Kelsey Nineham

Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading timber manufacturer to recruit a Project Engineer based in Scotland with the ability to carry out national travel. 

This crucial Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary and benefits.

If you’re a Project Engineer with experience in engineering solutions for biomass systems and are looking to work with an organisation that values sustainability and innovation, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Customer Engineering Manager, you will:

• Develop and improve maintenance plans and tasks to ensure maximum plant availability.
• Liaise with field service engineers and site personnel to understand and optimise maintenance requirements.
• Analyse boiler performance data, diagnose issues, and provide technical solutions for performance improvement.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures to enhance operational reliability.
• Maintain and enhance the Pirana system for industrial heat and installed assets at customer sites.
• Provide guidance and support to the sales team regarding technical queries for new and existing projects.
• Assist with technical reporting, including system performance and compliance reporting.
• Proactively comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, ensuring the upkeep of certifications and compliance standards.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent qualifications with relevant experience).
• Proven experience in a maintenance or reliability role, preferably in a relevant industry such as biomass or industrial heat systems.
• Experience in troubleshooting and providing customer support, particularly in a field service context.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to analyse performance data and implement practical solutions.
• A full UK driving licence, with the flexibility to travel across the UK and stay away from home as needed.

Personal skills

The Project Engineer role would suit someone who:

• Is a collaborative team player, capable of developing constructive relationships with customers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Possesses excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Can make confident decisions and think creatively to resolve issues.

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Company benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading client in the power generation sector to recruit an Assistant Shift Team Leader to work at their Energy from Waste power plant in Dundee, Scotland. 

This crucial Assistant Shift Team Leader role comes with a salary of £46,900 + benefits. 

If you’re an experienced engineer or technician with a background in Energy from Waste or a similar process industry and are looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Shift Team Leader, you will:

• Support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the Energy from Waste facility.
• Assist in overseeing plant operations from the control room and on-site.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Carry out routine plant inspections, maintenance, and adjustments.
• Control and operate the Safe System of Work as an Authorised Person.
• Maintain accurate operational records and reports.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised engineering qualification in a relevant discipline.
• IOSH
• Authorised Person or Senior Authorised Person status in Safe Systems of Work (desirable).
• Experience working in a similar environment such as power generation, chemical, defence, etc. 
• Strong understanding of regulatory, environmental, and HSE requirements.

Personal skills

The Assistant Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who:

• Works effectively in a team and independently.
• Has strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Is adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Is comfortable working shifts, at height, and in confined spaces.

Salary and benefits of the Assistant Shift Team Leader role

• £46,900 + annual bonus 
• Shift rotation 

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a timber manufacturer and energy provider to recruit a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician to work at their CHP plant in Invergordon.

This Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician role offers a competitive salary, opportunity for overtime and a benefits package. 

If you are an experienced maintenance professional with experience in industrial environments, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will:

• Diagnose and repair faults in key technical process equipment to ensure the reliability and consistency of plant operations.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Conduct inspections on plant equipment, including motors, pumps, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental compliance standards, promoting a culture of accountability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with motor controls, pressure and temperature sensors, and other control systems.
• Provide support for PLC fault-finding and control system maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, system changes, and equipment configurations.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Time-served, dual-trained electrical/mechanical engineer with experience in an industrial setting.
• City & Guilds/NVQ qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate maintenance records.

Personal skills

The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who:

• Ability to be flexible around shift pattern including nights. 
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and contractors.
• Has a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Salary and benefits of the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician role

• A competitive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible around shift pattern including nights. 

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading timber manufacturer and energy provider to recruit a Shift Electrician to work at their site in Invergordon.

This crucial Shift Electrician role comes with a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as plenty of opportunity for overtime.

If you’re a qualified Electrician with experience in an industrial environment and are looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will:

    • Carry out electrical maintenance across all areas of the plant.

    • Conduct fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical equipment.     • Perform visual inspections and ensure machinery operates efficiently.     • Work with the maintenance system to complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.     • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.     • Assist with incident investigations and implement corrective actions.     • Maintain accurate records of electrical repairs and inventory. Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

    • Time-served Electrician qualification with relevant industrial experience.

    • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.     • Knowledge of single and three-phase motors.     • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.     • Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems. Personal skills

The Electrician role would suit someone who:

    • Has strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.

    • Communicates effectively with colleagues and contractors.     • Can work independently and as part of a team.     • Is well-organised with good attention to detail. Salary and benefits of the Electrician role

    • Competitive salary

    • Benefits package     • Shift pattern including nights and OT opportunities   

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Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a growing servicing company in the power sector to recruit a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) for its operations across the South East of England, including Essex, Suffolk, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. 

The Senior Authorised Person role comes with a competitive and flexible salary, pension, and additional benefits. 

If you’re an experienced Senior Authorised Person with UKPN authorisation up to 11kV and are looking for a new opportunity, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Authorised Person role

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you will:

• Plan and oversee power outages related to electrical maintenance and vegetation management.

• Apply and remove safety measures, including earths, backfeeds, and generation connections.

• Lead and manage the electrical provision team, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with regulations.

