Melanie Noble

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy and environmental consultancy with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit for a Senior Grid Engineer for its Edinburgh, Glasgow, London or Bristol offices. The Senior Grid Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £80,000 depending on experience plus benefits with flexible hybrid working available. If you’re experienced as a Grid Engineer looking for an opportunity to develop into a senior role and want to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As Senior Grid Engineer you will:  

• Understand the UK grid application process for generator connections, including documentation, timescales, and fees.
• Assess transmission securities and liabilities relevant to generator projects to mitigate risks.
• Review offers from National Grid, providing detailed briefs to clients on key attributes.
• Support clients in navigating grid application processes for UK and overseas connections.
• Share knowledge with the team, mentoring graduates/consultants to enhance expertise.
• Stay updated on energy regulatory changes and their implications for clients.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with industry stakeholders for new opportunities.
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives by sharing insights and expertise.
• Provide practical understanding of transmission and distribution grid applications.
• Manage and analyse energy regulatory frameworks to support client needs.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree qualified in Electrical or Mechanical engineering or possess equivalent professional experience.
• Experience or willingness to learn client management and develop longstanding relationships.
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks for renewable projects' grid connection, including transmission and distribution, with knowledge of use of system charging and Ofgem dealings

    Personal skills The Senior Grid Engineer role would suit someone who:  

• Possess experience in, or be willing to learn, financial project management, ensuring projects meet strict timelines and budgets.
• Exhibit commercial awareness of the energy industry, including market trends and key players

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Grid Engineer role  

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
• 25 days Holiday plus public holidays
• Pension 5% matched contribution
• One Professional Membership

 

Astute’s Renewables Team is exclusively partnering with a leading climate-focused real assets investor in the battery storage sector to recruit a Commercial Asset Manager for its London office. The Senior Technical Asset Manager role comes with a salary of £60,000 - £80,000 plus benefits. If you’re an ambitious energy markets or commercial asset management professional looking to develop your career in the energy transition sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Commercial Asset Manager role Reporting to the Head of Operations and Asset Management you will:  

• Support and develop commercial dashboards and reporting tools
• Manage contract tracking, governance, and compliance processes
• Support Route-to-Market, Capacity Market, and ancillary service contracts
• Maintain contract registers, milestones, and performance trackers
• Support revenue reconciliation across multiple revenue streams
• Assist with bidding and participation in energy market auctions
• Support asset qualification for grid and market mechanisms
• Monitor KPIs and identify commercial performance risks and issues

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 3–6 years’ experience in UK power markets or regulated energy environments
• Understanding of energy revenue mechanisms (BESS desirable)
• Experience in contract management or commercial operations
• Strong analytical and data handling skills
• Degree in a numerical, technical, financial, or related discipline

Personal skills   The Commercial Asset Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Commercially minded with strong ownership mindset
• Analytical and structured in approach
• Proactive and improvement focused
• Strong communicator across teams and stakeholders
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities

  Salary and benefits of the Commercial Asset Manager role  

• £60,000 - £80,000 basic salary
• Bonus driven by performance
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

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Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a dynamic FTSE250 renewable energy provider, committed to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a Senior Project Delivery Engineer – Subsea & Moorings for their Aberdeen site. The Senior Project Delivery Engineer – Subsea & Moorings role comes with a salary up to £85,000 based on experience, excellent pension benefits, and flexible working arrangements. If you’re a driven engineer with expertise in moorings and subsea construction looking for an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that innovates and delivers solutions from design to commissioning, apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will:  

• Lead technical responses for project tenders related to marine and subsea construction activities for permanent floating structures.
• Manage projects based on type and scale under the supervision of the Head of Projects.
• Deliver engineering deliverables for specific projects independently or in conjunction with internal and external resources.
• Develop operational procedures for offshore utilization, including step-by-step methodologies, rigging arrangements, equipment requirements, and lifting plans for marine and subsea construction activities associated with moorings and SURF.
• Develop mobilisation and demobilisation plans for installation and anchor handling vessels and supervise quayside activities.
• Create, maintain, and report on project schedules as required.
• Actively participate in HIRA and QHSE-related activities.
• Oversee offshore operations during execution phases to ensure adherence to procedures and guidelines.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in marine or subsea construction (Moorings/SURF) for the energy industry, including oil and gas or renewables sectors.
• Experience in the design and installation of permanent mooring systems for units such as FPSOs, FSOs, FSUs, FWTs, CALM buoys, etc.
• Experience in developing offshore operational procedures for installation and subsea construction projects.
• Knowledge of Orcaflex is advantageous.

