Lucy Pook

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Civil Site Design Coordinator on a 12 month for its Fife site. The Civil Site Design Coordinator role comes with a day rate of £350-£425.                   Key skills  

• You are responsible for managing the design processes of subcontractors within the civil works on one of the construction sites in liaison with the Lead Engineer Civil at the Head Office.
• You are responsible for the civil works to be executed in accordance with the contract, and conform with project time, budget, HSE and quality requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil / structural engineering or architecture with at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Past working experiences with both consultants and contractors is an added advantage.
• Strong experience in civil project management and design coordination, preferably in large scale civil, industrial or plant business construction projects.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Civil Site Design Coordinator role

• Onsite- Fife
• £350.00 to £425.00 per day 
• Outside IR35

 

Commissioning Shift Operator Start date - Jan 2024 Day rate - £400.00 to £440.00 (Outside IR35) Locations - Slough  Duration - 6 months About The Role We are currently recruiting for Commissioning Shift Operators to join the EPC Contractor on a fast paced new build Waste to Energy facilities based in Slough. Role responsibilities for the Commissioning Shift Operator positions reporting to the Commissioning Manager:

• Ensures works within area of responsibility are executed in accordance with contract requirements, and conform with project time, budget and Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements
• Supports the commissioning team in all mechanical issues (filter cleaning and exchange, greasing, dismount pumps, replenish consumables etc.
• Maintains all mechanical tools in a clean state and ready to use
• Maintains and cleans the equipment of the plant
• Reports any variations and issues to the Commissioning Manager
• Liaises and coordinates with other project team members, in particular the Commissioning Manager, Commissioning Lead Engineers and shift team leaders.
• Operate and control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, reactors etc using semi automated control system and standalone equipment control panels
• Control, operate, and maintain plant within the limits of the environmental operational permit
• Control, operate and maintain plant to produce required electrical output
• Control, operate and maintain plant to complete cold and hot commissioning in line with company and supplier procedures Control and maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater pumps, pre-heaters, filters, demineralised water plant etc, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, and auxiliary power
• Carry out all operations in line with company procedures and guidelines Regulate equipment and conditions such as water levels, waste feeding, steam pressure etc based on data from field instrumentation and DCS Carry out required maintenance tasks in the field and record completion of maintenance tasks in shift books
• Collect samples as required by the commissioning manager or lead engineer i.e. water, oil, waste, IBA etc
• Inspect records, handover notes, and shift book entries, and communicate with other plant personnel to assess equipment operating status.
• Communication with shift team leader in relation to any items which indicate unstable operation of the plant
• Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Keeps the Commissioning Manager / Site Manager informed of all site-related activities

Qualifications and skills required for the Commissioning Shift Operator roles:

• Knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements
• Valid Safety Contractors Certificate (SCC), Safepass (ROI), CSCS or CCNSG card or equivalent
• Solution oriented
• G ood communicator
• Ability to present ideas effectively
• Minimum 2 to 5 years as a Control Room Operator (CRO), preferably in plants utilizing waste as fuel, biomass incineration, or fossil fuel technology, with proven knowledge of power plant equipment and systems. 
• Detailed and organised
• Ability to work alone and part of a team
• Flexibility, ability to travel and work in shift pattern or site hours
• Client & Stakeholder interface
• Able to evaluate ideas of others

How to Apply? To apply for this great opportunity with a leading Principal Contractor in the UK's energy and power divisions, then simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or on 02392 222 966. INDPOW  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Commissioning Shift Team Leader on a 6 month contract for its Scotland site. The Commissioning Shift Team Leader role comes with a day rate of £550.             Key skills  

• Ensure that all relevant HSEQ requirements are incorporated into area of responsibility and that, in consultation with site management, HSE and commissioning team, HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable
• Prepare and issue permits to Work and system isolations for works within the shift
• Ensure that works within area of responsibility are executed in accordance with the contract and conform with project time requirements
• Independently operate, monitor, and maintain systems according to the scope of responsibility, in the control room and on site
• Update and maintain shift logs and maintenance regimes
• Overseeing the work performed by shift personnel and suppliers during operation
• Liaise and coordinate with other project team members, in particular the Commissioning Manager and Commissioning Lead Engineers
• Records all operational events in the shift logbook
• Participate in regular control tours throughout the plant
• Deliver Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Keep the Commissioning Manager / Site Manager informed of all site-related activities

  Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Commissioning Shift Team Leader role  

• Scotland
• 6 Months minimum
• £550.00 per Day
• Outside IR35

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Finishing Foreman on a 3-month contract for its Leeds site.    The Finishing Foreman role comes with a day rate of £300.00.      Key skills    

• Co-ordination of internal fit-out for an office fit-out.
• Overseen various packages such as drylining, ceiling, flooring, decoration, joinery and general building works.
• Co-ordination of M&E Contractors alongside other Supervisors
• Hold Site & H&S knowledge and logistics.
• Enforce site standards.
• Must hold a good understanding of quality management system and able to plan, monitor and control all aspects.
• Must have a Shopfitting / Building background
• SSSTS / SMSTS
• First Aid
• CSCS Card

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Finishing Foreman role    

• Leeds
• £300.00 Per Day
• 3 Months 

 

Lead Commissioning Engineer Day rate - £450.00 to £525.00  Location - Scotland Start date - January 2024 Duration - 12 Months  

The Role

Our Client is a leading EPC in the renewable energy field and Power Generation sector, who are consistently bidding and gaining new projects in the Energy from Waste sector in the UK. Currently they have a requirement for a Lead Commissioning Engineers to lead a team of Engineers and Technicians throughout the commissioning of the project. We are looking for candidates with building services experience. 

