Astute People Ltd

Permit Co-Ordinator Competitive Salary + Benefits Sellafield, Cumbria Introduction, Astute are looking for a Permit Co-Ordinator to support the CHP Plant, providing consistency of approach, understanding and actions between Operations and E&M to facilitate the production of Safety Documentation. Roles & Responsibilities As the Permit Co-Ordinator, you will be responsible for:

• To contribute to the development, leadership & delivery of the Operational strategy and KPI’s by acting as a link person between Operations and E&M personnel, driving consistency of response and continuity of approach
• Drive and actively contribute to the effective and consistent management of the work control process at Fellside, from an Operation’s and E&M perspective.
• Discuss, agree, and communicate the timing of plant release for maintenance, factoring in known plant defects and conditions.
• To be recognised as a focal point in providing professional knowledge and advice on the work control process
• As required, act as a key support person to the duty Shift Manager, on both a day-to-day basis and in times of plant upset or incident.
• To be fully conversant with the safe working procedures and all site operating and emergency procedures, operating instructions and to have a working knowledge of COMAH regulations.
• To be conversant with site Major Accident Hazards (MAH) and procedures while source improvements in both the Plant & Business processes, policies, and procedures. To achieve these by identifying any impacts or conflicts at the earliest opportunity & by remaining up to date with industry knowledge, legislation, trends, key organisations, and best practice
• To develop and maintain effective working relationships with other company personnel, within the Operations and E&M Department. To extend this to all site customers, visitors and external relationships including industry and professional forum representation and local community groups
• To be fully conversant with the Safe Working Procedures and following relevant training, achieve and maintain Senior Authorised Person Status, including Low Voltage authorisation. Following relevant High Voltage training to be authorised to undertake High Voltage isolations and switching activities on site.

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

• ONC or equivalent in plant operations / production or equivalent engineering discipline qualification.
• PPO 1, 2 & 3 or equivalent.
• Time served apprenticeship – desirable.
• Experience working in and contributing to a continuous process / production environment.
• Boiler, Gas Turbines, DCS or similar knowledge & experience.

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

• A highly competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunity to join a modern power station

  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 02393 910 038 to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy from waste company to recruit a Mechanical Inspection Manager within their Servicing team to work on site in Leicestershire.       The Mechanical Inspection Manager role comes with a salary of up to £62,000 + private medical + benefits.   If you are an experienced Mechanical Engineer with experience managing teams in a heavy industrial setting then submit your CV to apply today.                      Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Inspection Manager As the Mechanical Inspection Manager, you will:  

• Lead and execute all mechanical maintenance, inspection, and service activities, ensuring alignment with technical specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards.
• Act as the on-site technical authority, providing expert guidance on mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and complex maintenance tasks.
• Oversee dismantling, assembly, installation, and repair works, ensuring safe and compliant execution across all service scopes.
• Identify, report, and help resolve mechanical deviations, risks, and performance issues impacting quality, safety, or schedule.
• Mentor and support field service teams, promoting mechanical best practices, skills development, and a culture of safety and high performance
• Coordinate maintenance and project activities with Project Managers, Account Managers, Technical Services, and site leadership to ensure smooth operational delivery.
• Ensure full compliance with QHSE standards, leading inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and delivering robust safety leadership on-site.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting, including maintenance records, inspection reports, timesheets, incident logs, and customer-facing updates.
• Plan and deliver mechanical service works on time and within budget, managing direct and subcontracted teams while ensuring strong customer engagement and satisfaction.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field.
• Strong hands-on experience in mechanical inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance within power plants, waste-to-energy, or heavy industry.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor field service teams and manage subcontracted maintenance activities.
• Solid understanding of QHSE standards, safe systems of work, and compliance requirements.
• Experience using digital maintenance or field-service management tools within a matrix organisation.

  Personal skills

• Strong safety mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to site challenges.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to build trust and influence on-site.
• Reliable, organised, and adaptable, capable of working independently in demanding environments.

