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Will Gilbert

Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
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UPS Engineer - Offshore
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Role originally signed off in May – now an urgent requirement
  • Looking for someone who can step straight into the role
  • Not a position for someone who requires training
  • Previous calibre: team of 6 engineers under her
  • CVs reviewed jointly by her and Ross – quick turnaround on interviews
  • Office based just outside Aberdeen (some on-site presence expected)
  • Ross is with Dale Power
  • Role will cover a large geographical area – responsible for managing all Scottish operations
  • Strong link with Apache / CNR (that's where their candidates/employees have been going) 
  • Wouldn't mind a submariner, had one interview that was really good 
  • Selling point is not salary-driven
  • Focus is on work-life balance and overall quality of role
Package: 30-45k basic + Offshore allowance of 160 days  £70,000 Could be anywhere in Scotland, or even in England, will pay for fuel  Back off Holiday on the 19th  

Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Service Engineers – Join a Leading Name in Critical Power

If you’re passionate about critical power solutions and want to help us raise the bar even higher, we’d love to hear from you.

 

At P&I, we don’t just provide critical power solutions—we deliver peace of mind. Since 1999, we’ve grown from a small business into one of the UK’s leading independent suppliers of generators and UPS systems. Our mission is simple: to ensure our customers have power when they need it most.

 

We’re excited about what lies ahead as we continue to grow, evolve, and make a meaningful impact on our industry and community. Joining P&I means being part of a team where your expertise is valued, and you’re empowered to succeed.

 

The Role

 

As a Service Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our customers’ critical power needs are met. You’ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and supporting critical power equipment at customer sites, ensuring systems run smoothly and efficiently.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Servicing, maintaining, testing, and repairing generators, UPS, and related systems.

  • Conducting inspections, site surveys, and load bank testing.

  • Supporting installations and commissioning of critical power equipment.

  • Planning and supervising on-site work, always prioritising safety.

  • Providing technical support and completing accurate service reports.

 

About You

 

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated professional with:

  • Experience of servicing, maintaining and fault diagnostics on Generators and other critical power equipment

  • An engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or similar)

  • A self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude who is willing to roll up their sleeves

  • Full UK driving license

 

Why Join P&I?

 

We understand the value of our team, and we’re committed to offering:

  • Competitive pay and benefits that reflect your skills and experience.

  • Ongoing training and development to support your career progression.

  • Company Van and laptop

  • Enhanced holiday

  • Gym and fitness privileges

  • Health and Wellbeing benefits including on demand GP services

  • Employee retail discount schemes  

  • A professional and supportive environment where you can thrive.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and growing industry while developing your skills in a company that’s committed to your success.

 

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and join us in shaping the future of critical power.

 

 


CHP Engineer - Essex
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Notes from the Technical Engineer (Level up) that might help.  Ideal companies Clarke, Edina, 2G and Veolia, - Open to a wider area when I comes to CVs, Case by case - Call out, 1 in 4 for call outs Monday to Monday, all engines have remote monitoring, wouldn't be going to site predominantly  - Flex with the working hours start and finish times 

Electrical Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a specialist renewable energy engineering consultancy with a strong focus on solar PV and BESS design, to recruit a Electrical Design Engineer. The strategically important Electrical Design Engineer role comes with a salary of £60,000 - £65,000 which is negotiable, along with flexible working options and professional development support. If you’re a Electrical Design Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that offers exposure to complex, utility scale renewable projects and supports professional development, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of Electrical Design Engineer role: Reporting to the Director you will:
  • Lead and support the design of solar PV and BESS systems across the full project lifecycle (concept through to operation)
  • Carry out solar park yield simulations and optimisation studies
  • Undertake electrical and power system design, including grid connection studies
  • Produce detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and technical specifications
  • Conduct feasibility studies, due diligence, and design optimisation work
  • Attend and lead client meetings (office and site-based)
  • Survey and inspect sites, construction works, and operational installations
  • Provide technical support and troubleshoot engineering issues
  • Write detailed engineering reports and technical documentation
  • Perform design reviews, peer reviews, and risk analysis (including CDM/safety-in-design)
  • Manage client relationships and contribute to project delivery
  • Support or lead junior engineers where required
  • Contribute to proposal writing and business development activities
Professional Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Degree-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or a relevant STEM discipline
  • Around  5 years’ experience in electrical system design to UK standards would be an advantage
Personal skills The Electrical Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • Highly analytical with strong problem solving capability
  • Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team environment
  • Detail oriented with high standards for technical accuracy
  • A quick learner who can adapt to new engineering challenges
Salary and benefits of the Senior Engineer role:
  • £60,000 – £65,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
  • Flexible / hybrid working options available
  • Pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday along with bank holidays

Senior Technical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a market leader in critical power systems to recruit a Senior Technical Engineer in a nationwide role, with hybrid working. The Senior Engineer role comes with a highly competitive salary, car allowance, bonus opportunity and enhanced benefits package. If you’re an Engineer with experience in managing technical teams and working with generators/UPS systems, 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 of the Senior Technical Engineer role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:
  • Provide onsite technical support to the office, Engineers and clients.
  • Support Service Engineers with fault finding, overhauls, mechanical & electrical faults on site as required to ensure delivery of contracts.
  • Coordinate training and development of Engineers where required/identified.
  • Monitor the CHP fleet using Web Supervisor, Inteli Monitor, Lite Edit, TEM, TPEM.
  • Attend onsite operational meetings with clients.
  • Liaise with office-based Technical Teams for product developments and process improvements.
  • Conduct site surveys to support Service Sales functions and site audits when required.
  • Ensure quality control of works being delivered customer satisfaction.
  • Provision and management of RAMS, ensure adherence across the team for on-site works.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in an engineering environment with knowledge of generators and UPS systems.
  • Knowledge of Generator/AMF Control Panels (Deepsea, Comap, SDMO)
  • Excellent electrical and mechanical knowledge
  • Prior experience in leading or managing field-service engineering teams.
Personal skills The Senior Technical Engineer role would suit someone who:
  • Holds strong attention to detail
  • Has a proactive approach to problem solving
  • Has strong communication and leadership skills
  • Flexible to travel as required
Salary and benefits of the Senior Technical Engineer role
  • Highly competitive basic salary
  • Car allowance
  • Company phone or allowance
  • Bonus scheme
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Opportunity to join a market leader in a managerial role
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