Astute People Ltd

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a market leading water technology company to recruit a Senior Lead Project Engineer for its Peterborough site. The Senior Lead Project Engineer role comes with a salary of £55,000 +10% annual bonus, 10% pension contribution and private healthcare and dental plan. If you’re a Lead Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties  

• Lead the Engineering and Executions of Service centre expansion projects
• Define and develop scopes associated with Ion exchange regeneration plants
• Manage the engineering deliverables and technical communications
• Develop close collaboration with fabrication facilities, sourcing, and product management 

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• B.Sc. in an Engineering/science / Master or related technical experience (desirable)
• 5+ years relevant water treatment experience

    Personal skills The Lead Project Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Good basic knowledge of Ion Exchange Process and RO
• Excellent skills in Material and Equipment selection and Sizing of Plants
• Engineering Design leadership skills
• Ability to drive projects and meet deadlines

    Salary and benefits of the Lead Project Engineer role  

• Salary £55,000 +10% annual bonus
• 10% pension contribution
• Private healthcare and dental plan

Person Specification The Commercial / Contract Manager should thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects. Experience:  - Proven experience in a Junior contract /commercial management role, particularly in handling high value, complex, contracts.  - Good background in corporate finance, with a good understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.  - Foundational experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.  - Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects. Personal Attributes:  - A confident and professional manner, with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.  - Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated, even in the face of setbacks or challenges.  - A passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike.  - Innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results, and challenge conventional thinking when necessary.  - A positive outlook, always focused on finding opportunities in adversity, and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations.  - Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met, with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.

Quality Engineer - Hampshire

£40000 DOE per annum + benefits

Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer to ensure that product and business system processes meet regulatory and customer quality standards. Also to be responsible for identifying and raising quality issues and working to resolve them, including working directly with customers.

Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Lead and support certification to new or existing Regulatory Standards (e.g. ISO9001:2015)
• Conduct internal audits throughout the audit cycle and drive associated improvement activities
• Lead and support development and maintenance of business systems, procedures and documentation
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action (RCCA / CAPA) methodologies such as DMAIC, 8D, 5W & 6M
• Support Supply Chain Quality Non Conformance and development activities

Skills & Qualifications As Quality Engineer, candidates should have:

• Experience in Quality Engineering/Assurance role in a Manufacturing environment
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditing qualification and internal auditing experience
• Experience in Continuous Improvement Methodologies (5S, 5Whys etc)
• Knowledge of 8D Problem solving, RCCA tools as well as APQP, PPAP and FMEA’s

Please note that due to site regulations, candidates interested in this vacancy must be Non-Smoker/Non-Vaper.

Salary & Package This exciting role offers:

• Salary of £40000 p.a. (DOE)
• Pension, 25+ holidays and sick pay.
• Opportunity to work within a developing company that can offer genuine career development
• 4:1 ratio of office/remote work
• Employee welfare/wellbeing programmes

How to Apply

To apply, please call Simon Cheung on 023 93 911 007 or email [email protected]

Business Development Manager

Waste Management

South London

£35,000 per annum + Car or Car allowance and Commission

 

Introduction…

 

Our client is a leading nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling, and technologically driven energy generation services across the UK. Our client is looking for a Business Development Manager to identify and drive new business activities within the commercial and industrial sectors.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing potential market opportunities and generating leads within the commercial and industrial sectors over telephone, LinkedIn, email campaigns and site visits
• Understanding of the commercial landscape for developing strong business pipelines, proactively selling profitable new business to achieve and exceed quarterly / annual new business targets.
• To manage proactively and reactively, the selling of profitable new business within the sales territory and identify new prospect lists for business opportunities
• Report call, lead, quote, and contract activity on to the Company Operating System
• Produce and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly personal performance to the Regional Sales Manager

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Excellent sales experience, developing, managing, and implementing new business services.
• Strong desire to exceed and generate business
• Ability to negotiate and strong selling skills.
• A full UK driving licence is essential
• An understanding of the waste industry would be desirable

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Basic salary of £35,000 per annum
• Uncapped commission
• Company car or car allowance
• Fantastic company benefits.

 

How to Apply

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading timber manufacturer and energy provider to recruit a Shift Electrician to work at their site in Invergordon.

This crucial Shift Electrician role comes with a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as plenty of opportunity for overtime.

If you’re a qualified Electrician with experience in an industrial environment and are looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will:

    • Carry out electrical maintenance across all areas of the plant.

    • Conduct fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical equipment.     • Perform visual inspections and ensure machinery operates efficiently.     • Work with the maintenance system to complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.     • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.     • Assist with incident investigations and implement corrective actions.     • Maintain accurate records of electrical repairs and inventory. Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

    • Time-served Electrician qualification with relevant industrial experience.

    • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.     • Knowledge of single and three-phase motors.     • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.     • Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems. Personal skills

The Electrician role would suit someone who:

    • Has strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.

