Lucy Pook

Astute’s Power team is looking to recruit a HSE Manager on a pipework installation project in Hertfordshire on a 9-12 month contact basis for a start in November.     Key skills required for the HSE Manager:    

• Translating site or contract-specific activities into effective Job Safety Analyses, or approved equivalent (e.g. Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS)), and Safety Task Assignments that ensure HSE protection requirements are met.
• Being present at the Worksite when Contractor has employees (including sub and lower-tier employees) onsite work.
• Coordinating operations with other contractors as to not increase hazards or hazardous situations.
• Monitoring, identifying, assessing, and managing HSE hazards associated with the Work to support the consistent application of safe work methods.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable statutory acts, regulations, and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that required training is conducted and documented for all personnel for whom Contractor is responsible.
• Providing and ensuring that all personnel are supplied with and trained in the correct use, fitting, and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
• Conducting HSE assessments of Work being performed in alignment with Leading Indicator requirements.
• Conducting weekly safety meetings with employees.
• Submitting a weekly report documenting HSE activities.
• Must hold a NEBOSH
• Experience on piping or pipework scope of works will be highly beneficial
• Must be prepared to be on site majority of the time.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the HSE Manager    

• Hertfordshire
• November 2025
• 9-12 Months
• Competitive hourly/daily rate

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the water treatment sector who are looking to recruit a 2D/3D BIM Modeller on a 12-month minimum contract for its London site.      The BIM Modeller role comes with a competitive day rate.      Key skills required for the BIM Modeller   

• Create models aligned with the BIM Execution Plan and information requirements.
• Enters data into the elements of the model, complying with the requirements established for this purpose by the Information Manager.
• Participates in coordination meetings.
• Demonstrates knowledge of BIM processes (3D, 4D…).
• Demonstrates knowledge in the use of authoring BIM software.
• Familiar with the Common Data Environment (CDE) organization.
• Issues BIM design models in form and time.
• Generate the resources needed for modelling, such as families, schedules with the supervision and under the guidelines of the BIM Manager.
• Coordinates its modelling with other disciplines for the detection and correction of interferences with the support of the BIM Manager and the head of the technical office.
• Must hold Revit / (ACC 360) experience
• Navisworks and/or AutoCAD / Civil 3D / Plant 3D experience

  Location, day rate and timeframe of the BIM Modeller      

• London 

• 12 months minimum  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with an Electrical Sub-contractor who are looking to recruit Industrial Electrical Installers on a project in Pembroke for a minimum of 2 months with hourly rates Monday – Friday at £28.00 per hour. Weekends available at an uplifted rate and also accommodation costs covered.        Key skills required for the Industrial Electrical Installers:    

• Interpret and work from detailed installation drawings and specifications.
• Install cable containment systems such as ladder racking, traywork, conduit, and trunking in accordance with BS 7671 and project-specific requirements.
• Ensure mechanical supports are correctly spaced, aligned, and secure to maintain system integrity.
• Pull, route, and install low voltage, control, and instrumentation cables through containment systems.
• Carry out glanding and termination of SWA, AWA, and multi-core cables with precision using correct tools and materials.
• Ensure compliance with cable sizing, voltage drop, and segregation requirements.
• Conduct electrical testing including continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, loop impedance using calibrated instruments.
• Complete test result documentation in line with BS 7671, GN3, and NICEIC/ECA requirements.
• Support the commissioning team in the energization and functional verification of electrical systems.
• Assist in load testing, motor rotation checks, and control circuit verification.
• Confirm system performance aligns with design intent and client requirements.
• Work to current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and follow Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
• Apply safe isolation procedures, lock-off/tag-out methods, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Adhere to RAMS, COSHH assessments, and all site-specific HSE procedures.
• Use technical knowledge to identify solutions to on-site installation challenges.
• Liaise with engineers, supervisors, and clients to ensure smooth coordination of works.
• Accurately complete electrical installation certificates and minor works certificates.
• Mark up as-built drawings and update cable schedules, ensuring traceability of changes.
• Submit documentation in accordance with site QA/QC processes.
• Must hold a JIB Gold Card
• Must have Industrial experience and be time-served or equivalent.

