Tim Norford

Process Engineer – Anaerobic Digestion Comprehensive salary and package, including car allowance and benefits Leamington Spa (other locations available, please enquire) We are, ideally, looking for more senior level Process Engineers but would welcome interest from all levels. About the role: Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering exclusively with a key business and influential player in the UK Anaerobic Digestion market. The company are seeking a Process Engineer to join them to develop and build a portfolio of multi-year contracts and projects in the UK. If you’re wanting to work for an emerging, key player in the UK biogas sector and be a part of this best in class team and company, then please apply below. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Head of Engineering you will:

• Lead the process and mechanical engineering on new build anaerobic digestion projects from feasibility stages to performance testing and into operations
• Produce various technical documents, including mass balances, process calculations, process flow diagrams, P&IDs as well as heat and energy balances
• Prepare technical specifications and advise with engineering decision-making and justification
• Take the lead during project phase, chairing internal and external engineering reviews
• Coordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist subcontractors and internal and external stakeholders, representing the client with the utmost integrity
• Compile and collate final documentation, as built drawings and test sheets for O&M manuals
• Manage and oversee the production of QA documentation, including FAT documentation and more
• Other duties are required

Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in a relevant field, ie a relevant engineering of chemical degree
• Experience in anaerobic digestion, biomethane/biogas, biomethane injection or liquid organic waste management would be highly desirable
• Process review experience and experience with HAZOPs, ALMs and DSEAR regulations
• Knowledge of CAD and 3D modelling would be advantageous but not essential
• UK driving licence

 Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role:

• Comprehensive financial package
• Performance related bonus
• Company pension
• Excellent career progression
• 25 days holiday

How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 07458161788 to speak to Tim Norford who can tell you more.    

CAD Engineer – Industrial and Process Plant

London

3 month Contract role, potentially longer

 

Competitive day rates, depending on experience

 

Introduction…

Astute have been selected to source a CAD Engineer to work for a sustainable energy company in London on a 3 month contract which could extend to 6 months and beyond. They create bespoke solutions per site/company to ensure they are as energy efficient as possible and we’re looking for a CAD Engineer or CAD Designer to join the time to help through a busy period with project work across mechanical, electrical, civil and architectural disciplines.

 

At interview stage, there will be a 3D AutoCAD competency test, likely to involve conversion of a 2D drawing into 3D using the 2D DWG in under an hour.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a CAD Engineer or CAD Designer, you will be responsible for:

 

• Preparing 2D and 3D drawings layout drawings
• Working on a variety of projects, anything from hospital plant room design and install, to HVAC design in airports
• Design the layout and integration of new or modified equipment for HVAC and plant rooms
• Able to conduct site surveys in order to accurately draw and design
• Able to design to programme and timescales
• Liaising with project teams, suppliers and clients alike
• Read P&IDs and update design drawings

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Minimum 2 years of genuine AutoCAD 2D and 3D experience
• Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D and/or AutoCAD MEP
• An excellent general understanding of engineering principles and piping standards
• HNC or HND is engineering hugely preferable
• Clash detection experience with Autodesk Navisworks is desirable
• Revit and BIM modelling experience also desirable
• As a contractor, you must have your own laptop and AutoCad 3D licence

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

• Competitive day rates
• Initial 3 month contract with the potential extension to 6 months and longer
• Working from home but closer to central London is best, but please feel free to apply if you’re further afield

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to

[email protected] or ring 02393 910108 and ask to speak to Tim Norford who can tell you more.

Astute’s Renewables team is exclusively with a business who provide a variety of services to the UK’s energy storage / battery storage / BESS market. They invest in, manage, develop and originate battery storage projects and we’re looking to add some Field Service Engineers to their team to start adding to their O&M Team as well. The Field Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, depending on experience, with real potential for personal and professional growth. The business operate internationally too, so there may be future scope for international work. If you’re a Field Service Engineer / Energy Storage Engineer / BESS Engineer and are looking to work for a key organisation in the market, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the O&M Manager you will:  

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of battery storage assets
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues, conduct warranty repairs and commissioning works too
• Perform firmware and software system upgrades
• Provide diagnostic and technical phone support to clients and customers if and when required
• Conduct risk assessments and look to implement any necessary safety measures
• Where applicable, assist the in-house development team with hands on knowledge and advice through the development phases of projects
• Inspect equipment and carry out regular capacity tests
• Log all activity on internal system
• Travel nationwide for business need, staying overnight where necessary. The intention is to be as patch-based as possible but there needs to be an awareness that there could be nationwide travel.
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• At least a level 3 electrical installation qualification
• ECS gold card is hugely preferable
• 18th edition wiring regulations
• HVAP is desired and the financials would be adjusted accordingly
• Clean UK driving licence
• Experience in O&M in large scale renewables, ideally battery storage but I’m open to solar, wind and other renewables