Personal skills The Senior Project Engineer (Moorings/Subsea Construction) role would suit someone who is:  

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• A proactive problem solver.
• Collaborative and works well with others to maximise team achievements through developing relationships and continuous sharing of knowledge and ideas.
• Committed to professional development and continuous improvement.

Salary and benefits of the Senior Project Engineer (Moorings/Subsea Construction) role:  

• Salary up to £85,000
• 34 days holiday (Including 4 fixed Bank Holidays)
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family policies
• Private Medical Healthcare

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy company, a market leader in solar operations, to recruit a Recruitment Specialist to support the growth of the team. This Recruitment Specialist role comes with a salary of up to £45k plus company benefits. If you’re an experienced Recruiter and have a background from within the solar or renewables sectors and are looking for a new challenge upload your CV to apply today!                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the HR Manager you will:  

• Act as the main contact for recruitment agencies, providing accurate role briefs and managing performance.
• Screen CVs/applications and present suitable candidates to hiring managers.
• Coordinate interviews, including scheduling, logistics, and candidate communications.
• Ensure a smooth, professional recruitment process and positive candidate experience.
• Support hiring managers with interview preparation and timely feedback.
• Draft and issue offer letters/contracts and manage compliance checks (right-to-work, screening, records).
• Maintain accurate recruitment and HR administration records.
• Support onboarding to ensure seamless new hire integration.
• Build and maintain a light candidate pipeline and contribute to employer branding initiatives.
• Manage LinkedIn searches, share market insights, and provide workforce planning support.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Experienced in recruitment coordination for solar and renewable energy roles, managing multiple positions and supporting hiring managers.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail, compliance knowledge, and accurate record-keeping.
• Excellent communicator, confident liaising with stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled in technical/engineering recruitment within the renewable sector.
• Proficient with recruitment agencies, ATS platforms, and employer branding/social recruitment initiatives.

    Personal skills The Recruitment Specialist role would suit someone who is:  

• Proactive, solution-focused, and able to balance multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Professional and approachable, prioritising a positive candidate experience.
• Comfortable working independently or collaboratively within a team.

    Salary and benefits of the Recruitment Specialist role  

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Pension scheme
• Medical cash plan
• Employee assistance programme.

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Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a leading renewable energy business focused on utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects to recruit a HSEQ for its office in Reading.

The strategically important HSEQ Manager role comes with a salary of up to £80,000, discretionary bonus, pension scheme and hybrid working.

If you’re a HSEQ Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that is committed to sustainability and continuous improvement, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the HSEQ Manager role

• Lead HSEQ activities across utility scale solar and BESS projects throughout England and Wales
• Drive continuous improvement across health, safety, environmental and quality systems
• Maintain and improve integrated management systems in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Carry out site audits, inspections and compliance reviews across operational and construction sites
• Support contract management, incident investigations and corrective action processes
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and wider HSEQ legislation
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a senior HSEQ position across a similar environment
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and CDM regulations
• Experience managing ISO-accredited management systems
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification preferred
• Experience within solar PV, BESS or HV electrical environments would be advantageous
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites when required

Personal skills

The HSEQ Manager role would suit someone who is:

• A proactive and practical health & safety professional
• Comfortable engaging with contractors, operational teams and senior stakeholders
• Organised, detail focused and able to manage multiple priorities
• Passionate about developing strong HSEQ standards and culture across a growing business

Salary and benefits of the HSEQ Manager role:

• Up to £80,000 salary DOE
• Discretionary company bonus
• 5% pension contribution with Aviva
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to join a growing renewable energy business

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Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a renewable energy investor and asset manager to recruit an Asset Manager for its Dublin office. The Asset Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending experience plus benefits. If you’re an experienced renewable energy asset management or operations professional looking to take ownership of a portfolio of wind, solar and battery storage assets across Europe, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Asset Manager role Reporting to the Director of Asset Operations you will:  

