Melanie Noble

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 Aberdeen area, with occasional travel as required. This Field Service Engineer role offers a salary of up to £40,000, along with a company vehicle and fuel card, and the opportunity to work within a supportive, expert-led environment focused on delivering high-quality service to large-scale solar assets. 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 £40,000 depending on experience plus pay increases upon completion of training competencies.
• 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 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.

 

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Local Operations Manager to support teams in the Oola region, Ireland. The Local Operations Manager role comes with a competitive salary plus bonus and pension scheme and great career progression opportunities. If you have a technical background in wind (or a similar sector) and enjoy managing performance, people, and budgets across remote teams, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Local Operations Manager you will:  

• Overall accountability for QHSE within the service area, ensuring full compliance with internal standards and external regulations, and acting as a visible role model for safety and quality.
• Full responsibility for operational performance, ensuring optimal availability and reliability of wind turbine generators across the service area.
• Ownership of financial and commercial performance, including budget planning, cost control, and delivery against agreed targets.
• Leadership of site teams, including delegation to team leads, performance management, and ensuring all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to required standards.
• Recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention of service employees, including identification of training needs and succession planning to build a high-performing team.
• Development and implementation of effective staffing and resource plans, including inventory and stock management.
• Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on KPIs and operational data to drive continuous improvement, address performance gaps, and share best practice.
• Oversight of site operations including safety audits, facilities management, large-scale operations (e.g. major component exchanges), and improvement initiatives.
• Management of customer operational topics, ensuring clear, collaborative communication and strong working relationships with stakeholders and project teams.
• Driving efficiency, competitiveness, and business growth initiatives, including service handovers from build to operations and planning for new or relocated service points

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven leadership experience within the wind industry or a comparable technical sector.
• Completed apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience in Mechanical or Electrical engineering would be preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of commercial and financial controls, with experience managing budgets, KPIs, and overall financial performance.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote, field-based teams.
• Strong people management skills, with the ability to oversee the full spectrum of team performance, development, and engagement
• Must hold Driving Licence

    Personal skills The Local Operations Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Able to work at heights, outside in all conditions when needed.
• Collaborative team player with proactive attitude.
• Had excellent decision-making, planning, and prioritisation capabilities.
• Effective with delegation and workload management
• Agile and able to adapt in a fast-paced industry.
• Strong customer-focused mindset.

    Salary and benefits of the Local Operations Manager role  

• Competitive Salary depending on experience
• Up to 10% company bonus
• Car Allowance
• Progression opportunities with clear structure to support you in your development.
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme, Cycle Scheme, EAP Scheme

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