Astute People Ltd

Title                     Waste Management Consultant  Department       Consultancy Line Manager    Head of Consultancy INTRODUCTION Astute are working with a European leader in nuclear dismantling and waste management who are currently looking for a Waste Management Consultant to join their team. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES  

• Successful delivery of assignment Projects within the time, cost and quality constraints imposed.
• To provide technical environmental, waste management and characterisation services in support of all aspects of the Company’s business and fulfil specific contracts.
• Provide relevant input into business development elements as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Work as a member of a team/Project or where appropriate lead Consultancy projects in accordance with UK Management arrangements
• Ensure the requirements of clients are understood, conducted and completed in accordance with arrangements
• To provide technical environmental, waste management and characterisation services in support of all aspects of the Company’s business and fulfil specific contracts.

TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS      

• Degree or Equivalent (Essential)
• PHE Foundation in Radiological Protection / AURPO Certificate of Professional Development in Radiation Protection          
• C2 / C3 Training
• Hazardous Waste Legislation      
• Class 7 Consignor            
• LLWR Consignment Training / Waste Loading Plans          
• EDF LLW Practitioner Training    
• Risk Assessor Training   
• Competencies / Skills     
• Process and Plant Knowledge      
• Radiation Protection Supervisor
• Gamma Spec     

                EXPERIENCE OF (Essential): Several Years’ experience in Environmental Safety Case and/or Waste Management and/or Decommissioning Environment (Ideally 5+) BEHAVIOURS People will be expected to demonstrate behaviours which cover the following areas:  

• Safety First
• Integrity
• Nuclear Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Extra Mile
• Enthusiasm
• Environmental Passion

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:  

• Location flexible if close to EDF office (Glasgow, Cumbria, Bristol etc.. as WFH 3/2 split then with office visits 3-4 a month) 
• £40-50,000 dependant on experience
• Excellent Pension and package

Yokogawa UK Ltd has an exciting new opportunity for a highly driven Service & Support Engineer with a strong track record within the Industrial Automation Sector. 

 

Reporting to a Customer Centric Team Leader, your role as a Service & Support Engineer will be to provide first class support whilst being the technical focal point from hand over by sales to project closing.

 

Based from our offices in Runcorn, your remit will include; project initiation system design; SIL classification, project planning; detailed design; safety lifecycle, configuration; provide technical specification to procurement and supervision of suppliers; internal testing; executing or leading the Factory Acceptance Test, transition to site, site installation, commissioning and Site Acceptance Test, resulting in a customer accepted and handed over system, with documents authorised by the customer; monitoring and controlling the quality of work; and formalising project closures.

 

What you will bring to us:

• Experience in a similar role within the oil & gas / petrochemical / Industrial Automation environment

• Minimum HNC qualification in an engineering or process related subject

• Understanding of ISO 9001 and Health and Safety at Work Act

• Hold a full UK driving licence

• You are a highly motivated and flexible person who is willing to work at Yokogawa offices and customer sites across the UK and offshore

• Respect, collaboration, and integrity are important values to you

• Ability to work with minimal supervision, whilst an effective team player as part of a structured team

• Confident communicator with a professional manner, and the ability to absorb and impart factual information to others and work within standard operating procedures

 

Applicants with Offshore certificates are highly desired, however full training can be provided.

 

What we promise to offer:

• Freedom to do your job and autonomy is important to us

• Exciting challenges within a mature organization that demands a high degree of individual responsibility and promotes initiatives

• A fun working atmosphere with various opportunities to work with awesome colleagues all over the world

• Innovative and advanced high-technology products and services

• Competitive salary and incentive package depending on experience.  Overtime and TOIL where relevant

• Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Flexibility will be required to meet customer and business needs

• Superb benefits including company pension contribution up to 12.5% dependent upon criteria, private medical insurance and healthcare scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with increments based on length of service, car allowance

 

This is a permanent position, with our offices based at Runcorn, Cheshire.  We provide a healthy work-life balance with a blend of working from home and the office. There will be a requirement to travel to customer sites in Europe, UK, offshore and overseas as required for each project.

Astute’s Engineering team is proudly partnered with a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy who deliver services to a diverse client base across the residential, commercial, industrial, and nuclear sectors. They are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to support a range of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, including ongoing work in the UK’s nuclear sector. The Senior Structural Engineer will act as a key leader within the team, providing technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. This role requires delivering high-quality structural designs while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. If you’re a Structural Engineer looking for work then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role Reporting to the Associate Structural Engineer you will:  

• Lead structural engineering projects from concept to completion, delivering efficient, code-compliant designs in various materials.
• Conduct site inspections and resolve structural issues, representing the company in client and design meetings
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources, providing regular updates and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Mentor junior staff and promote a collaborative, learning-focused environment with a strong CPD culture.
• Maintain strong client relationships and support growth through tenders and identifying new opportunities.
• Champion safety and ensure quality standards across all deliverables, staying current with industry best practices.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (preferred).
• Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software, ideally including:

MasterSeries, SCIA, Tekla Structural Designer AutoCAD and Revit

• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques and software (preferred).
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools to streamline design and documentation workflows.
• Proven experience delivering structural engineering projects, particularly within the defence and nuclear sectors.

Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and team members.
• A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.
• Commitment to professional growth and staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  

• A salary of up to £60,000 DOE
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across key sectors.
• Access to leading software tools and ongoing professional development opportunities.

INDNUC

Service Engineer Manchester £33,000 + Company Van + Overtime     About the role: Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water tech and technology services. They are recruiting for a Service Technician who ideally has experience working within the Water industry or from a hands-on operations and maintenance role. The strategically important Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £33,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime and commission available. If you’re an experienced Service Engineer with previous working knowledge of the water industry and are looking to work for an organization that is a versatile player in the water industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Field Service Manager you will:

• The maintenance, service and repair of various specialist water treatment equipment including standard base exchange, filtration, deionisation, reverse osmosis, and laboratory water treatment products.
• Installation, removal, and commissioning of the equipment on-site.
• Understand the water treatment process, product, and technical issues with an ability to fault find using first line investigation techniques.
• Contribute to financial sales targets by recommending and quoting the necessary added value spares, refurbishments, and consumable items to maintain the customer's equipment in optimum operating condition.
• Performing out of hours and breakdown cover when required.
• Assisting clients with technical faults.
• Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
• Offering after sales technical support.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification
• Full UK Driving license
• Industrial maintenance experience ideally within the water industry

    Personal skills: The Senior Authorised Person role would suit someone who has:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn

    Salary and benefits of the role:

• Up to £33,000
• Company van & fuel card
• Overtime
• Laptop, mobile, PPE
• 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

    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 02392 288 217 to speak to Sam McSheaffrey who can tell you more.   INDNUC

Solar Farm Electrical Technician Cornwall Up to £40,000 per annum + benefits + Company van     Introduction Astute are proud to be working with one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies who are looking for a Solar Farm Electrical Technician to join their team. The client delivers renewable energy projects across the world working across onshore and offshore wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution.                     Roles & Responsibilities The Solar Farm Electrical Technician will be responsible for:  

• Performing Operation & Maintenance tasks on utility-scale solar plants with outputs of 5 MW and above
• To ensure the solar plants achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance
• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance
• Inspection, testing and maintenance of PV modules, DC strings and inverters
• Undertake AC and DC testing, troubleshooting and fault-finding
• Keep accurate maintenance records and compile reports

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

• Experience in Operations & Maintenance in large scale solar environments
• Experience working with SCADA or data monitoring systems
• DC & LV installation, fault find, testing and commissioning experience
• High Voltage experience
• Fully qualified Electrician
• Full UK Driving License

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:  

•  £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
•  Company van and fuel card
•  Private Healthcare
•  Pension scheme & Life assurance
•  Company Bonus scheme
•  25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays

    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 02392 222 968 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.     INDREN

Construction/Site Manager

Remote – Must be based in England

Negotiable - up to £65,000

Introduction…

Astute are partnered with a business who develop, engineer, finance, construct, operate and maintain large scale solar photovoltaic projects. Globally, the company are approaching 2GWp of connected solar projects and we’re looking to add an England-based PM to join the team to facilitate the continued growth of the business.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Construction/Site Manager, you will be responsible for:

• On site management of utility scale Solar PV and Battery Storage projects.
• Reviewing works against quality and contractual requirements.
• Responsibility for ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations.
• Timely preparation of site HSE, progress and quality reporting.
• Coordination of subcontractors and all on site activities.
• Ensure site documentation is prepared and delivered for project handover and O&M or safety file compilation.
• Identify and escalate any risks to budget, programme or quality to Project Management team.
• Manage materials, logistics and deliveries on site.
• Interface management between stakeholders including: ICP, subcontractors, landowners, DNO’s, Client etc.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering or technical discipline.
• Experience with Renewable Energy technologies in the UK, preferably Solar PV and/or Battery Storage.
• SMSTS trained.
• Black CSCS card preferable.
• Strong preference for NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK).
• First Aid trained a plus.
• Fluent in English. German speaking a plus.
• Self-starter with commitment to self-development and passion for renewable energy.
• Flexible – the role will require managing a number of sites, staying locally for the construction phase.
• Desire to work in an international Company.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive salary – up to £65,000
• KPI based bonus
• Contributory Pension scheme 5% -6% employers - 5% employees contributions
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Death in Service benefit 4 x salary
• Private Health Insurance to include Dental
• Company vehicle/allowance
• Home based working

