Kelsey Nineham

  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 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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Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Maintenance Technician to work at their recycling facility in Avonmouth. This Maintenance Technician role comes with a base salary of £46,500 + benefits and shift allowance. If you’re a Maintenance Technician with experience in heavy industry, and you’re looking to join an organisation that values integrity and invests in the growth and well-being of its employees, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Shift Manager or Regional Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance across all plant systems.
• Diagnose and rectify faults on complex machinery and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance and safety.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate records using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A minimum of Level 3 BTEC or NVQ in a mechanical or electrical discipline (or equivalent).
• A completed apprenticeship in engineering.
• Significant experience in heavy industry or process-driven environments.
• Familiarity with permit-to-work systems and regulatory standards.
• Strong fault-finding skills on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Either a mechanical or electrical bias.

Personal skills The Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who:

• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Works effectively as part of a team and communicates clearly.
• Prioritises safety and compliance in all tasks.
• Has a proactive attitude towards continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Technician role

• £46,500 + benefits and shift allowance
• Rotating shift pattern

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Astute are looking for an Operations Technician to join the expanding Operations Team on a Combined Heat and Power facility in East London. Utilising the latest technology, the site is producing 17MW of Heat & Power from used fats, oils and greases (FOGS) from the local area.   Reporting to the Site Operations Supervisor you will be part of a Shift Team (sometimes alone) responsible for the safe and efficient running of the CHP in line with business and statutory needs. If you have the right skills & experience and want to find out more, please get in touch!     Responsibilities and duties: As an Operations Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Operating the plant to ensure compliance in line with Company and Client procedures
• Carrying out first line maintenance to ensure plant availability and performance is at a high level whilst ensuring adherence with safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Identifying and reporting plant defects, observations and anomalies that may affect the safety of the site or operation of the plant
• Completing assigned safety duties, including safe systems of work, setting people to work and the company’s safety systems
• Assisting the Operations Supervisor with projects and outage preparation
• Controlling the offloading of materials onto site, this may include road tanker fuel, oil and urea deliveries and directing the right material to dedicated storage tanks.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• C&G/NVQ Level 3 minimum in Engineering/Plant Operations or Apprentice qualified
• IOSH or H&S certificate

    Personal skills The Operations Technician would suit someone with:

• Mechanical/Electrical maintenance skillset
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in Power Generation in an Operations based role
• Royal Navy Marine Engineer Leading Marine Engineers are welcome to apply
• Comfortable working alone and as part of a time during a shift

    Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent Benefits Package
• Opportunity to join a CHP power plant

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider to recruit an Asset Manager for two biomass plants in South Yorkshire. 

This leadership role offers a competitive salary plus benefits and the opportunity to drive operational excellence across two key sites.

If you’re an experienced Asset Manager or Senior Operations Leader with a background in power generation or major hazard industries, and are looking to join a company that values safety, integrity, and performance, submit your CV today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Manager of Site Operations, you will:

• Take full accountability for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of both Holbrook and Widmerpool Biomass Power Plants.
• Lead, engage, and develop site teams, ensuring alignment with business and client objectives.
• Manage maintenance strategies, plant outages, and critical maintenance intervals to maximise reliability.
• Oversee compliance with health, safety, environmental, and legislative requirements.
• Develop and implement annual business plans, ensuring performance targets and KPIs are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, and local authorities.
• Control and optimise budgets, contracts, and financial planning for both sites.
• Identify and lead CAPEX projects to improve site safety and operational efficiency.
• Support business growth by working with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Participate in the px Plant Managers’ Forum, sharing best practices across the business.
• Provide out-of-hours and emergency call-out support as required.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
• Extensive experience in the energy industry or other major hazard industries.
• Proven track record in managing energy-related assets and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, compliance, and risk management.
• Experience in strategic planning and operational leadership.
• Ability to manage and motivate teams in a safety-critical environment.
• Experience overseeing outages, maintenance planning, and plant performance improvements.