    • Communicates effectively with colleagues and contractors.     • Can work independently and as part of a team.     • Is well-organised with good attention to detail. Salary and benefits of the Electrician role

    • Competitive salary

    • Benefits package     • Shift pattern including nights and OT opportunities   

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Technical Project Manager Fareham £45k - £50k + Benefits Our client is an award winning and market leader in the provision of the design, manufacture and testing of certified strain measurement systems used in sectors such as wind energy, marine and oil and gas. With a healthy pipeline of work, an exciting opportunity now exists for a Technical Project Manager to manage and coordinate projects within the engineering operations. Roles & Responsibilities As the Technical Project Manger, you will be responsible for:  

• Establish project requirements and deliverables
• Liaise with all project stakeholders, developing business cases, budgets, resource plans and project schedules
• Form, lead and motivate the team
• Regularly liaise with stakeholders through the project, updating plans and schedules
• Regularly report project status (financial and progress against milestones) 

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

• Previous project management or coordination experience is essential 
• Experience of project management in an engineering/manufacturing environment is advantageous
• Technical background, ideally electronics however Mechanical will be strongly considered.

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

• £45 - £50k basic
• Competitive benefits package including 25 days holiday, Private Medical Cover and Enhanced Pension
• Quarterly incentives

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 People are currently recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join the maintenance department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. 

This plant can produce up to 45MW of Power by processing up to 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, usually destined for landfill. The Electrical Engineer will play an integral part in ensuring the plants electrical systems are maintained and in working order to ensure maximum plant availability. If you have the right qualifications and experience, please apply.   

What will I be doing? 

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, typical duties will include:

• Leading and managing a team of electrical technicians to ensure the plant is maintained to the highest standard to ensure maximum plant availability
• Holding the position of Senior Authorised Person (SAP) working on both LV and HV electrical systems
• Scheduling, planning and optimising all electrical maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Supervising and directing contractors.
• Working closely with the operations department to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and how these can be rectified
• Assisting in the setting up and development of the sites Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies. 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally a recognised qualification in electrical engineering at HND/HNC/ONC level or equivalent
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a range of electrical plant including HV switchgear, transformers, motors, generators and variable speed drives etc
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as power generation, steel, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, refining etc.
• Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures 

What’s in it for me?  Successful candidates will receive:

• A highly competitive salary
• A performance related bonus paid quarterly
• Company pension
• A chance to join the growing EFW industry

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Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a leading renewable energy business focused on utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects to recruit a HSEQ for its office in Reading.

The strategically important HSEQ Manager role comes with a salary of up to £80,000, discretionary bonus, pension scheme and hybrid working.

If you’re a HSEQ Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that is committed to sustainability and continuous improvement, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the HSEQ Manager role

• Lead HSEQ activities across utility scale solar and BESS projects throughout England and Wales
• Drive continuous improvement across health, safety, environmental and quality systems
• Maintain and improve integrated management systems in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Carry out site audits, inspections and compliance reviews across operational and construction sites
• Support contract management, incident investigations and corrective action processes
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and wider HSEQ legislation
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a senior HSEQ position across a similar environment
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM regulations
• Experience managing ISO-accredited management systems
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification preferred
• Experience within solar PV, BESS or HV electrical environments would be advantageous
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites when required

Personal skills

The HSEQ Manager role would suit someone who is:

• A proactive and practical health & safety professional
• Comfortable engaging with contractors, operational teams and senior stakeholders
• Organised, detail focused and able to manage multiple priorities
• Passionate about developing strong HSEQ standards and culture across a growing business

Salary and benefits of the HSEQ Manager role:

• Up to £80,000 salary DOE
• Discretionary company bonus
• 5% pension contribution with Aviva
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to join a growing renewable energy business

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Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a renewable energy investor and asset manager to recruit an Asset Manager for its Dublin office. The Asset Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending experience plus benefits. If you’re an experienced renewable energy asset management or operations professional looking to take ownership of a portfolio of wind, solar and battery storage assets across Europe, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Asset Manager role Reporting to the Director of Asset Operations you will:  

• Manage operational wind, solar and BESS assets across Europe
• Take ownership of technical and commercial performance of assigned assets
• Lead HSE standards and promote a strong safety culture across sites
• Manage O&M, PPA, lease and service provider contracts
• Monitor asset performance, reliability and optimisation opportunities
• Develop and control annual OPEX budgets and operational spend
• Produce performance reporting against technical, commercial and ESG KPIs
• Support stakeholder management including grid operators, landowners and investors

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 3+ years’ experience in asset management, operations or engineering roles
• Strong experience in renewable energy (wind, solar or BESS preferred)
• Degree in engineering, science or related discipline (Electrical Engineering preferred)
• Strong understanding of MV/HV electrical systems
• Experience managing contracts such as O&M, PPA or EPC agreements

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

• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Commercially aware with strong ownership mindset
• Analytical and strong at problem solving
• Proactive and safety focused
• Organised and able to manage multiple assets and priorities

Salary and benefits of the Asset Manager role  

• Competitive Depending on Experience
• Discretionary Bonus
• LTIP after 3 Years
• Pension
• Other Company Benefits

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