resourcing to ensure successful delivery of solar developments.
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including subcontractors, civil engineers, and consultants.
• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, company standards, and client requirements.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with stakeholders, clients, landowners, and grid operators throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and all associated project documentation.
• Oversee site activities including civil, electrical, and mechanical workstreams, ensuring integration and timely progress—with a particular emphasis on managing civils packages such as earthworks, access roads, drainage, and foundations.
• Chair project meetings, prepare progress reports, and address any delays or issues impacting delivery.
• Identify opportunities for optimisation and cost savings without compromising on safety or quality.
• Strong understanding of grid connection processes and DNO requirements.
• Familiarity with planning consent conditions and environmental compliance.
• Ensure quality assurance and handover documentation is complete and accurately recorded.
• Experience with NEC or similar contracts is highly advantageous.
• Solar industry experience is essential; battery storage experience would be beneficial.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Project Manager role

• South/Southwest of England
• Day rate negotiable
• 12–18 months (initial)
• Outside IR35

 

Mechanical Fitter Waste Transfer Station Barking- Essex £19.74 per hour   Introduction Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join their maintenance team at their waste transfer station in Barking.   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:

• Hands on maintenance across the site on both fixed and mobile plant including compactors, shredders and on-site conveyor systems.
• Maintaining pumps, motors, gearboxes, stirrers, mixers, and all associated plant.
• Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site as well as installations.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure efficiency and minimum downtime across the site.
• Stay on top of site stock and spares.
• Other duties as required.

  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A relevant qualification in an Mechanical engineering discipline, HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, manufacturing)
• Experience of working on heavy industrial machinery including pumps, conveyors, optical sorters, compactors, loading plant etc.

  How to Apply  To apply for this position, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon on [email protected] or call me directly on 02392 222 964.

Mechanical Technician

Plastic Recycling Avonmouth £43,800 + Package ( 4 on- 4 off Day & Night shifts)

Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country. As such, they are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their largest polymer recycling facility in the UK, based in Avonmouth. Working as their Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out key planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the recycling facility on a wide variety of heavy plant and equipment.

 

What you will be doing

As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Preventative maintenance (PPMs) and reactive maintenance across heavy industrial plant
• Mechanical fault-finding and route cause analysis techniques
• Working across all processing plant
• Maintenance on wash plant,sorting equipment, motors, conveyors and other manufacturing based equipment.
• Minimising downtime, ensuring plant runs at optimum performance
• Be able to deliver all work set to the operational expectations and budgetary requirements
• Keep records using CMMS
• Working as part of a shift pattern
• Other duties as required.

This is 4 on 4 off shift position including night shifts. Please only apply if this is suitable.

 

What you will need

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a Mechanical Engineering/ Maintenance role
• Heavy Industrial experience – e.g. processing plant, waste, manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams and drawings
• Pneumatic skills and experience

 

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Package of up to £43,800
• Opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Waste Management companies

 

How to Apply

For more information please contact Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 or emailing your CV to [email protected].

Position Title: Grid Co-ordinator / Battery Energy Storage Systems Project Manager Company: CleanEarth Energy  Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 pa    Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall    Duration: Full-time  Closing date: Open ended     Company background:   Clean Earth design, build, and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the United Kingdom.  Founded in 2010, our industry-leading in-house team of engineers, planners and project managers provide a complete turn key solution for land owners, SMEs and large corporates, incorporating every aspect of the project development process and ensuring Clean Earth are always one step ahead.  This unique approach allows Clean Earth to tackle every project head-on, with the in-house resources to provide a truly holistic service.  Job Description:  Successful applicants will join the existing planning team.  Responsibilities will include: 

• Project management of renewable energy sites – predominantly Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). 
• Site identification for BESS and generation of pipeline growth.
• Liaising with clients, DNOs, Local Planning Authorities and external consultants. 
• Knowledge and understanding of BESS and be able to present proposals internally and externally. 
• Coordination and preparation of EIA and non-EIA planning applications - writing Environmental Statements and Planning Statements. 
• Completing site visits to assess the suitability for BESS installations.
• Ensuring a collaborative relationship with landowners and build relationships with new potential clients.
• Liaising with statutory and non-statutory consultees. 
• Be solution focused and goal oriented.
• Organising and running stakeholder workshops and pre-application consultations. 

  Essential Requirements:   

• Methodical, accurate and process focused approach. 
• Excellent communication and organisational skills. 
• Excelled report-writing skills.
• Proficiency with Excel. 

Strong Preference:  

• Planning experience.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:  

• Renewable energy industry knowledge and experience, with a particular focus on BESS.
• Experience using ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
• Associate membership of RTPI/ IEMA useful. 
• Driving License. 

Essex

Mobile Electrical Test Electrician / Remedial Works Electrician

£32,000- 38,000 DOE plus Company Vehicle

 

Introduction

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Test Electrician to join a rapidly expanding business offering all aspects of electrical testing. As the Electrical Test Electrician, you will be responsible for carrying out scheduled electrical tests as well as electrical repairs / minor works on various retail and commercial properties.

 

Role and Responsibilities

The Electrical Test Electrician will be responsible for:

• Carrying out scheduled electrical tests as well as electrical repairs / minor works on various retail and commercial properties
• Working with high regards for Health, Safety and Environmental standards
• Work to recognised industry standards at all times

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this Electrical Test Electrician position will:

• Have good sound electrical knowledge, for testing and installation works
• City & Guilds 2360 or equivalent to latest BS7671 regulations 
• City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent
• Full UK Driving Licence
• AM2 or equivalent

 

Salary & Package

In addition to an exciting career, you will also receive

• £32,000- £38,000 Basic Salary DOE
• Optional Overtime
• In house training provided
• Company Van and Fuel Card
• 28 Days holiday

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.