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to

[email protected] or ring 07441391775 and ask to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more. INDREN

Solar PV Field Service Engineer Manchester/Sheffield/Leeds £35k basic + Benefits     Introduction Astute are supporting a client who are a leader in the design, supply and installation of bespoke renewable technologies. With a structured growth plan in place a new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Solar PV Field Service Engineer.                     Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the O&M Technical Manager,  you will be responsible for:  

• Repairs and minor works as and when required for installation callouts, servicing, or planned works.
• Full site and job management covering the ordering of materials, and site reports, to ensure fast resolution to our client’s servicing and remedial requirements.
• To liaise with the project manager and assist with keeping the standards of the QMS, Operations and Maintenance manuals and professional working procedures.
• Solar PV commissioning and electrical inspection and testing
• Carrying out full servicing works of Solar PV Installations across a broad range of clients and contracts from within the commercial, industrial, and domestic sectors.

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

• Level three electrical certification
• C&G 18th Edition
• ECS Qualification (Gold Card)
• Solar experience

      Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:  

• £35k Basic
• Company Van
• Company Credit Card
• Pension/BUPA Healthcare/Holiday

    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  023 93 911 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.     INDREN

Maintenance Technician – Waste West Midlands £38,000 - £40,000 DOE + excellent benefits     About the role: Astute’s Renewable Energy team is partnering with a large waste management company with a commitment to improving commercial sustainability. They are looking to recruit a Maintenance Technician for their West Midlands site. The highly valued Maintenance Technician role comes with a salary of £38,000-£40,000 DOE, pension, ongoing career development and training, life assurance as well as generous retail, holiday, travel and leisure discounts. This is a 4 on 4 off shift pattern - 4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off and repeat. If you’re a Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that is flexible and innovative in providing more efficient and safer solutions within the waste industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will:

• Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance work
• Examine and diagnose faults on plant and related equipment
• Complete service, replacement, repair and installation work to the required standards
• Review activities and implement necessary corrective actions
• Comply and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations
• Other duties as required

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a mechanical/electrical engineering discipline

    Personal skills: The Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who:

• Has at least 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician
• Previous experience working in a similar industrial or plant environment
• Is able to carry out shutdowns and repairs as well as full maintenance work
• Prior experience in temporary repairs

    Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Technician role:

• £38,000-£40,000 DOE (4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off and repeat, hours 8-8)
• Pension
• Ongoing development and training
• Life assurance
• Retail, holiday, travel and leisure discounts
• Bike to work scheme

    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 07441 391174 to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.   INDREN

Software Developer

Ashchurch

£50,000 and Benefits

 

Introduction…

Are you a confident, skilled and experienced Software Engineer with extensive development expertise that is keen on moving into a key role in a high-profile customer-delivery-focussed team? We are looking for a Software Developer to join one of our clients, who is a large defence company based in Ashchurch. As a Software Developer you will work as part of a team to deliver the development of bespoke interfaces to external systems, data proxies and simulation systems that will be used to present high-quality live demonstrations to customers.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Software Developer,

you will be responsible for:

• Delivering novel solutions to the expanding current and prospective customer base.
• The delivery of software development tasks in support of the product portfolio.
• The development of bespoke interfaces to external systems, data proxies and simulation systems that will be used to present high-quality live demonstrations to customers.
• Taking ownership of projects – planning, developing and presenting proof of concept solutions to customers with support from the wider team as required.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A solid background of object-oriented software development using either Microsoft .Net Core (C#) and/or Python is.
• Experience of development of systems utilising technologies such as HTTP REST, XML, JSON; Databases such as SQLite, PostgreSQL.
• Be familiar with using and creating APIs, experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and working knowledge of TCP/IP networking including development for data exchange and transmission.
• Sound fundamental knowledge of IP Network and System architecture design, Database architectures, Active Directory, Group Policy, Virtualisation technologies and Serial Communications.
• Hardware integration and configuration – for example integration of communications hardware (modems, radio receivers, cryptographic equipment), Proposing IT hardware such as servers, workstations, storage.
• A knowledge and understanding of defence and government communications networks would be advantageous but not essential.
• Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering, fundamentals of RF, signals test and measurement.
• RF hardware (signal generation, spectral analysis) would be beneficial for some projects, although not essential for the role.
• You will require a relevant Engineering or IT qualification such as a degree, foundation degree or HND alongside Chartered or Incorporated status with a Professional Body such as The IET or British Computing Society. Alternatively, Membership and evidence of working towards Chartered or Incorporated status.
• Due to the sensitive nature of some of our existing and target projects the successful candidate will be expected to obtain and maintain a Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £50,000
• Flexible working (able to work from home 1 day per week)
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Discounts from over 850 retailers.
• Employee Share Plan
• Personal development training an opportunities

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 912 368 and ask to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.