Lucy Pook

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Site Quality Manager on a long-term contract for a project based in the Southeast of England from an April 2026 start.             Key skills

• Oversee all Site Quality Control (QC) activities and the on-site Quality team
• Act as QC Lead reporting to the Project Site Manager, with functional reporting to the Project Quality Manager
• Ensure compliance with HSE, quality standards and contractual requirements
• Approve and control inspection and test plans, procedures, certifications and documentation
• Conduct and manage intermediate and final inspections (IIS, FIS, MEC/TOP). Record and manage deviations, non-conformances and progress in QC systems (e.g. PIRS, LMS, ALP)
• Must have boiler experience within Energy from Waste (EFW) or Power plant environments.
• Must have EPC (Teir 1 Contractor) experience
• Must hold a Welding qualification and/or CSWIP Welding Inspector certification

Location, remuneration and timeframe of Site Quality Manager role  

• Southeast England
• April 2026
• Longterm contract
• Competitive Day Rate

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading sub-contractor in the Energy from Waste sector. They are looking to recruit 6 x Sheet Metal Workers on a 3-month minimum contract for its site in Essex.      The Sheet Metal Worker role comes with a competitive hourly rate.       Key skills required for the Sheet Metal Worker role   

• Required to carry out boiler cladding works
• Must be able to work with trapezoidal and flat sheet metal
• Able to perform various finishing tasks such as corners and hatches
• Must have a solid understanding of sheet metal work
• Must hold a valid VCA or CSCS Card, Working at Heights, Abrasive Wheels & Manual Handling Certificate
• Must also hold all PPE & relevant Tools such as Drill, Marking Measure Talmeter, Riveting & Universal Pliers, Special Wool Scissors, Wool Cutting Knife, AWL, Tape Measure, Offset cutting snips, Divider, Locking Grip Pliers, Square, Straps with buckle, Wire Tie Tool and Pincers.

  Location, day rate and timeframe of the Sheet Metal Worker role      

• Essex

• 3 months minimum  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading insulation subcontractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit Thermal Insulation Labourers on a 10-month contract for its Essex site. The Thermal Insulation Labourer role comes with an hourly rate of £16.95.             Key skills  

• Work closely with Thermal Insulation Engineer on day -to – day basis
• Helping and support engineers on site with materials and general insulation works
• Adhere to all general H&S on site
• Must hold either CSCS / CCNSG
• Site experience in either Oil & Gas, Energy, Nuclear, Waste Management or similar

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Thermal Insulation Labourer role  

• Essex
• £16.95 per hour (Monday – Friday)
• £21.95 per hour (Saturdays)
• 10 Months minimum

Quantity Surveyor Feb 2024  Enfield £500 Per Day 12 Months      About the role: Astute’s Power team are currently partnering with a Principal Contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor on for a site of theirs near Enfield. The Quantity Surveyor role comes of £500 per day. Outside IR35.                   Key skills: · Signing of subcontracts and collaborating in the offer phase.

• Co ordinate with Construction, Procurement and Finance Departments in closing of subcontracts.
• Co ordinate with Project Control regarding planning and cost controls on site.
• Manage PAC
• Manage back charges and Contradictory prices.
• Claims and Measure Management.
• Address any needs of reports or special analysis requested by Project Control or Project Director on site.

• Hold experience in working on an Energy from Waste project or similar sector in Construction.
• Heavy Civils background  

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Document Controller role:

• Enfield
• Immediate Start
• 12 Months minimum
• £500 Per Day (Outside IR35)

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit multiple Insulator Cladders on a 5-month minimum contract with August 2025 starts on an Energy from Waste project in Chester.        Key skills required for the Insulator Cladders  

• Install thermal and acoustic insulation on pipework, ducting, and vessels to specification
• Measure, cut, and apply insulation materials
• Fabricate and fit sheet metal cladding
• Use abrasive wheels and power tools safely to cut and shape cladding materials
• Work at height using appropriate access equipment in accordance with safety standards
•  Adhere strictly to health & safety protocols, including proper use of PPE
• Collaborate with site teams to meet deadlines and maintain project efficiency
• Ensure all work complies with industry standards and site specifications
• Must hold a valid CSCS Card, Abrasive Wheels and Working at Heights certs.

  Location and timeframe of the Insulator Cladders      

• Chester
• 5 months minimum
• August 2025
• Competitive rates

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Quantity Surveyor on a 6 month contract for its Northeast London site. The Quantity Surveyor role comes with a day rate of £500.             Key skills  

• Commercial management of subcontract packages from tender selection to award, management throughout to the settlement of final account.
• Measurement of Civils, Steel Frames and multiple process disciplines.
• Payment Application / Certificates Management.
• Variations/Field Extra Work Order Management (FEWO).
• Claims Management (both Head and Subcontract).
• Must hold experience in Energy from Waste (EFW) or similar industry
• Must hold BSc Hons or MSc in Quantity Surveying and hold an MRICS membership.  

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Quantity Surveyor role  

• Northeast London
• £500.00 Per Day
• Outside IR35
• 6 Months Minimum
• Immediate Start

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Boiler Supervisor on a 12 month minimum contract for its London site.  

  

The Boiler Supervisor role comes with a day rate of £550. 

 

 

Key skills required for the Boiler Supervisor role 

 

• Manage coordination and control of various mechanical components  

• Oversee various subcontractors  

• Monitor contractor compliance  

• Review / advise construction documentation required to erect mechanical components 

• Carry out weekly safety inspections / audits 

• System walkdowns 

• Must have Boiler experience with strong industrial discipline 

 

 

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Boiler Supervisor role  

   

• London 

• £550.00 per day 

• 12 months minimum  

• Outside IR35 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a modular building contractor to recruit a Site Manager on a short-term contract basis for its site in Basildon from June 2026. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of between £350 - £400 per day (CIS).              Key skills  

• Overseeing site day-to-day activities and installation of small modular builds
• Adhering to HSE requirements
• Ensuring transport and deliveries are kept on top of on site
• Liaison with the Site and Office teams regularly
• Raise and Sign-off permits
• Must ideally hold modular build experience
• Must be flexible for weekend working
• Must hold an CSCS and SMSTS
• First Aid (beneficial)

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role  

• Basildon
• June 2026
• £350-£400 Per Day
• CIS

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Mechanical Construction Crane Supervisor on an construction project in Leeds on a short-term contract, starting immediately.             Key skills

• Oversee overhead crane operations including lift planning, exclusion zones, lifting activities and compliance with lifting regulations
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with RAMS, permits to work, method statements and health & safety procedures
• Ensure all plant, lifting equipment and tools are inspected and fit for purpose before use
• Support commissioning, testing and snagging activities during project completion phases
• Ensure workforce compliance with PPE requirements, environmental controls and company procedures
• Promote a strong safety culture and lead by example on site
• Must have previous experience as a Construction Site Supervisor (mechanically bias) within heavy industrial environments.
• Experience supervising overhead crane maintenance or lifting operations on construction plants
• Must hold relevant tickets including SSSTS, CSCS, CPCS A62, NPORS

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Mechanical Construction Crane Supervisor role  

• Leeds
• Immediate Start
• 2-3 months minimum
• £550.00 per day (flexible for the right candidate)