Personal skills The Field Service Engineer / Battery Storage Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Committed, diligent and who wants to progress
• Happy to travel extensively
• Looking to affect change in the Renewable Energy industry

Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer / Battery Storage Engineer role  

• £45,000 to £55,000 salary depending on experience
• Company van and fuel card
• Tools
• Phone and laptop
• Full company benefits package
• Potential European travel

Astute's renewable team is partnering exclusively with the world's largest independent renewable energy company. Due to ongoing expansion, we are seeking a Director of Controls and Hardware Products to join the team. This role entails leading the development and delivery of cutting-edge digital and physical products for the renewables sector. The Director of Controls and Hardware Products position offers an attractive package, featuring an increased car allowance, substantial bonus opportunities, private healthcare coverage, and the opportunity to work for a company that prioritises fostering a genuine work-life balance. If you possess a proven track record in the wind O&M sector, particularly in leading product development teams, and are seeking your next opportunity to spearhead innovation and advancement in this dynamic industry, we encourage you to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Director of Controls and Hardware Products you will:

• Lead a diverse team of technical experts, engineers, and project managers, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and continuously improving environment.
• Partner closely with R&D to integrate novel technologies into site trials and product offerings.
• Engage with the Product Delivery team to ensure the capacity for delivering products on a large scale.
• Supervise both in-house and external resources to meet contractual obligations.
• Forge connections with suppliers and negotiate contracts that facilitate product development.
• Take ownership of the product roadmap, ensuring its timely delivery and driving towards an industry-leading product portfolio.
• Formulate and oversee the budget for the Controls and Hardware Product division, ensuring adherence to budgetary objectives while achieving set goals.
• Foster cross-functional cooperation with Technology/Engineering, Services, Product, Security, Innovation, Quality, Growth, and Program Management teams to expand the product portfolio.
• Analyse financial performance metrics to inform data-driven decisions regarding product investment strategies.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the controls and hardware products division.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven background leading a product development team in digital and physical systems.
• Demonstrates the ability to safely deliver innovative products with commercial success.
• Possess strong knowledge of renewable technologies, in particular wind turbines.

    Personal skills The Director of Controls and Hardware Products role would suit someone who.  

• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication abilities, adept at navigating complex situations and effectively influencing individuals at all organisational levels.
• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations
• Acts as mentor and coach to develop team and build capabilities for present and future.
• Can create and drive a vision with clear guidance on how to accomplish it.

    Salary and benefits of the Director of Controls and Hardware Products role  

• Market-competitive remuneration
• Senior Bonus scheme
• Enhanced Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 24 days holiday plus buy/sell holiday options.
• Enhanced family leave

 

Electrical Supervisor - Construction UK Wide £40,000 - £50,000 DOE     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading EPC company in the renewable energy sector, to support with a pipeline of utility scale solar site constructions across the UK. The Electrical Supervisor role comes with a salary between £40,000 - £50,000 + KPI driven bonus and other company benefits with excellent development and progression opportunities. If you’re a qualified Electrician with excellent understanding of installation works and are looking to work for an organisation that is a leader in the renewable energy sector, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Site Manager you will:

• Plan, supervise and coordinate subcontractors performing electrical construction works.
• Review electrical installation works carried out against specifications, supplier manuals and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure all team has relevant training, tools, and equipment.
• Complete Construction site documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure all HSQE is maintained to the highest standards and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations and task specific RAMS.
• Review works in accordance with inspection and test plans.
• Identify and escalate any NCR’s or risks to budget, programme or quality to Site or Project Management teams.
• Review and check material deliveries.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• Qualified electrician, BS7671 17th or 18th edition.
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation/ Maintenance.
• C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing highly desirable.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification is highly desirable.

    Personal skills: The Electrical Supervisor role would suit someone who is:

• Experience in Renewable Energy technologies in the UK, specifically Solar PV/ Battery Storage is highly advantageous.
• Desire to work for a leader in renewable energy, or international company.
• Clean UK driving license.

    Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role:

• Salary from £40,000 - £50,000 DOE.
• 7.5% KPI driven bonus.
• Mobile, PC, PPE.
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Company benefits.

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 07458 142487 to speak to Harry Slade who can tell you more.   INDREN

Electrical Technician – Onshore Wind

Inverness - with regional travel

£34,000 + overtime & development

 

Astute are exclusively partnered with a global OEM Renewables Business who are looking for a Wind Turbine Technician / Electrical Technician to join their business. The main purpose of the role would be to work in a team who will service and maintain their onshore wind turbines. To be considered for this role you must have Level 3 Electrical qualifications and be from the wind industry, or you’ll be from another sector performing electrical maintenance in a heavy industrial environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Field Area Manager, as a Wind Turbine Technician / Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on wind turbines
• The installation and retrofitting of key electrical components
• Fault diagnosis and rectification
• Generating detailed reports on the work completed
• Covering multiple sites in your region when required, perhaps staying overnight and having periods away from home
• Working at heights
• Other duties as required

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for an Electrical Technician with the following:

• A level 3 electrical qualification is essential
• 18th edition hugely desirable
• Commercial or industrial experience and the desire to work in renewable energy
• A full UK driving licence is essential
• Excellent health and safety awareness and the ability to work at heights (full training to be provided)
• A cracking work ethic and the flexibility to stay away when required

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• A salary of £34,000 which will increase with training and overtime
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance 4 x salary
• Employee wellness programme for you and your family
• Company van (for work use), PPE and Tools
• Excellent training and career development with courses provided

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to

[email protected] or ring 02393 910108 and ask to speak to Tim Norford who can tell you more.

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading Solar EPC with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Site Manager for its Dunfermline site. The strategically important Site Manager role comes with a salary of £65k, 10% Bonus, company vehicle, life and health cover, IT and PPE. If you’re a Site Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity, quality and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Sites you will:  

• Represent Employer with key stakeholders, including Clients, ICP’s, DNO’s, Subcontractors, Landowner’s, OEM’s, Technical Advisors etc
• Management of key project resources including engineering team, on site quality managers, subcontractors and suppliers
• On site management of utility scale solar PV and Battery Storage projects.
• Responsibility for ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• SMSTS Trained
• Black CSCS card preferable

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

• Experienced as Site Manager on utility scale solar PV projects (20MW+) is highly desirable.
• Experience of constructing ‘Tracker’ mounting structure a plus
• Proven track record in ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations

    Salary and benefits of the Site Manager role

• £60k - £65k basic
• 10% Bonus
• Company vehicle, health & life cover, IT and PPE

   

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a key player in the UK’s biogas market who are making hugely positive moves forward. We’re partnered exclusively with them to recruit a Maintenance Manager to be based from their site in the North East and to manage maintenance activities across the site, bleeding good habits and practices into others. This Maintenance Manager comes with a salary between £60,000 - £65,000 as well as an extensive benefits package. If you’re wanting to work for a genuine major player in the biogas space please read on and apply below.   Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Manager role   Reporting to Senior Management you will:  

• Manage all maintenance activities across the site
• Maintain all plant as per policy and procedures
• Managing Technicians and Operators in the absence of the Plant Manager when required
• Implement and manage a robust, yet simple reactive and planned maintenance program in line with the Group policies
• Being hands on in maintaining process plant, mechanical equipment as well as gas and fluid processing equipment
• Help to develop and mentor junior members of staff, ensuring development plans exist
• Report on maintenance KPIs to upper management
• Complete on call duties as required
• Complete job close-out reports and commissioning of projects and remedial works to assets
• Managing the CMMS
• Oversee the department’s procurement, ensuring spares are ready when required
• Ensuring department budgets are kept under control
• Other duties as required and full job spec available on request  

We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Higher education, ideally NVQ 4 minimum, in mechanical engineering or similar
• Electrical qualifications would be a bonus
• Minimum 5 years in a maintenance / engineering role
• Demonstrable management experience
• Full UK driving licence

Personal skills   The Maintenance Manager role would suit someone who:  

• Willing to roll their sleeves up and lead from the front
• Has been in the anaerobic digestion sector (or waste management) before
• Is a confident leader and can explain maintenance decisions with engineering-based rationale

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Manager role  

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience  
• Medical cash plan
• Death in service
• Company car or car allowance available
• Company pension
• 33 days holiday inc. BH
• Company bonus

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