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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with one of the leaders in the design and construction of the Hinkley Point C (HPC) nuclear new build power plant to recruit a Civil/Structural Engineer within the reinforced concrete sector. The Civil/Structural Engineer role is a key position in the development of the Hinkley Point C project throughout its design and construction phase and comes with a salary of up to £50,000 dependant on experience. If you’re a Civil, Structural or Temporary Works Engineer and are eager to contribute to a landmark energy project within the Nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Team, you will be responsible for:  

• Modifying reinforced concrete or steel structure designs compliant with the ETC-C or other relevant codes (Eurocodes) and project methodology.
• Checking and coordinating detailing activities with CAD designers or other engineers in preparation of 3D BIM rebar models and/or 2D drawings of reinforced concrete or steel structures.
• Manage and modify structural designs using software such as TEKLA.
• Managing engineering changes in line with company/project procedures and QA processes.
• Assessing and responding to Field Changes Requests, Field Information Requests, or Site Non-Conformances from civil works contractors.
• Liaising with other stakeholders of the site engineering team or construction team for clarification on site requests.
• Coordinating with the back office for clarification on design packages or for resolving design package issues.
• Technical review and acceptance of contractor deliverables.
• Site walkdowns and inspections.
• Responsibility for schedule for engineering tasks reporting to the management, scheduling and commercial requirement.
• Working with contractors on site to deliver the implementation of engineering solutions.

    Professional qualifications & personal characteristics We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven experience in the civil, infrastructure, structural, method, or temporary works engineering and design.
• Hands-on knowledge of detailed design processes and their application in construction.
• Familiarity with structural software such as TEKLA.
• Experience within highly regulated industries, such as nuclear or heavy industry sectors, is desirable.
• Previous experience working as a Civil Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Method Engineer, Structural Engineer or Temporary Works Engineer.
• Working knowledge of the detailed design phases and how this is transitioned to the construction phase

This role requires security clearance, and employment offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.       Salary and benefits of the Civil/ Structural Engineer role  

• Basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000 dependant on experience
• Enhanced pension offering of 8% employer contributions
• Benefits such as life insurance, income protection, healthcare.

INDNUC  

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Local Operations Manager to support teams in the Oola region, Ireland. The Local Operations Manager role comes with a competitive salary plus bonus and pension scheme and great career progression opportunities. If you have a technical background in wind (or a similar sector) and enjoy managing performance, people, and budgets across remote teams, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Local Operations Manager you will:  

• Overall accountability for QHSE within the service area, ensuring full compliance with internal standards and external regulations, and acting as a visible role model for safety and quality.
• Full responsibility for operational performance, ensuring optimal availability and reliability of wind turbine generators across the service area.
• Ownership of financial and commercial performance, including budget planning, cost control, and delivery against agreed targets.
• Leadership of site teams, including delegation to team leads, performance management, and ensuring all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to required standards.
• Recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention of service employees, including identification of training needs and succession planning to build a high-performing team.
• Development and implementation of effective staffing and resource plans, including inventory and stock management.
• Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on KPIs and operational data to drive continuous improvement, address performance gaps, and share best practice.
• Oversight of site operations including safety audits, facilities management, large-scale operations (e.g. major component exchanges), and improvement initiatives.
• Management of customer operational topics, ensuring clear, collaborative communication and strong working relationships with stakeholders and project teams.
• Driving efficiency, competitiveness, and business growth initiatives, including service handovers from build to operations and planning for new or relocated service points

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven leadership experience within the wind industry or a comparable technical sector.
• Completed apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience in Mechanical or Electrical engineering would be preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of commercial and financial controls, with experience managing budgets, KPIs, and overall financial performance.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote, field-based teams.
• Strong people management skills, with the ability to oversee the full spectrum of team performance, development, and engagement
• Must hold Driving Licence

    Personal skills The Local Operations Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Able to work at heights, outside in all conditions when needed.
• Collaborative team player with proactive attitude.
• Had excellent decision-making, planning, and prioritisation capabilities.
• Effective with delegation and workload management
• Agile and able to adapt in a fast-paced industry.
• Strong customer-focused mindset.

    Salary and benefits of the Local Operations Manager role  

• Competitive Salary depending on experience
• Up to 10% company bonus
• Car Allowance
• Progression opportunities with clear structure to support you in your development.
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme, Cycle Scheme, EAP Scheme

INDREN  

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Plant Manager to join their brand-new Energy from Waste Power Station in Tilbury, Essex.    The vital Plant Manager role comes with a salary of up to c.£90,000 + c.£8,000 car allowance per annum + excellent bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. The plant is currently in construction phase and as Plant Manager, you will play a critical role to recruit the full Operations and Maintenance Team through the mobilisation period through to full operational handover from the EPC contractor. 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 Head of Operations, you will be responsible for:   

• Guide the plant through the full mobilisation phase including construction, commissioning through to full operational handover
• Implementing & maintaining the relevant management systems to operate this new Energy from Waste plant including identifying process improvements to maximise opportunity and resole root causes of issues as they arise.
• Play a pivotal role in the recruitment of the full Operations and Maintenance Team.
• Ensure plant availability, waste throughput and energy production targets are being met
• Full site compliance for all health, safety, environmental and quality issues including overseeing permits, audits, inspections & ISO compliance (OHSAS18001, ISO9001, ISO14001)
• Liaise with key stakeholders (Local Authority, Environment Agency, HSE etc) including the EPC Contractor for identifying build issues and regular Construction meetings.
• Full P&L responsibility for the site relating to CAPEX and OPEX budgets

    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.
• Mobilisation experience of a power generation site will be highly advantageous
• 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 basic salary of c.£90,000
• Excellent Bonus %
• Car allowance of c.£8,000 per annum
• Private healthcare
• Other excellent benefits

Astute are partnered with a highly respected engineering consultancy delivering complex EC&I design solutions across the UK nuclear sector, including new build, existing generation, decommissioning and defence projects.

