Kelsey Bakovljev

  Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading timber manufacturing company based in North Ayrshire who supply the UK and Irish markets with product for construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for all maintenance mechanical and electrical work, automation, site projects and maintenance systems on the sawmill site If you’re an experienced Maintenance Manager or lead looking to step up, with a background in timber processing and are looking 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 Working as the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Lead the Maintenance team of fitters and electricians to deliver high performance process efficiency
• Demonstrate strong leadership and team management skills to ensure performance of people and equipment is optimised.
• Ensure the Maintenance function operates to the site required Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
•  Planning and developing PEMAC / CMMS systems to deliver maximum line/process efficiency including energy, plant services and utilities.
• Delivery of KPIs: downtime, uptime, PM schedules and workflow.
• Responsible for cost management in the maintenance and engineering functions, delivering costs to weekly KPI budgets including energy and projects.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Qualification in Engineering – mechanical & electrical background
• Knowledge of maintenance strategies e.g. RCM, TPM, Asset Management desirable.
• Minimum 10 years’ maintenance/engineering management experience is essential; sawmilling or heavy industry experience is an advantage.

    Personal skills The Maintenance Manager 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 Maintenance Manager role  

• Competitive salary up to £60,000
• Pension scheme
• Progression opportunity
• Company benefits

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading timber manufacturer to recruit a Service Engineer based in Scotland with national travel. 

This crucial Service Engineer role comes with a competitive salary + benefits.

If you’re a Service Engineer with experience in industrial plant maintenance and troubleshooting, 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 Customer Engineering Manager, you will:

• Perform planned preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial biomass steam boilers and associated systems.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve plant breakdowns and technical issues efficiently. • Carry out routine servicing and inspections of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment. • Manage and oversee specialist sub-contractors on-site, ensuring compliance with site requirements and safety standards. • Record and report maintenance tasks using the company’s computerised maintenance system (Pirana). • Ensure all health, safety, and environmental regulations are adhered to on-site.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A minimum of HND or equivalent qualification, or a time-served apprenticeship in a mechanical/electrical engineering discipline.

• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in an industrial environment, ideally with an electrical bias. • Experience with field service and support, particularly in troubleshooting customer problems. • A full UK driving licence.

Personal skills

The Service Engineer role would suit someone who:

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Has strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities. • Can develop constructive relationships with customers, installers, and the internal team.

Salary and benefits of the Service Engineer role

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.

• Travel and accommodation provided when staying away from home for work. • Company benefits including health and safety certifications, training opportunities, and more.

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with one of the leading energy providers in the UK, they are looking to recruit a Heating Engineer to cover their energy centres in the East London area. The Heating Engineer will play a vital part in the corrective and preventative maintenance activities in all areas of the process which will include plant rooms, pumping stations, district heating pipework and heat metering equipment. If you’re an experienced Gas Engineer with commercial or industrial scale experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Energy Centre Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Be responsible for maintaining the district heating assets including, boilers, plant rooms, pipework networks and pumping stations covering corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance
• Assist the O&M Team Leaders with both electrical and mechanical maintenance
• Be involved with improvements in performance of assets
• Ensure health and safety is adhered to across complex commercial environments
• Travel to surrounding sites to perform maintenance on district heating network
• Participate in call-out rota, 1 in 5

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Hold an ONC/NVQ Level 3 in a relevant Engineering Discipline
• Knowledge and experience in maintaining commercial heating and pipework systems, heat generation and heat transfer equipment
• Experience with the safe isolation and re-commissioning of plant/pipework and electrical systems
• Health and Safety knowledge – IOSH and/or NEBOSH are desirable
• Full UK Driving Licence

    Personal skills The Heating Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Experienced with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Great work ethic

    Salary and benefits of the Heating Engineer role

• £45,636 - £57,937 
• 1/5 call out rotation with £4000 retainer paid + OT 
• London living allowance of £3550 for eligible candidates 
• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company van and fuel card 

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 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 energy provider to recruit a SHEQ Manager to work on a CHP plant in Seascale. 

The SHEQ Manager role comes with a competitive salary, pension and additional benefits.

