Lucy Pook

 

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 leading civil subcontractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor on a 12-month contract for its Cheshire site. The Quantity Surveyor role comes with a day rate of £450.             Key skills  

• Mentor the commercial team where required promoting CPD, etc.
• Oversee all assigned commercial accounts in line with the R&Rs outlined below.
• Actively chase up applications, payment certs and associated payments.
• Negotiate, agree, and close out final accounts.
• Ensure compliance on assigned commercial accounts are in line with contractual obligations surrounding payment terms/commercial calendar and construction law.
• In the unlikely event of a dispute, oversee, negotiate, attend and see through dispute resolution meetings through necessary means such as arbitration or similar.
• Establish, update and maintain a schedule of rates for tendering purposes
• Establish, update and maintain a schedule of current day works rates.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Quantity Surveyor role  

• Cheshire
• £450.00 Per Day
• 12 months

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Payroll & HR Administrator on a 9-month contract on a hybrid working role in Farnborough.             Key skills  

• Deliver transactional HR services locally, aligned with Group P&C processes
• Manage personnel administration including contracts, onboarding/offboarding, and payroll interface
• Ensure local HR compliance with employment laws and Group governance
• Collaborate closely with global P&C colleagues to implement strategies and initiatives
• Must hold strong experience in HR Operations and Payroll Administration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with HRIS knowledge as a plus
• IPASS (Irish Payroll Association Qualification) qualification ideal but not essential
• Irish employment Law also beneficial but not essential

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Payroll & HR Administrator position  

• Farnborough
• £20.00 per hour
• 9 months minimum

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Site Surveyor on a 12 month minimum contract for its London site. The Site Surveyor role comes with a competitive day rate.             Key skills • Act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives • Set out, level and survey the site • Check plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations • Liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project • Carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of any subcontractors - this is site-specific and may not be the case on all projects Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Surveyor role  

• London
• 12 Months minimum
• Outside IR35

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a HSE Advisor on a 10 month contract for its Belvedere site. The HSE Advisor role comes with a flexible rate.             Key skills  

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ)
• 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
• Provide 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
• Undertake internal inspections and audits of the standards of HSE on site and the work practices employed
• Liaises with other HSE professionals (both internal and external) to achieve a positive HSE culture
• Provides regular HSE training / information for new employees
• Undertakes site HSE inductions on an ongoing basis
• Assists in emergency response at site · Assists in the organisation of medical examinations (i.e. drug and alcohol testing, etc) of all staff on site
• Must be flexible to work nights and days
• Ideally hold experience within the Energy from Waste sector
• Must hold NEBOSH

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the HSE Advisor role  

• Belvedere
• 10 months minimum
• Outside IR35
• Nights

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a cable solutions provider to recruit a Project Manager for its site in Dunbar on a permanent basis.              Key skills  

• Manage and oversee the execution to completion of the project.
• Awareness to specific site characteristics (topography, landscape, environmental and ecological constraints, current infrastructure, sustainability, health and safety)
• Work closely with the design and wider team to manage and develop any necessary Scope of Works, Division of Responsibilities, Employer and or Client Requirements and Technical Specifications for Onshore Cable works.
• Interface extensively with the client’s offshore cable team to manage the interface of the cable landfall.
• Actively manage to appointment any required subcontract requirements, specifically HHD/Civils.
• Source, review, appoint any such required consultants and/or internal colleagues to develop and carry out pre-condition surveys.
• Interface, liaison and coordination with any parties responsible for coinciding works.
• Organise and chair project update meetings with any relevant stakeholder/parties.
• Must have proven experience in a similar position within Power/Energy/Renewables construction projects with ideally a HV (High Voltage) background.
• Hold an understanding / background in construction civil engineering.
• Must have strong communication skills with an ability to engage with clients
• Must be flexible to travel to other sites for project meetings from time to time.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Project Manager role  

• Dunbar
• November start
• Competitive Salary
• 25+ days holiday
• Attractive benefits package

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a successful and leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Civil Project Manager on a 24-month minimum contract for its Ireland site. The Civil Project Manager role comes with a competitive day rate.             Key skills  

• Dual role as Project Construction Manager for Civil works, transitioning into more of Site Manager position for remainder of the project.
•  Lead and encourage contractor teams meeting HSEQ requirements.
• Oversee civil project team
• Define and manage Civil Project scope e.g. Design Scope & WBS
• Take ownership of civil change management and cost control.
• Support subcontractor negotiations and contract administration.
• Must have previous experience as a Civil Construction Manager / Project Manager with either an EPC / Leading Civil Subcontractor
• Must also have experience within Energy from Waste or similar industries.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Civil Project Manager role  

• Ireland
• 24 Months minimum

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 Kent.        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      

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