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Inspection Manager role:

• Basic salary of £52,000 - £62,000
• Benefits including private medical + bonus
• Opportunity to join leading energy company

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CDM Manager – EFW £550-£600 per day (Outside IR35) 12 Months Astute’s Power team is currently partnering with an EPC Contractor on their new build Energy from Waste facilities to recruit a CDM Manager. This position is available on either a part time or full-time basis across sites in Birmingham and Northeast of London. The CDM Manager role comes with a day rate of £550-600. Key skills:

• Undertake suitable pre-qualification exercise and advise Project Engineering Manager in respect of project competency status.
• Manage CDM compliance throughout the project duration.
• Identify & Manage pre-construction information (PCI): Review PCI available and, where applicable identify gaps in content and formal communication of the same.
• Undertake assessments arising from all design stakeholders and manage/coordinate H&S information as applicable. Designer residual risk will feed into the Project Risk Register.
• Develop and manage the project H&S file strategy.
• Feed PCI into the mobilisation process and collaborate with Contractors (including PC’s) in the development of design risk information and constructability reviews.
• Produce and deliver project specific CDM, or other training where a need is identified, including to offshore (non-UK) design organisations.
• Advise on CDM related issues such as design change, material (COSHH) issues and arising from unforeseeable events.

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 02393 910 473 to speak to Lucy  who can tell you more.  

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit an Electrical Supervisor to oversee the installation and finishing phases of wind farm sites across the UK.    The Electrical Supervisor role comes with a salary of £45,000 plus bonus scheme and a flexible pension scheme.    If you’re a qualified Electrical worker with experience in the wind industry and are looking to work for an organisation that offers great career progressions and benefits, then upload your CV to apply today.    Responsibilities and duties  As the Electrical Supervisor you will: 

•  Inspect and supervise the electrical installation inside and adjacent to the wind turbine generators. 
• Ensure all activities related to the SCADA installation and connection is completed and prepared for commissioning. 
• Follow all industry safety regulations for the site and ensure all works are compliant with HSE. 
• Perform the Quality Gate 23 Process and ensure sign off is complete by the Site Manager. 
• Support when needed during the commissioning and testing phases. 
• Complete any other relevant supportive duties for projects including but not exclusive to Quality Gate 4 and retro performance monitoring. 

Professional qualifications  We are looking for someone with the following:

• Certificate as a qualified electrician or qualified electrical worker.
• Valid First Aid would be an advantage. 
• HV and MV switching operation authorisation. 
• Working and Rescue from Height – from a renewables UK approved provider. 

Personal skills  The Electrical Supervisor would suit someone who is: 

•  Able to work in or lead a team.
• Systematic problem solver. 
• Able to travel on a regular basis both UK and international when needed. 
• Able to demonstrate a practical and technical approach to operations. 

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role 

• Salary up to £45,000 
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays. 
• 4-week work rotation (3 weeks on, 1 week off) 
• Flexible pension scheme 
• Site vehicle access  

   

Wind Turbine Technician / Electrical Technician – Onshore Wind

Thurso

£34,000 + overtime and allowances

 

Astute are exclusively partnered with a global OEM Renewables Business who are looking for a Wind Turbine Technician / Electrical Technician to join their business. The main purpose of the role would be to work in a team who will service and maintain their onshore wind turbines.

To be considered for this role you must have Level 3 Electrical qualifications and be from the wind industry, or you’ll be from another sector performing electrical maintenance in a heavy industrial environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Field Area Manager, as a Wind Turbine Technician / Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on wind turbines
• The installation and retrofitting of key electrical components
• Fault diagnosis and rectification
• Generating detailed reports on the work completed
• Covering multiple sites in your region when required, perhaps staying overnight and having periods away from home
• Working at heights
• Other duties as required

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for an Electrical Technician with the following:

• A level 3 electrical qualification is essential
• 18th edition hugely desirable
• Commercial or industrial experience and the desire to work in renewable energy
• A full UK driving licence is essential
• Excellent health and safety awareness and the ability to work at heights (full training to be provided)
• A cracking work ethic and the flexibility to stay away when required

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• A salary of £34,000 which will increase with training, plus allowances and overtime
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance 4 x salary
• Employee wellness programme for you and your family
• Company van (for work use), PPE and Tools
• Excellent training and career development with courses provided
• 8 days on, 6 days off rota