  Location, day rate and timeframe of the Industrial Electrical Installers    

• Pembroke
• Immediate Start
• 2 Months minimum

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a subcontractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a QA/QC Person on a 12 month contract for its West Midlands site. The QA/QC Person role comes with a day rate of £350.00 per day.             Key skills  

• Area sign off / general Quality Assurance & Quality Control duties
• Releasing sign offs to clients on site
• Keeping on top of all documents and material record books
• Fieldwire or equivalent experience
• Cladding experience also beneficial

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the QA/QC Person role  

• West Midlands
• £350.00 per day
• Outside IR35
• CIS
• 12 Months

Head of Gas Market Development 6 Month Contract Jan 2024 Start Inside IR35 £1,500 Per Day Warwick, Wokingham or Glasgow Location (Hybrid Available)      About the role: Astute's Power team is partnering with one of the largest energy companies in the UK to support them with a strategic hire for a Gas Market Development ESO leader. Our client is currently looking for a Gas Market Development ESO Leader to join their team based in Warwick or Wokingham. You will be responsible for leading a team of experts to develop long-term Gas market strategies and help align the company's energy transition to attain Net Zero emissions. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the  Gas Market Development ESO you will:

• Lead a team of experts, providing context, direction and guidance that enables them to analyse market trends and dynamics.
• Develop a long-term Gas market strategy for the FSO.
• Contribute to and influence policy development related to the Gas market in the UK, inputting into the vision and high-level model to ensure policy change in the UK and EU.
• Lead large, complex, and multi-faceted initiatives and programmes on behalf of the FSO, mobilising and leading the relevant resources across the FSO (and externally) to ensure the market makes the most appropriate choices related to gas

    Personal skills: The  Gas Market Development ESO role would suit someone who is:

• A proven leader with impeccable influencing and negotiating skills.

• An experienced professional in the Gas sector with demonstrable strategic experience

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 partnering with a Principal Contractor on an Energy from Waste project to recruit a Lead Commissioning Engineer on a 12-month minimum contract for its Leeds site.    The Lead Commissioning Engineer role comes with a day rate of £550 per day.      Key skills    

• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to HSEQ.  Actively encouraging and leading the contractor teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements.
• Ensure that all relevant HSEQ requirements are incorporated into commissioning in consultation with site management, HSE and Commissioning team and that HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable
• Ensure that risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are reviewed with regards to HSEQ requirements, and that work is carried out in accordance with the RAMS
• Lead the commissioning within area of responsibility for the principal contractor and ensure works are executed in accordance with contract requirements, and conform with the approved drawings and standards, project time and budget
• Supervise and check the commissioning works being performed by the contractor in respect of timescales, HSEQ and compliance with the approved drawings and standards
• Liaise and coordinate with other project team members, the Commissioning Manager, Erection Supervisors, HSE and Commercial Dept regarding commissioning works on time delivery, at costs and according to the specified quality and HSE requirements
• Co-ordinates sub-contractor and vendor activities on site in line with programme and project requirements. Ensuring that sub-contractors are coordinated with other site works, material and all other requirements are in place in order for them to efficiently perform required tasks.
• Keep the Commissioning Manager / Site Manager informed of all activities

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Lead Commissioning Engineer role    

• Leeds
• £550 per day
• 12 Month Contract
• Outside IR35

 

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.  

Civil Site Supervisor (Cladding) – Energy from Waste Fife £400-£450 Per Day 12 Months March 2024     About the role: Astute’s Power team are exclusively partnering with an EPC Contractor to recruit a Civil Site Supervisor on a 12-month contract for a site in Fife. The Civil Site Supervisor role comes with a rate between £400-£500 per day.                     Key skills:

• Take full ownership of Civil Operations in delegate section.
• Determine Civil QC Inspection process and report on execution progress, reporting to Civil Construction Manager.
• Hold execution meetings.
• Ensure look ahead regarding design and relevant drivers, interfacing with Civil Contract Manager on commercial issues.
• Must have previous experience as a Supervisor for a Principal Contractor or Civil Subcontractor.
• Must hold University degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the role:

• Fife
• £400/450 per day
• 12 Months

    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 02393910473 to speak to Lucy Pook who can tell you more.