Lucy Pook

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a modular building contractor to recruit a Site Manager on a 6-month contract for its site in Oxfordshire. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £400.00.             Key skills  

• Overseeing site day-to-day activities and installation of 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 hold modular build experience
• Must hold an CSCS and SMSTS
• First Aid (beneficial)

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role  

• Oxfordshire
• 6 Months
• £400.00-£450.00 Per Day

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector who are looking to recruit a Commissioning BOP (Balance of Plant) Supervisor on a 12-month contract basis.        Key skills required for the Commissioning BOP Supervisor   

• Mechanical engineer with at least 5 years of experience in the commissioning of thermal power plants, EFW or similar. Having been responsible for the commissioning of the BOP in this type of plant.
• Leadership, teamwork skills and the ability to solve problems independently are characteristics that the candidate must possess.
• Must have Knowledge of logic diagrams and TFAs management skills will be valued
• Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the candidate will be responsible for commissioning the BOP in collaboration with other disciplines, such as electrical, I&C, operations, etc and with the TFAs of the boiler supplier.
• Coordinating with the site LOTO responsible Senior Authorised Person for planning and implementation of all permits related activities  

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Commissioning BOP (Balance of Plant) Supervisor   

• West Midlands
• Outside IR35
• Sept/October 2025
• 12 Months minimum

Astutes Power Team are currently recruiting an HSE Advisor to join a leading sub-contractor on a site in Scotstoun, Glasgow. You will be required to work only 1 day a week on a long-term contract.    The HSE Advisor position is paying £300.00 per day.      Key skills required for the HSE Advisor role 

• Ensure all health and safety documentation is up to date, accurate, and compliant with current legislation.
• Maintain records of site inductions, training certificates, inspection reports, permits to work, and other H&S paperwork.
• Support the site management team in document control and administration related to health and safety.
• Provide guidance to site staff on completing forms and understanding H&S documentation requirements.
• Must have NEBOSH and experience on a large-scale construction project.
• Must be flexible to work only 1 day a week (Monday – Thursday)

Location, day rate and timeframe of the HSE Advisor role      

• Glasgow

• £300.00 Per Day

• Outside IR35 

Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a EPC Contractor to recruit a HSE Advisor on a 24 month contract for its London site. The HSE Advisor role comes with a competitive day rate.                   Key skills  

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ)
• Actively encourages and leads contractor teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements.
• Intervenes in a strong and persuasive manner in HSE matters on site
• Can competently advise on HSE matters at all levels within the project organisation
• Provides technical support to the persons responsible for safety on the construction sites
• Administers the permit to work process when required
• Undertakes Level 1 accident investigations to a high standard and produce internal reports
• Undertakes internal inspections and audits of the standards of HSE on site and the work practices employed
• Undertakes site HSE inductions on an ongoing basis
• Assists in emergency response and Assists in the organisation of medical examinations (i.e. drug and alcohol testing, etc) of all staff on site
• Deputises for the Site HSE Manager and undertakes further roles as reasonably required

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the HSE Advisor role  

• London
• 24 Months
• Competitive rate
• Outside IR35

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a modular building contractor to recruit a Site Manager on a 3-month contract for its site in Guildford from May 2025. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £400.00.             Key skills  

• Overseeing site day-to-day activities and installation of 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 hold modular build experience
• Must hold an CSCS and SMSTS
• First Aid (beneficial)

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role  

• Guildford
• May 2025
• 3 Months
• £400.00-£450.00 Per Day

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Electrical Subcontractor on an Energy from Waste project to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer on a 10 month contract for its West Midlands site.    The Electrical Engineer role comes with a day rate of £450 per day.      Key skills 

•  Identify and address technical challenges devising innovative solutions.
• Maintain accurate electrical system activity records, generated technical reports, and documented changes for transparency.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in electrical engineering, applying new knowledge to enhance project outcomes.
• Provide technical expertise during construction meetings and discussions, addressing electrical related queries and making informed recommendations.
• Cabling and assembly works
• Hold the ability to adjust and thrive in the dynamic environment of a construction site.
•  Communicate with the Principal Contractor on site.
• Must have an Electrical Engineering background in a Energy from Waste / Oil & Gas / Industrial environment.  

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Electrical Engineer role    

• West Midlands
• £450 per day
• 10 Month Contract 
• Outside IR35

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor within the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a BIM Programmer on a contract basis for its Northeast London site. The BIM Programmer role comes with a competitive day rate.                 Key skills  

• Develop programming solutions using C# and SQL.
• Work with Navisworks API and Revit API to customize and optimize workflows.
• Collaborate with the BIM team to implement Autodesk Forge solutions.
• Support BIM Manager with the integration of digital tools across projects.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the BIM Programmer role  

• Northeast of London
• Long term Contract
• Competitive Day Rate

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a successful and leading M&E Sub-contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a HSE Advisor on a project in Northwich.             Key skills  

• Dealing with H&S requirements and compliance on site.
• Challenge and give solutions.
• Implement the expected standards and advising contractors.
• Controlling site H&S systems and have regular discussions on site about H&S performance with Site Managers and Contract Managers.
• Must hold NEBOSH, CSCS Card and First Aid.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the HSE role  

• Northwich
• 12 Months minimum
• Outside IR35

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Mechanical & Electrical Subcontractor within the Energy from Waste sector to recruit an Electrical Engineer on a 6-month contract for its Birmingham site. The Electrical Engineer role comes with a day rate of £400.             Key skills  

• Assist with the installation of electrical scope which includes Electrical Equipment, CMS (primary & secondary), cable installation, cable terminations, lighting, earthing, lightning protection, instrumentation and controls etc.
• Review electrical drawings for buildability and proposed installation methodology
• Liaise closely with the planner to ensure all take-offs are incorporated within the programme and the installed measure is correct to ensure accurate progress is recorded
• Liaise with the client for solutions to any design issues encountered and formalise through the correct project process
• Co-ordinate with internal teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure a smooth execution of the electrical works scope
• Assist with the planning, forecasting labour levels etc. to undertake the works
• Oversee the installation of the electrical equipment to ensure it is safely installed and all testing is undertaken correctly and in line with manufacture recommendations
• Ensuring all works are being undertaken safely and in accordance with the project H&S requirements
• Must have worked on large industrial projects 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Engineer role  

• Birmingham
• £400.00 Per Day
• Outside IR35
• 6 Months