Personal skills

The Asset Manager role would suit someone who:

• Is a strong leader with excellent team management skills.
• Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational oversight.
• Communicates effectively with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Is highly organised with strong problem-solving abilities.

Salary and benefits of the Asset Manager role

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Attractive benefits package.
• Leadership role within a key energy provider.

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider to recruit a Senior Planner for their CHP site in Seascale. 

This crucial role offers a competitive salary plus benefits and the opportunity to work within a well-established organisation committed to operational excellence and safety.

If you’re an experienced Maintenance Planner with a background in power generation, heavy industry, or process engineering, and are looking to join a company that values integrity and collaboration, submit your CV today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, you will:

• Plan and schedule routine maintenance, outages, and assigned projects, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Oversee the preparation, tracking, and updating of maintenance and outage schedules.
• Lead weekly maintenance and outage planning meetings, liaising with operations and engineering teams.
• Act as a Maximo “Super User,” ensuring effective use of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to coordinate resources, spares, and outage planning.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain deadlines.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• HNC (or equivalent) in a process or engineering discipline.
• Experience in maintenance and outage planning within an industrial or power generation environment.
• Knowledge of maintenance processes, contract management, and operational procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CMMS software (Maximo preferred).
• Familiarity with planning tools such as MS Project or P3.

Personal skills

The Senior Planner role would suit someone who:

• Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Can effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excels in stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate potential delays.

Salary and benefits of the Senior Planner role

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Attractive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work for a leading energy provider in a key operational role.

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Mechanical Technician to work at a CHP plant in Seascale, Cumbria. This Mechanical Technician role comes with a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. If you’re a skilled Mechanical Technician with experience in maintaining rotating equipment, steam systems, and valves, and are looking to join a company that values integrity and excellence, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and Duties Reporting to the Site Mechanical Engineer, you will:

• Perform planned and reactive mechanical maintenance to ensure efficient plant operations.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues, providing detailed records in the site’s CMMS (Maximo).
• Develop and refine maintenance procedures and technical documentation.
• Supervise contractors, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Ensure alignment with industry regulations such as PSSR, DSEAR, HASAWA, and LOLER.
• Provide technical support and out-of-hours assistance when required.

Professional Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A mechanical apprenticeship or an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a mechanical discipline.
• Proven experience in maintaining rotating equipment and steam systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS for reporting and work tracking.
• IOSH certification and awareness of relevant legislation would be helpful.

Personal Skills The Mechanical Technician role would suit someone who:

• Works well in a collaborative team environment.
• Maintains a strong focus on safety and quality standards.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Is proactive and detail-oriented in problem-solving.

Salary and Benefits of the Mechanical Technician Role

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

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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 leading energy provider to recruit an Energy Centre Manager for their energy centre sites in London.

This crucial Energy Centre Manager role comes with a salary of £58,693 to £71,634 plus a London allowance of £3,550 per annum and additional benefits.

If you’re an experienced energy professional with a strong background in operations and maintenance within the power or district heating sector and are looking to join an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage a team of Energy Centre Engineers, ensuring high performance and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Oversee all operations and maintenance activities, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient running of energy centre assets.
• Provide visible leadership in health and safety, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
• Develop and implement long-term operational strategies to optimise performance and asset reliability.
• Manage maintenance contracts, ensuring all planned and reactive maintenance activities are delivered effectively.
• Control operational budgets and drive cost efficiency across the sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure technical governance and compliance.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• ONC (Ordinary National Certificate) or equivalent qualification in engineering, or significant relevant experience.
• IOSH or equivalent safety qualification.
• Authorised Engineer status.
• Strong knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk management.
• Understanding of the commercial impact of operations and maintenance activities.

Personal skills

The Energy Centre Manager role would suit someone who:

• Has experience leading technical teams within the energy, power generation, or district heating sectors.
• Can make informed management and technical decisions with a strategic mindset.
• Has a proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Can plan and manage operations with a long-term perspective.

Salary and benefits of the Energy Centre Manager role

• £58,693 to £71,634 per annum
• London allowance of £3,550 per annum
• Competitive benefits package