Our client is looking for a Mid-Level EC&I Design Engineer to join their established engineering team based in Bridgwater. This role is ideal for an EC&I Engineer looking to take the next step in their career, gain exposure to high-integrity nuclear projects, and develop technically within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The EC&I Design Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, flexible working options and an excellent benefits package.

If you’re an EC&I Engineer with design experience looking for a long-term, technically interesting role, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

As the EC&I Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Producing EC&I design deliverables including:

  • Block Cable Diagrams

  • Single Line Diagrams

  • General Arrangement Drawings

  • Wiring Schematics using AutoCAD

• Producing electrical and instrumentation equipment schedules

• Supporting the specification and selection of EC&I equipment

• Ensuring designs meet project, safety and regulatory requirements

• Taking ownership of allocated work packages and supporting issue resolution

• Working closely with internal engineering, project and management teams

• Communicating with customers and supporting long-term working relationships

• Occasional site visits, including overnight stays when necessary

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• 2+ years’ experience in an EC&I engineering or design role

• HNC (minimum) in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering

• Experience designing EC&I systems and producing technical drawings

• Familiarity with EC&I equipment used in conventional and safety-related applications

• Ability to interpret requirements and produce compliant designs

• Good understanding of health and safety principles

• Clear and concise technical documentation skills

• Eligible for security clearance for government and regulated industries

Desirable (but not essential):

• HND or higher qualification

• Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience

• Functional safety awareness (IEC 61508 / IEC 61513)

• PLC programming or system integration knowledge

• Understanding of engineering standards and compliance

• Knowledge of BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations

Personal skills

The EC&I Design Engineer role would suit someone who has:

• Strong communication skills

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• A proactive and professional approach to problem solving

• Flexibility to attend site and client meetings when required

Salary and benefits of the EC&I Design Engineer role

• Salary between £30-£45,000 DOE

• 37.5 hours per week

• Optional 4- or 5-day working week (compressed hours available)

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

• 8% company pension contribution

• Healthcare Health Cash Plan

• Profit-related bonus scheme

• Staff wellbeing fund – employees decide how it’s spent

• Office-based role in Bridgwater (TA6) with some flexibility for home working

  INDNUC

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a strong focus on sustainability and operational excellence to recruit a Day Shift Team Leader for its Energy Recovery Facility in Exeter.

The Day Shift Team Leader role comes with a salary of £62,000 + benefits, and the opportunity to play a key part in the safe and efficient operation of a high-profile waste-to-energy facility.

If you’re a Shift Team Leader or experienced Operations Technician looking to join an organisation that prioritises safety, continuous improvement and professional development, then submit your CV to apply today.

 

Responsibilities and duties of the Day Shift Team Leader role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead day shift operations to ensure safe, compliant and efficient running of the ERF plant

• Act as Senior Authorised Person, managing safe systems of work and permit control

• Supervise operational teams and contractors across site operations

• Ensure plant performance meets availability, quality and environmental targets

• Coordinate consumables, by-products and contractor activities

• Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across the site

• Support training, performance management and development of team members

• Respond to operational issues, incidents and emergency situations as required

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Engineering qualification such as ONC, HNC or equivalent

• Health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH

• Experience working within a process, power or industrial environment

• Knowledge of safe systems of work, permits and risk assessments

• Senior Authorised Person experience (desirable)

Personal skills The Day Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who is:

• A confident and visible leader with strong safety awareness

• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively

• A clear communicator at all levels, both written and verbal

• Proactive, solution-focused and able to make sound operational decisions

• Comfortable working flexibly to meet operational requirements

 

Salary and benefits of the Day Shift Team Leader role

• Salary of £62,000 

• Pension and benefits package

• Opportunity to work for a leading renewable energy organisation

• Ongoing training and career development

**4 Positions** Inside IR35 – CEST Attached All candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance – they can start with BPSS, so long as SC is in motion. Applicants must have lived and worked in the UK for the last 5 years. Based at Burghfield - RG30 3RR IR35: Inside Duration: 52 weeks Full time site based role – 11 shifts on, 3 shifts off **NIGHT SHIFT ROLE** Pay Rate: £49.23 per hour Umbrella/ £36.67 per hour PAYE – Inclusive of £5.00 per hour shift enhancement (£54.29 p/h / £40.41) For each day travelled to site, a £100 per diem Umbrella/£85.80 per diem PAYE is payable to workers travelling more than 30 miles to site. Workers must have CSCS/ECS card prior to starting. Full spec attached – must be submitted on Cavendish coversheet – all agency details removed