• Support the delivery of power outage programmes while maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor budgets associated with electrical works, ensuring cost-effective operations.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• UKPN Senior Authorised Person status up to 11KV overhead lines. 

• HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Applications from other DNOs will be considered, strictly no IDNOs. 
• Underground and field control certification highly desirable. 

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Personal skills

The Senior Authorised Person role would suit someone who is:

• Highly safety-conscious with a meticulous approach to compliance.

• A strong leader with experience managing teams and subcontractors.

• Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making under operational constraints.

• Organised and efficient in planning and executing power outages.

Salary and benefits of the Senior Authorised Person role

• Competitive and flexible salary and benefits package.

• 23 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays.

• Annual bonus scheme and share options.

• Robust pension scheme.

• Private healthcare options, including online GP access.

• National gym membership discounts.

• Employee recognition programmes and volunteering days.

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit an Operations Technician for their CCGT power station in Manchester.

This crucial Operations Shift Technician role comes with a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you’re an experienced operations technician with a background in power generation or a similar process industry, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Operations Team Leader, you will:

• Operate the power plant safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with legislation, site procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor plant performance, diagnose issues, and respond to alarms to maintain operational reliability.
• Conduct routine plant walkdowns and first-line maintenance to optimise plant performance.
• Work as an Authorised Person under the plant safety rules.
• Maintain accurate operational records and reports.
• Support the development and implementation of operational procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised craft qualification in an engineering discipline OR a minimum of three years' experience in process plant operations.
• Experience in power station operations or a similar heavy process environment such as chemical, refinery, defence, etc. 

Personal skills

The Operations Technician role would suit someone who:

• Has strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Can work flexibly to meet operational requirements.
• Has good IT skills. 
• Is able to work a shift pattern. 

Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role

• Competitive salary and benefits package to be discussed on application.
• Shift pattern 

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading company in the energy from waste sector to recruit a Maintenance Manager for its site in Plymouth. 

The Maintenance Manager role comes with a salary of £70,000 – £72,000, bonus, pension, and other benefits.

If you’re a Maintenance Manager looking to work for an organisation that prioritises safety, efficiency, and sustainability, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Manager role Reporting to the Facility Manager, you will:

• Lead the maintenance department, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

• Develop and manage the maintenance budget.

• Oversee all procurement activities for the department.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Produce reports in line with company and contractual requirements.

• Take responsibility for the maintenance of high-pressure steam raising plant.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• An apprentice-trained engineering background, qualified to HND level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control engineering.

• Familiarity with welding techniques and Quality Assurance processes.

• Experience managing a planned maintenance system and budget.

• Knowledge of current health & safety regulations (minimum IOSH Managing Safely), CDM, and pressure systems regulations.

• Proven experience in a supervisory maintenance role within a process industry, ideally involving high-pressure steam systems.

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

• A strong leader, capable of managing and motivating teams and contractors.

• An effective communicator, with excellent organisational skills.

• A practical problem solver with strong analytical abilities.

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Manager role

• £70,000 – £72,000

• Benefits package including car allowance and private healthcare. 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit an Operations Technician to work on a COMAH site in Seascale on a 12 month fixed term contract.    This crucial Operations Technician role is working on a rotating shift pattern and the salary can be discussed on application.   If you’re an Operations Technician with experience in a similar heavy process industry, submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Shift Manager you will:

• Work as part of the operations team.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the CHP plant.
• Perform frontline mechanical and electrical maintenance as necessary.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

•  Experience working in a similar heavy process industry including power, chemical, refineries, etc.
• Applications from ex-defence candidates welcome.
• A relevant engineering qualification is desired.

    Personal skills The Operations Technician role would suit someone who:  

• Is able to work a rotating shift pattern.
• Lives in the Seascale area for the duration of the FTC.
• Works well in a team environment and also independent.
• Prioritises high levels of health and safety.

    Salary and benefits of the role  

• Salary to be discussed on application
• Rotating shift pattern on 7 week cycle with blocked time off.

Astute's Power team are partnering with one of the largest operators of energy networks and energy infrastructure in Europe.  They are looking to recruit a Senior Development Engineer who will be based from home and will be challenged with growth of the team. The Senior Development Engineer plays a vital part in providing customers engineering solutions including problem resolution and energy profile reduction. If you have a background working in engineering, District Heating or a similar environment and are looking to work for an organisation that is passionate about energy, then upload your CV to today.                     Responsibilities and duties Working as the Senior Development Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the UK development team which will consist of 3-5 direct reports across UK.
• Taking the technical lead on complex projects
• Building relationships with customers to understand requirements.
• Project development budgets
• Providing analysis of key project and developments
• Allocating team workload, ensuring objectives are maintained
• Managing design process, creating decarbonisation proposals

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree educated or HND in a Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, Materials or Chemical Engineering
• IOSH or NEBOSH certificate
• Experience/Knowledge of industry standards (CIBSE Regs, building services, British Standards, ISO etc)

    Personal skills The Senior Development Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Experienced with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Development Engineer role

• Competitive salary of up to £79,595
• Bonus
• 26 days holiday
• Generous pension scheme

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