Astute People Ltd

Quality Inspector

Hinkley Point C - Bridgewater

Permanent role £23.91ph

Astute are proudly partnered with a leading company that are a combination of 3 business units: Engineering, Manufacturing and Support, all involved in metal working and design. Our client is looking for a Quality inspector to ensure the high level of quality standards are maintained and in accordance with the relevant requirements for a Nuclear Power Station.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance to quality management systems, policies and procedures to assure compliance to ISO 9001 standards
• Liaising with internal and external customers on quality concerns
• Coordinating monthly review and reporting of progress against quality improvement plans
• Monitoring sub-contractors and inspection activities
• Undertaking project work on topics including, quality plan, procedure writing, problem solving, investigation reporting, audit and governance programmes
• Keeping measurement equipment in working condition by following operating instructions
• Exchanging with the client quality inspector
• Dealing with document inspection results

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• Sound welding knowledge
• Experience of developing and implementing processes and procedures

• A good understanding of FIDIC and or NEC3 contracts.

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector
• CSWIP Level 2 Welding Inspection

 

Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

• Lots of overtime
• Opportunity for progression and growth
• An exciting opportunity to work within the nuclear power sector
• Accommodation and site benefits included

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 92 288207 and ask to speak to Lisa Parfitt who can tell you more.

Water Treatment Technician

Guildford

Up to £25,000 + Van, Overtime & Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for Water Treatment Technician's to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Water Treatment Technician, this will see you travelling across Guildford and surrounding areas.  

Roles & Responsibilities As a Water Treatment Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out inspections on tanks and cooling towers across various sites
• Reporting on the condition of the tanks and cooling towers
• Carrying out small maintenance works and repairs
• Basic sampling, temperature monitoring and recording
• Monitoring of the pre-post chlorination of the cooling towers
• Carrying out TMV servicing 
• Ensuring that all documentation is completed and compliant.

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

• A strong background of working within the water treatment industry
• Experience of working with cooling towers
• Knowledge of taking water treatment samples and carrying out inspections
• Previous plumbing experience would be ideal
• A DBS check is required for this position
• A relevant qualification is desirable

 

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

· Up to a £25,000 basic salary + overtime

· Company van, phone, and laptop

· Full training provided

· Fantastic company benefits

· Holiday package

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Sam McSheaffrey on 02392 288 217 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Senior Site Chemist Hazardous Waste

West Bromwich £25,000- £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Senior Site Chemist to work with one of the UK’s leading waste management service providers who focus on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective sampling, testing and analysis of the waste on-site to ensure safe and compliance processing at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting in the supervision of a team of on-site Chemists, assisting with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off-site are consistently safe and are compliant in-line with site permits and environmental regulations.
• Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
• Assisting with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
• Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
• Utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
• Work to meet site and laboratory targets for processing.
• Ensuring house-keeping requirements are maintained and continuous improvement programmes supported.
• Undertake all administration tasks as needed such as chemist check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets etc.
• Other tasks as needed.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates must have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

Candidates should have experience working in a Site-based Chemist role or working within an industrial lab with a good understanding of the Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste industry.

This role will require you to work in a hands-on operational capacity outdoors in all weather conditions.

What’s on Offer

• Basic Salary £25,000- £30,000
• Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
• Full training and support

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Maddy Smith on 03333 074 887 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Astute’s EPC Contract Power team is partnering with an EPC Contractor within the UK and Global Power Industry to recruit 2x Electrical Commissioning Technicians on a 5 months initial contract for its Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire.

The Electrical Commissioning Technician roles comes with a day rate from £450.00 to £475.00.

 

 

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as, transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorized valves, instruments etc. Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
• Assist the commissioning engineers in carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Preparation of the site for the electrical team to plan ahead for site works.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer for this project.
• At least 7 years working experience in power stations Electrical (MV/LV and I&C) Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance as an Electrical Technician.
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills

 

 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Commissioning Technician roles:

 

• Stewartby, Bedfordshire
• £450.00 to £475.00 per day 
• Start date - June 2025
• 5 months contract

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting a Site Manager to oversee a BESS (Battery Storage) project in Aberdeen on a 8 months basis from Mid-August. The Site Manager must have an Electrical HV background.