If you’re a SHEQ Manager with experience in heavy industrial settings, and are looking to work for an organisation that promotes safety, health and environmental compliance, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the SHEQ Manager role Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will:

• Promote a proactive safety culture, ensuring employees, contractors, and visitors understand and uphold their Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality responsibilities.

• Lead, manage, and support the SHEQ team, fostering professional growth and high performance.

• Implement, communicate, and maintain SHEQ objectives, policies, and procedures, driving continuous improvement.

• Oversee compliance and continual improvement of Business Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 55001).

• Ensure effective engagement and alignment of SHEQ initiatives with business objectives and legal requirements.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (with a willingness to work toward Diploma).

• Relevant experience within a 24/7 industrial environment.

• Previous experience in a health and safety role.

• Proven ability to develop and implement SHE strategies and performance measures.

• Strong knowledge of current UK legislation on SHE requirements.

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

• A collaborative leader, able to engage and motivate teams.

• Proactive with strong communication skills across all levels.

• Focused on continuous improvement and driving a positive safety culture.

• Organised, analytical, and detail-oriented.

  Salary and benefits of the SHEQ Manager role

• Competitive salary with flexibility dependant on experience + benefits 

   

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 Plymouth. 

This crucial Assistant Shift Team Leader role comes with a salary of £48,494 + 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

• £48,494 
• Shift rotation 

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading client in the energy sector to recruit a Shift Team Leader for its biomass power plant in Sittingbourne, Kent.

This Shift Team Leader role comes with a salary of £66,506 + £3120 location allowance and a comprehensive benefits package. If you’re an Operations Technician or Shift Team Leader or similar with experience in a relevant heavy process environment, apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Shift Team Leader role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead and supervise the operations team during your shift, ensuring safe and efficient plant performance

• Act as the control person under the site’s Safety Rules, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations

• Manage and support Assistant Shift Team Leaders and Waste Acceptance Operators

• Monitor plant systems and adjust controls to optimise output and compliance

• Ensure accurate reporting of operational performance and incidents

• Maintain site documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives

   

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship or similar technical training

• NVQ or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline

• Experience operating high-pressure steam systems in a power generation or continuous process environment

• Good understanding of environmental and H&S regulations

   

Personal skills The Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who is:

• A confident team leader with excellent communication and decision-making skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple responsibilities

• Flexible and adaptable, particularly within a shift-working environment

• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and safety

   

Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role

• £66,506 + £3120 location allowance

• Comprehensive company benefits

• Opportunity to join a growing energy business with long-term career development

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading O&M company in the power generation sector to recruit an E&M Planner for its CHP facility in Seascale, Cumbria.

The E&M Planner role comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, offering the opportunity to play a key part in maintaining and optimising the reliability of a high-performing Combined Heat and Power facility.

If you’re an E&M Planner and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity, safety and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

  Responsibilities and duties of the E&M Planner role Reporting to the Maintenance Engineer, you will:

• Plan and schedule all Statutory Inspections, Planned Maintenance routines, defects, projects, and emergent work in line with site operational priorities.

• Maintain a 12-month lookahead Maintenance Delivery Plan to support budget submissions for the Annual Operating Plan.

• Manage the site’s Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure all planned maintenance is completed ahead of compliance deadlines.

• Issue weekly schedules for programmed maintenance, defect rectification, and project work with a rolling 3-week lookahead.

• Produce monthly reports to demonstrate CMMS performance and highlight any issues requiring escalation.

• Administer the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) system and ensure compliance with key legislation.

• Coordinate contractor activities and support the grouping and scheduling of outage work.

• Act as custodian of the Postponement process, ensuring no overdue maintenance.

  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent.

• IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to obtain).

• Experience with a CMMS system (ideally Maximo or similar).

• Competence in MS Excel and MS Project to develop reports, schedules, and outage plans.

• Strong understanding of key maintenance legislation, including Pressure Systems Safety, DSEAR, Electricity at Work, and PUWER.

  Personal skills The E&M Planner role would suit someone who is:

• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing maintenance priorities.

• Capable of balancing multiple workstreams within a safety-critical environment.

• A strong communicator, able to coordinate with engineers, contractors, and operational teams.

• Committed to maintaining compliance, safety, and asset reliability.

  Salary and benefits of the E&M Planner role

• Competitive salary

• Excellent company benefits package