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 910068 and ask to speak to Jack Atkinson who can tell you more. INDREN

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Senior Authorised Person on a 12-month contract for its Scotland site.    The SAP role comes with a day rate of £500.00.      Key skills 

• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ). Actively encouraging and leading teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements.
• Ensure that relevant HSEQ requirements are incorporated into area of responsibility and, in consultation with site management, HSE and Commissioning team, that HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable.
• Ensure that adequate precautions are taken to provide safety from the system whilst construction / commissioning work is carried out.
• Oversee installation of the HV switching equipment (11kV or higher in special circumstances) and LV switching equipment
• Oversee the energisation of the equipment.
• Responsible for switching operations on the HV and LV switch gear and boards supplied by Contractor and Contractors.
• Lead the log-out / Tag-out office and coordinate all permit to safe work on the installation.
• Liaise with the District Network Operator (DNO) and Independent Connection Party (ICP) on all aspects of connections and switching on the network.
• Participate in site meetings and work closely with Commissioning to ensure full understanding of the testing program.

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the SAP role    

• Scotland
• £500.00 Per Day
• 12 Months
• Outside IR35 

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Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Microsoft Project Planner in Cheshire on a contract basis. Key skills required for the Microsoft Project Planner role  

• Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project
• Build and manage work breakdown structures (WBS) aligned with outage scope
• Integrate contractor schedules into the master outage plan
• Liaise daily with engineering, maintenance, operations, and site management teams
• Track progress against baseline schedules and identify critical path impacts
• Produce daily and weekly progress reports for stakeholders
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and propose mitigation strategies
• Coordinate shutdown activities to ensure sequencing and resource optimisation
• Monitor labour, plant, and material resource allocations
• Support planning meetings, toolbox talks, and coordination briefings
• Ensure all planning activities align with site safety and compliance requirements
• Assist with change management and scope variations
• Capture lessons learned and contributed to post-outage reviews

• Must have proven experience as a Planner on outage or shutdown projects
• Background in heavy industrial sectors
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project
• CSCS Card (or equivalent recognised Safety Passport)
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and compliance standards in industrial environments

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Microsoft Project Planner role  

• Cheshire
• £35.00 per hour
• 3+ Months contract
• March 2026

M&E Site Manager    Location – Various Start – ASAP Duration – 12 Months £300 per day + Travel Expenses & Accommodation About the role: Astute’s Power team is currently partnering with an Industrial engineering company to recruit an M&E Site Manager for various projects and locations on a contract basis. If you’re a Site Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that are successful in the Biomass & EfW sector and have long term opportunities within the sector and business, then upload your CV to apply today. As the Site Manager, you will be required to oversee the work force on all M&E projects. Responsibilities and duties:

• Quantifying works required on site.
• Scheduling works
• Read and understand technical drawings.
• Compile allocation sheets

• Auditing of Site Safety Procedures, Verification of Site Safety and monitoring compliance with Health and Safety requirements. Record of any safety incidents or infringements and actions taken.

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

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• CSCS / CCNSG Safety Passport
• Experience in working with Structural Steel with a Mechanical background.
• Experience in either the Biomass or EfW (Energy from Waste/Waste to Energy) sectors.
• Flexibility to travel across various sites and locations.

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 02393 910 473 to speak to Lucy who can tell you more.  

Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with Vermeer UK who specializes in forestry machinery and utilities machines with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a Parts Advisor based in Wellingborough. The Parts Advisor role comes with a salary of up to £28,000 + benefits package. If you’re a Parts Advisor 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 Reporting to the Sales Manager you will:  

• Manage any discrepancies with suppliers.
• Monitor stock levels and manage re-order processes.
• Participate in the annual stock checks.

    Personal skills The Parts Advisor role would suit someone who is:  

• Good with attention to detail under pressure.
• Able to communicate clearly via telephone, email, MS Teams and face to face
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to maintain an organized environment to manage stock inventory

    Salary and benefits of the Parts Advisor role  

• Salary of up to £28,000
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday (after qualifying period)