• Manage operational wind, solar and BESS assets across Europe
• Take ownership of technical and commercial performance of assigned assets
• Lead HSE standards and promote a strong safety culture across sites
• Manage O&M, PPA, lease and service provider contracts
• Monitor asset performance, reliability and optimisation opportunities
• Develop and control annual OPEX budgets and operational spend
• Produce performance reporting against technical, commercial and ESG KPIs
• Support stakeholder management including grid operators, landowners and investors

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 3+ years’ experience in asset management, operations or engineering roles
• Strong experience in renewable energy (wind, solar or BESS preferred)
• Degree in engineering, science or related discipline (Electrical Engineering preferred)
• Strong understanding of MV/HV electrical systems
• Experience managing contracts such as O&M, PPA or EPC agreements

Personal skills   The Asset Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Commercially aware with strong ownership mindset
• Analytical and strong at problem solving
• Proactive and safety focused
• Organised and able to manage multiple assets and priorities

Salary and benefits of the Asset Manager role  

• Competitive Depending on Experience
• Discretionary Bonus
• LTIP after 3 Years
• Pension
• Other Company Benefits

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Astute’s Renewables are proud to be working with one of Europe’s leading solar O&M specialists, supporting their continued UK growth. We are looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to join their team, covering the Bristol area, with occasional travel as required. This Field Service Engineer role offers a salary of £45,000, along with a company vehicle and fuel card plus door to door travel is paid. If you’re a Field Service Engineer with solar experience and are looking to join a business that values professionalism, reliability, and continuous improvement apply today with your CV Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will:

• Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team.
• Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.
• Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations.
• Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment.
• Routine maintenance activities on security system devices.
• Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.
• At least five years’ experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
• Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:

• Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required
• Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.
• Passionate about renewable energy and high-quality service delivery.

Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role  

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience plus pay increases upon completion of training competencies.
• Door to Door travel paid
• Company vehicle and Fuel Card
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme & company sick pay
• Regular wellbeing check-ins & team-building days
• Supportive culture with social events
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

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Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit an Electrical Supervisor to oversee the installation and finishing phases of wind farm sites across the UK.    The Electrical Supervisor role comes with a salary of £45,000 plus bonus scheme and a flexible pension scheme.    If you’re a qualified Electrical worker with experience in the wind industry and are looking to work for an organisation that offers great career progressions and benefits, then upload your CV to apply today.    Responsibilities and duties  As the Electrical Supervisor you will: 

•  Inspect and supervise the electrical installation inside and adjacent to the wind turbine generators. 
• Ensure all activities related to the SCADA installation and connection is completed and prepared for commissioning. 
• Follow all industry safety regulations for the site and ensure all works are compliant with HSE. 
• Perform the Quality Gate 23 Process and ensure sign off is complete by the Site Manager. 
• Support when needed during the commissioning and testing phases. 
• Complete any other relevant supportive duties for projects including but not exclusive to Quality Gate 4 and retro performance monitoring. 

Professional qualifications  We are looking for someone with the following:

• Certificate as a qualified electrician or qualified electrical worker.
• Valid First Aid would be an advantage. 
• HV and MV switching operation authorisation. 
• Working and Rescue from Height – from a renewables UK approved provider. 

Personal skills  The Electrical Supervisor would suit someone who is: 

•  Able to work in or lead a team.
• Systematic problem solver. 
• Able to travel on a regular basis both UK and international when needed. 
• Able to demonstrate a practical and technical approach to operations. 

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role 

• Salary up to £45,000 
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays. 
• 4-week work rotation (3 weeks on, 1 week off) 
• Flexible pension scheme 
• Site vehicle access  

   

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading marine, wind and offshore engineering consultancy with a commitment to professional development, innovation and sustainability to recruit a Senior/Principal Instrument Engineer on a 12-month contract working from one of its offices in Aberdeen, Bristol, Chester or Nottingham. The Senior/Principal Instrument Engineer role comes with an hourly rate of up to £60 per hour depending on experience.                   Key skills  

• Engineering degree relevant to Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years engineering experience.
• Willingness to work in various environments (office, client offices, offshore).
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Understanding of legislation, codes, and standards.
• Commitment to health, safety, environment, and quality control.
• Proficiency in executing engineering projects, including design and analysis.
• Adherence to processes and procedures directed by management.
• Effective communication for client meetings and reporting.
• Building and maintaining professional relationships with clients.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior/Principal Instrument Engineer role  

• Outside IR35
• Up to £60 PH depending on experience.
• 12-month contract with potential to extend.