As Lead Commissioning Engineer, you will bring demonstrable commissioning experience and practical skills to the commissioning team. Working closely with the Commissioning team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and documenting of commissioning and handover activities on the project and programme of works in a safe manner, fully in accordance with company processes, systems, procedures and specifications. 

Responsibilities include:

• Working in collaboration with the construction team, ensuring that commissioning activities are planned safely and to required quality standards and specifications
• Providing appropriate support throughout the commissioning phase of the project
• Updating of commissioning documentation including site reports and assisting with O&M manuals
• Carrying out and recording of all commissioning tests
• Liaising with onsite subcontractors where necessary
• Reporting to the Project Director and Commissioning Manager and updating relevant personnel on site progress 
• Adhered to health and safety regulations and reporting any incidents appropriately.

Requirements:

• Commissioning experience gained within Energy from Waste, Biomass, and Gasification projects. 
• Proven track record in a similar role and ability to communicate well at all levels
• Building Services experience
• Ability to work well independently and as well as part of a team

If you are interested in finding out more, you can call Lucy on 02393 910 473 or contact me at [email protected] INDPOW

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to HSEQ. Actively encourages and leads the HZI and contractor teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements
• Ensures that all relevant HSEQ requirements are incorporated into area of responsibility and that, in consultation with site management and HSE team, HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable
• Ensures that risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are reviewed with regards to HSE requirements, and that work is carried out in accordance with the RAMS
• Is responsible for the safety and HSE performance of all personnel under their control, and for stopping work where this might be compromised
• Implements standardized methods in order to identify complex problems
• Supports pro-actively the project team to achieve objectives
• Ensures works within area of responsibility are executed in accordance with the contract, and conform with project time and budget requirements
• Co-operates with erection contractors and exchanges experience with colleagues responsible for products and other project teams and specialist departments
• Coordinates consortium partners, sub-contractors etc.
• Progresses change requests (technical, time and costs)
• Prepares and follows-up deviations and claims
• Plans and implements of the installation testing procedures
• Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Follows up and ensures closing of the contractor’s punch items
• Keeps the Site Manager informed of all site-related activities
• Site Supervisor Electrical keeps the Site Head Electrical informed of all site-related activities
• Is aware of the HSE requirements relevant to their role, and implements and complies with them

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Job specific qualification:

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree
• Experienced as supervisor in construction of large industrial plant
• Experienced in the co-ordination of contracts / contractors on site
• Experienced as a leader of HSEQ and has knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements
• Knowledge of relevant international and national technical standards
• Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS), valid Safety Contractors Certificate or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft suite applications

Specific knowledge required for roles:

• Pressure Parts:

Simple Pressure Vessel Directive 2009/105/EC, 2014/29/EC

Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC, 2014/68/EC

 

• Machinery:

Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

ATEX 95 Equipment Directive 94/9EC, 2014/34/EC

ATEX 137 Workplace Directive 1999/92/EC (to the extent applicable)

 

• Electrical Installation (for Site Electrical Engineer):

Electrical Supervisors shall have switching and training certificates on 11 kV, 33 kV and higher voltage levels and experience in HV, MV, LV controls and instrumentation

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading insulation subcontractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit Thermal Insulation Engineers on a 10-month contract for its London site. The Thermal Insulation Engineer role comes with a hourly rate of £21.00.             Key skills  

• Preparing areas on site to be insulated
• Fitting insulations to engineering plans
• Secure and fasten insulation and sealing work areas after
• Work closely with Thermal Insulation Labourer on day -to – day basis
• Adhere to all general H&S on site
• Must hold TICA /NVQ and either CSCS / CCNSG
• Site experience in either Oil & Gas, Energy, Nuclear, Waste Management or similar

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Thermal Insulation Engineer role  

• London
• £21.00 per hour (Monday – Friday)
• £27.95 per hour (Saturdays)
• 10 Months minimum

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading insulation subcontractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit Thermal Insulation Engineers on a 10-month contract for its Essex site. The Thermal Insulation Engineer role comes with an hourly rate of £21.00.             Key skills  

• Preparing areas on site to be insulated
• Fitting insulations to engineering plans
• Secure and fasten insulation and sealing work areas after
• Work closely with Thermal Insulation Labourer on day -to – day basis
• Adhere to all general H&S on site
• Must hold TICA /NVQ and either CSCS / CCNSG
• Site experience in either Oil & Gas, Energy, Nuclear, Waste Management or similar

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Thermal Insulation Engineer role  

• Essex
• £21.00 per hour (Monday – Friday)
• £27.95 per hour (Saturdays)
• 10 Months minimum