James Barker

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting 5x Electrical Tester to join a Electrical Main Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Chester, Cheshire for 4 months (possible extension)

The Electrical Tester position come with an hourly rate from £19 to £22 per hour. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Perform electrical inspection and testing (Initial Verification & Periodic) in accordance with BS 7671

• Complete test sheets and electrical installation condition reports (EICs, EICRs, MEWPs, etc.)

• Conduct dead and live testing (IR, continuity, Zs, ZsR1+R2, RCD, etc.)

• Identify faults, non-conformances, and complete remedial actions as needed

• Support site-wide QA and handover documentation (Red Line drawings, snag lists)

• Work closely with Supervisors, Commissioning Engineers, and QA team

• Maintain adherence to all site safety and permit systems

• Ensure compliance with IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition)

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Electrician Tester positions:

• Chester, Cheshire
• £19 to £22 per hour (CIS)
• Immediate start date

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a large-scale European Engineering and Construction company to recruit a Permit to Work Coordinator on 12 months for its Scotland site. The Permit to Work Coordinator role comes with a rate of £500 per day.                   As the Permit to Work Coordinator, you will need experience in the following;

• Act as the central point of contact for the Permit to Work system across the construction site.

• Review, approve, issue, suspend, and close PTWs in accordance with project-specific procedures.

• Coordinate with construction teams, subcontractors, and the HSE department to plan and manage conflicting work activities.

• Maintain a live permit board and daily permit register.

• Ensure all PTWs are fully documented, including risk assessments, method statements, isolations, and supporting documents.

• Conduct audits and regular inspections to ensure compliance with permit conditions.

• Facilitate daily PTW coordination meetings and ensure clear communication between work parties.

• Support and advise supervisors and operatives on permit-related issues and safety requirements.

• Escalate any non-compliance or unsafe practices to the HSE Manager immediately.

• Deliver toolbox talks and training sessions on the PTW process as required.

• Maintain accurate records for audit purposes and regulatory compliance.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Permit to Work Coordinator role:

• Scotland
• Outside IR35
• £500 per day

Health and Safety Specialist Start date - September 2022 Rate - £350 to £400 per day Duration - 12 months Location - Slough