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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.

INDPOW

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 a Mechanical Engineer to work at an Energy from Waste plant in Gloucestershire.

This Mechanical Engineer role comes with a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per year plus benefits and has Monday to Friday working hours. If you’re an experienced Mechanical Technician or Engineer with a background in heavy process industries or defence, submit your CV to apply today.

 

Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Engineer role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will:

• Oversee mechanical maintenance of plant equipment

• Monitor rotating machinery and ensure safe operation

• Coordinate shutdown and maintenance planning across disciplines

• Maintain compliance with statutory inspections and documentation

• Manage safety systems, lifting gear, and pressure systems

• Support accident, incident and near-miss investigations

• Lead mechanical personnel and manage related departmental duties

• Review and recommend spare parts holdings

• Set and manage the mechanical department budget

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Engineering background within power generation such as Energy from Waste, CCGT, Biomass, Oil, Coal, or marine engineering

• Competency in relevant safety legislation and industry standards

• 5+ years of relevant experience 

• Familiarity with equipment inspections, safe systems of work, and technical documentation

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

• Comfortable working in a demanding environment

• Effective at prioritising and decision-making

• Confident with written and verbal communication

• Computer literate

 

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Engineer role

• £50,000 - £60,000 + benefits 

• Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm 

  INDPOW 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with an energy provider to recruit a Power Systems Engineer based near Coventry, Nottingham or Kingswinford on a hybrid basis. 

The Power Systems Engineer role comes with a salary of £51,620 - £65,907 + additional benefits. 

If you’re an Electrical Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that supports the UK energy transition, then submit your CV to apply today.

 

Responsibilities and duties of the Power Systems Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will:

• Deliver dynamic analysis and compliance studies for power systems projects

• Lead the technical aspects of project delivery, reporting, and proposals

• Build and maintain client relationships to support future business opportunities

• Conduct studies related to voltage fluctuations and earthing

• Support developers with grid connection requirements

 

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• At least two years of experience with UK Grid Code compliance studies

• Proficiency in DIgSILENT PowerFactory and knowledge of ETAP, IPSA, CDEGS, or XGSLAB

 

Personal skills The Power Systems Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Able to work collaboratively within a project team

• Capable of analysing complex technical problems

• Effective in both written and verbal communication

• Focused on meeting customer and project needs

 

Salary and benefits of the Power Systems Engineer role

• Salary of up to £65,907 depending on experience

• Pension scheme

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Bonus opportunities

• Flexible working options

  INDPOW 

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 client in the power generation sector to recruit an Assistant Shift Team Leader to work at their biomass power plant in Sittingbourne, Kent 

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 biomass 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 biomass 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 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading timber processor to recruit a Maintenance Engineer for its Troon site.  The Maintenance Engineer role comes with a competitive hourly rate + 30% shift allowance and additional benefits.  If you’re a multiskilled Maintenance Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is a recognised leader in their industry, then submit your CV to apply today.                  Responsibilities and duties  Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will:

• Carry out reactive and proactive maintenance on production plant and equipment.
• Installation of new equipment
• Fault find and resolve problems on equipment.
• Participate in both summer and winter plant overhauls.
• Complete work permits as required. 

Professional qualifications  We are looking for someone with the following:

• Time-served multi skilled maintenance professional
• Experience in similar heavy processing environment. 
• Relevant engineering qualification in either mechanical or electrical. 
• Multiskilled 

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

• Excellent with planning and attention to detail
• Able to work individually or part of a team.
• Self-motivated. 

  Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Engineer role 

• Competitive salary
• Shift allowance

Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Station Manager for a CCGT power plant in Maydown, Northern Ireland. 

This crucial Station Manager role comes with a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.

If you’re an experienced leader in power generation and are looking to contribute to an organisation that values innovation, safety, and collaboration, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Dispatchable Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead the Coolkeeragh management team and workforce.
• Ensure the highest safety standards are met by fostering an incident and injury-free work environment.
• Develop and drive business goals, ensuring efficient and reliable plant performance.
• Lead strategic site development and operational innovation.
• Cultivate a high-performance culture, encouraging engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A proven track record of leadership and delivering business objectives within a safety-focused environment.
• Extensive experience in managing large teams or complex projects.
• Strong strategic and operational leadership skills.
• An engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.

Personal skills

The Station Manager role would suit someone who:

• Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Is results-oriented with a customer-focused mindset.
• Can effectively drive change and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Salary and benefits of the Station Manager role

• Competitive salary and benefits package.