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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across civil engineering and construction sectors to recruit a Project Manager for its Sizewell C site. The Project Manager role is vital for the successful delivery of key projects at Sizewell C. It comes with a salary up to £75,000, car allowance, bonus, and the opportunity to be part of a business contributing to critical infrastructure projects across the UK. If you’re a Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background and are looking to work for an organisation that values integrity and innovation, submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Director you will:  

• Deliver projects successfully, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Oversee programme and budget requirements to meet project objectives.
• Develop and implement Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work.
• Ensure adherence to CDM regulations and manage related requirements.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental issues relevant to the project environment.
• Any other duties as required.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven technical and project management abilities in the built environment.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience at Project Manager level, ideally within civil engineering.
• Strong organisational and management skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of CDM regulations.

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

• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Experienced in managing projects in the construction industry with a civils background.
• Committed to delivering high standards of safety and quality.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role  

• Salary: £65,000 to £75,000
• Car allowance and bonus
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance

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Astute’s Renewables team is partnered with established anaerobic digestion business who design, build, own and operate assets. They’re looking to recruit a Feedstock and Digestate Manager to lead and oversee feedstock operations across their growing portfolio.   The Feedstock and Digestate Manager role comes with a very competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, healthcare and private medical.   If you’re an experienced Feedstock Manager looking to join an established business in the biogas sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Feedstock and Digestate Manager role Reporting to the Group Asset & Operations Manager you will:  

• Internal teamwork with operations, finance, and maintenance teams
• Engaging with farmers, contractors, suppliers, and landowners
• Understanding of procurement strategies to balance operational and financial requirements of the sites
• Supporting the operations team as required for major works including de-grits
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Higher education/degree in a relevant field e.g. Agriculture, Agronomy etc
• Additional qualifications such as FACTS are desired but not essential
• A valid UK driving licence

  Personal skills   The Feedstock and Digestate Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Experience working in the anaerobic digestion, commercial farming, or waste sector
• High levels of autonomy and initiative
• Strong negotiation skills

  Salary and benefits of the Feedstock and Digestate Manager role  

• Excellent salary depending on experience
• Private Health
• Private Medical
• Car Allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Pension
• The chance to join a leader in the renewable energy sector

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Design Engineer - Solar Remote working £35k basic + Benefits Roles & Responsibilities As the Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• General electrical design activities for the DC and AC installation of solar farms and energy storage projects
• SLD preparation, cable sizing calculations, earthing layouts, cable management solutions, etc.
• Ensure engineering designs are completed to planned timescales
• Reading design specifications and technical drawings
• Evaluating technical specifications in the tender documentation packages and reviewing risks and implications of the requirements

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

• Enthusiasm towards decarbonisation and renewable energy
• HNC/HND or equivalent minimum; BSc, BEng or equivalent desired
• Experience within renewables industry, energy storage either in consultancy, DNO, ICP, renewable energy developer, or alternatively another engineering environment
• Knowledge and understanding of international and UK electrical standards
• Knowledge of electrical design software (eplan or similar)

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

• £35k Basic
• Bonus, Pension, Healthcare, Life Cover, 33 days holiday Inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Career Progression

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.  

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a HGV Technician to working with a waste management and sustainably focused organisation, who use innovative technology and unique processes. They provide a wide range of services including high pressure jetting, waste removal and water/ sludge treatment.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the HGV Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Preparation of vehicles for scheduled MOTs
• Conduct a variety of maintenance and repairs, both planned and unplanned
• Repair, but also diagnose defective electrical hydraulic and mechanical parts/ equipment on commercial vehicles

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience of working in vehicle maintenance
• Knowledge of working with vehicle computer diagnostics
• MOT preparation background
• Worked as a commercial mechanic
• Full driving license
• HGV vehicles experience (desirable)
• A valid HGV class 2 license (desirable)

Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

• £35,000- £40,000
• Competitive overtime available
• Opportunity to complete Class 2 licence
• Monday to Friday, 10 hr shifts (6am or 8am start)

 

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

[email protected] or ring 03333 074 887 and ask to speak to Maddy who can tell you more.

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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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Assistant Transfer Station Manager Hazardous Waste Wallingford - Oxford Competitive Salary     Introduction We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Transfer Station Manager to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Assistant Transfer Station Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the transfer station, ensuring the site is running efficiently, allocating work as appropriate and offering support and training to the site chemists and operators across the site.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Transfer Station Manager, you will be responsible for:  

• The day-to-day management of a busy waste transfer station, overseeing a team of operatives, site chemists and drivers.
• Ensure that site operations comply with the site licence, working plans, UK legislation and standard operating procedures. Reviewing site procedures and risk assessments regularly.
• Driving operations in line with company performance targets and budget requirements as well as working in line with customer agreements.
• Managing the on-site team, allocating workload and resources to ensure that the movement of waste is maintained through the site and managed for removal.
• Provide technical support, training and development opportunities to the site chemist and operator teams as well as managing recruitment and new recruits where needed.
• Ensuring that the site is always kept clean in accordance with all site permits.
• Deal with any issues that might arise with operators, contractors, drivers, and visitors.
• Promoting best health and safety practice at all time, liaising with the safety representative regularly.
• Other duties as required.