The Site Manager position comes with an hourly rate from £500.00 to £550.00. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Oversee daily site activities for each of their projects within the renewables sector.

• Manage site personnel and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to project plans, health & safety, and quality standards.

• Liaise with project and construction managers to align site progress with programme milestones.

• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and documentation.

• Lead toolbox talks and ensure RAMS are implemented effectively.

• Interface with the client and attend progress meetings.

• Ensure compliance with CDM, company HSEQ standards, and statutory regulations.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager on Renewable Energy projects including Solar and Battery Storage.

• SMSTS qualification (essential).

• ECS/CSCS card (essential).

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (preferred).

• Experience managing subcontractors and site teams.

• Strong understanding of health & safety and QA/QC procedures.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Overall Site Manager position:  

• UK Wide role
• £500.00 to £550.00 per hour (Outside IR35)
• Immediate start date
• 8 months

INDREN

Electronics Repair Technician - Contract

Isle of Wight

Competitive package

Astute Technical are recruiting for an Electronics Repair Technician for a client based on the Isle of Wight (Ryde). Our client is an award winning, global leader in the provision of connectivity, power and control solutions to the defence, industrial, space and aviation sector.

An exciting opportunity exists for an Electronics Test Technician to be responsible for carrying out fault finding, test and repair work.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Electronics Repair Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Fault find and repair power supply units down to component level
• Investigate and identify faults using test equipment
• Document all fault-finding and repair procedures ensuring robust traceability
• Work autonomously from the repairs monthly plan

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Electronic fault finding down to component level
• Understanding of ESS testing
• Proficient in using electronics diagnostic equipment (Multi meters/oscilloscopes)

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive Rate DOE
• Opportunity to work with prestigious clients in the Aviation, Defence, Space and Industrial sectors

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 93 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.

 

Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Supervisor to join the EPC Contractor through the mechanical construction phase on the new build Open Cycle Gas Turbine project in North Lincolnshire.

The Mechanical Supervisor comes with a day rate from £400.00. This role is outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Supervise and coordinate all mechanical construction activities on site, ensuring safe and efficient execution in line with project plans, specifications, and standards.

• Oversee the stack erection process, including lifting operations, alignment, bolting, and welding, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and safety regulations.

• Manage the installation of all mechanical systems, equipment, and piping associated with the OCGT plant, ensuring integration with other disciplines.

• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring work quality, productivity, and adherence to contractual requirements.

• Conduct daily toolbox talks and enforce site safety procedures in compliance with EPC contractor and client HSE policies.

• Review and interpret mechanical drawings, method statements, and work packs to ensure accurate execution of the scope of works.

• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues and ensure smooth project progression.

• Track progress against schedule, highlighting risks and proposing mitigation measures to meet project deadlines.

• Inspect and approve completed mechanical works, ensuring compliance with QA/QC requirements before handover.

• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and as-built documentation for project closeout.

• Ideally have experience within the Power Industry including OCGT or CCGT projects.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Mechanical Supervisor position:

 

• North Lincolnshire
• £400.00 per day Outside IR35
• Start date - August 2025
• 3 months initially (strong potential for an extension)

INDPOW

Site Operative 

Plastics Recycling Avonmouth Up to £29,900 ( 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Site Operative to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists in the UK. Working at their Plastic Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, the Site Operative will be responsible for supporting with the operating, inspecting and maintenance of static and mobile plant on-site. You will be carrying out duties related to the movement, loading and unloading of Plastic Reyclling Materials as well as supporting with site maintenance and general yard activities. 

This role involves working a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

The Role:

Working as a Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

• Picking, cleaning and supporting site based duties
• Operating, Inspecting and Maintaining Forklift and Telehandler plant on-site.
• Carrying out activities to move, sort and segregate waste materials at the waste recycling facility.
• Loading and unloading of materials for transport to and from the site.
• Occasional cover at other waste facilities as required.

This role involves working a rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

The Candidate

To be considered you should have experience in the below:

• Operation of a Forklift in a previous position.
• Valid plant operation tickets or in-house training is preferred.
• Experience working in a site-based role.
• Comfortable working in a waste management/ recycling industry

 

To Apply

To apply for this position, please forward your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected] or call 02392 222 964.