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

• HNC qualified or equivalent in Chemistry/ Environmental or a related subject
• COTC Level 4 in Managing Transfer or Treatment Operations would be beneficial.
• Previous experience working in a management role across an operational site.
• Strong knowledge and experience working in the waste management sector.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication skills.

    What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary of up to £45,000 DOE
• Excellent company benefits.
• Opportunity to progress with one of the leading hazardous waste companies in the UK

    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 directly on 02392 222 964.     INDNUC

Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Oxford – Field based around the South. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their water treatment chemicals business, operating across the North, selling water treatment chemical solutions and services to a number of key industrial clients.                        Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the company’s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will include…

• Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
• Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
• Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
• Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
• Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
• Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
• Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speaker or promote the business.

Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder.       Skills & Qualifications Candidates should have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with some knowledge of selling technical solutions, chemicals or water treatment services to industrial customers. Due to the technical nature of the role, candidates should hold a Science, Environmental or Engineering Degree or be qualified by experience. Sales experience within the market is not critical, although your personal attributes will need to demonstrate that you are someone who will drive the business forward selling water treatment chemical solutions in this market. Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is essential.     Salary & Package

• Basic salary up to £50,000
• Company Vehicle
• Commission Scheme – Uncapped up to 20%
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme.

    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDREC

Service Engineer – Pharmaceuticals Water Treatment Kent / South East £30,000 - £32,812 + Package DOE     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Field Engineer to join one of the leading Water and Wastewater treatment business in the UK. They have a solid track record of providing innovative solutions to water purification, industrial effluent and sustainable water saving needs and are one of the market leaders in process water treatment services. The Field Engineer’s primary focus will be to carry out reparation and maintenance of the products for various clients around the Kent and South East region.                    Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Travelling to various sites across the UK and carrying out necessary maintenance, reparations and preventative work at customer sites
• Submitting and completing work reports as well as assessments.
• Working to health and safety standards for both yourself and the customer
• Proving feedback on product development
• Working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Overtime available

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

• Comfortable driving long distances
• Multi-skilled mechanical experience within a mechanical or electrical environment
• Experience within the water/wastewater sector is desirable
• Good customer service skills
• A full UK driving licence

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

• Competitive salary of up to £30,000 - £32,812 + package
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Company van, fuel card, tools & equipment provided
• Biannual progression meetings

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 07441391669 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.

Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the EDF Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer to join their team, based in Stone with hybrid working available. This is a technically focused role, combining design, project leadership, and technical authority across Protection & Control systems within the UK Transmission and Distribution sector. As a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering compliant, high-quality engineering solutions while acting as a technical lead and mentor within the wider project team. Responsibilities and duties of the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role As the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will be:  

• Leading and advising on all Protection & Control aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards
• Leading design activities including:
  • Chairing design workshops and review meetings
  • Working closely with internal and external stakeholders
• Developing engineering deliverables such as:
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Key Line Diagrams (KLDs)
  • System architecture and concept designs
• Producing and reviewing detailed Protection & Control designs including:
  • Schematics
  • General arrangements and layouts
  • Supporting calculations and schedules
• Producing and reviewing technical documentation such as:
  • Functional Design Specifications
  • Design intent and compliance documentation
• Supporting tendering and sales teams with technical input and solution development
• Undertaking site visits and non-intrusive surveys to support design and project delivery
• Supporting client approval processes and ensuring solutions meet specifications and regulatory requirements
• Supporting Project Managers with programme, cost, and change management activities
• Identifying and managing technical risks to ensure successful project delivery to time, cost, and quality
• Providing technical guidance and support to other engineers within the team

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Strong experience within Protection & Control systems in the UK Transmission & Distribution sector
• Working knowledge of IEC 61850 and its application in substation environments
• Experience with Protection & Control technologies across key industry vendors
• Understanding of substation communication protocols and systems
• Knowledge of cyber security requirements within Protection & Control design
• Ability to produce and interpret complex engineering documentation and designs
• Degree qualified (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required

  Personal Skills The Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong technical leader with excellent problem-solving ability
• Structured and analytical in their approach
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Able to lead, support, and mentor other engineers
• An excellent communicator with both internal and external stakeholders
• Able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
• Flexible and adaptable to achieve the best project outcomes to travel and occasionally stay away from home

Salary and benefits of the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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