Dan Grosvenor

Astute's Power team are partnering with an Energy from Waste Plant which is a sustainable alternative to landfill, using household, commercial and non-hazardous industrial residual waste, left after recycling and composting efforts, as a fuel to generate clean electricity.   The Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role comes with a highly competitive salary, pension and bonus   If you’re a Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader 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    Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for:   · Supporting the Maintenance Manager with plant mobilisation / start up activities including writing policies & procedures, commissioning and training. · Providing engineering and technical support to the site maintenance technicians · Assisting with the development of longer-term maintenance strategies focusing on statutory regulations, plant improvement projects, outage planning, asset integrity, sustainability and obsolescence. · Scheduling, planning and optimising all mechanical maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner including shutdowns / outages. · Management of inspections, condition monitoring and reliability works, performance testing and ensuring all documentation / reports are up to date, this includes a variety of approaches including International Standards for Asset Management, RCM and TPM. · Assisting with the management of the maintenance budget, liaising with other discipline Engineers to ensure costs are controlled. · Supervising and directing contractors and third party LTSA agreements. · Working closely with the operations department to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and how these can be rectified. · Assisting in the management and development of the sites Computerized Maintenance Management System. · Ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.       Professional qualifications     We are looking for someone with the following:   

• Minimum HNC / ONC in a Mechanical Engineering field.
• Holder of an IOSH / NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification
• Qualifications below this level will still be considered if candidates can demonstrate extensive experience (with NVQ / NVQ / Apprenticeship). 

    Personal skills     The Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role would suit someone who has:   

• Knowledge of mechanical process plant maintenance gained in a heavy process industry, ideally an Energy from Waste plant. Other industries such as traditional Power Generation (CCGT / Coal) chemical, refining, steel will also be considered.
• Knowledge of pressure systems safety regulations (PSSR), LOLER, PUWER etc
• Familiar with Steam Boilers, Rotating Plant, Conveyors, Cranes, Pumps, Valves, Fans etc.
• At least three years in a supervisory position, leading and directing teams to increase plant availability 

    Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role    

• A competitive salary
• Overtime
• A contributory pension
• Bonus
• Opportunity to work on a brand new, state of the art Energy from Waste Power Station

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Control & Instrumentation Engineer / Team Leader to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the C&I Engineer you’ll be involved with planning the daily maintenance activity of the Control & Instrumentation Technicians as well as supporting with the preventative and corrective maintenance, outage & project planning and managing third party contractors.  If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Control & Instrument Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Scheduling, planning and optimising all controls & instrumentation maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Leading and managing a team of C&I Technicians to ensure the plant is maintained to the highest standard to ensure maximum plant availability
• Planning outages & project work.
• Managing strategic spares.
• Ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Assisting in the setting up and development of the sites Computerised Maintenance Management System
• Supervising and directing contractors.
• Working closely with the operations department to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and how these can be rectified

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in electrical / electronic engineering at HNC level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Control & Instrumentation / Automation Apprenticeship

      Personal skills The Control & Instrument Engineer would suit someone with:

• At least five years supervisory or leadership experience or able to demonstrate extensive leadership qualities
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a range of equipment including DCS & PLC systems, Instrumentation (maintenance and calibration) which includes; Flow, Level, Pressure, Temperature etc
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of CEMS (Continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment) and Environmental Permits
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc.
• Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

      Salary and benefits of the Control & Instrument Engineer role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

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  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Control & Instrumentation Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the C&I Technician you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Control & Instrument Technician you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding, installing, maintaining and testing all control equipment as directed by the C&I Engineer
• Calibrations and loop checking of instruments
• Maintaining the continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS)
• Assist in the development of plant modification and improvement work
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS
• Supervising and directing on site contractors when required
• Assist in outage planning and coordination
• Recommending plant spares to the C&I Engineer
• Ensuring strict HSE compliance

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in electrical / electronic engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Control & Instrumentation / Automation Apprenticeship

      Personal skills The Control & Instrument Technician would suit someone with:

• At least years maintenance experience with a range of equipment including DCS & PLC systems, Instrumentation (maintenance and calibration) which includes; Flow, Level, Pressure etc
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of CEMS (Continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment) and Environmental Permits
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc.
• Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential

      Salary and benefits of the Control & Instrument Technician role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer / Team Leader to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the Mechanical Engineer you’ll be involved with planning the daily maintenance activity of the Mechanical Technicians as well as supporting with the preventative abd corrective maintenance, outage & project planning and managing third party contractors.  If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing a team of mechanical maintenance technicians to ensure the plant is maintained to the highest standard to ensure maximum plant availability.
• Scheduling, planning and optimising all mechanical maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Supervising and directing contractors.
• Working closely with the operations department to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and how these can be rectified.
• Assisting in the setting up and development of the sites Computerised Maintenance Management System.
• Ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Responsible for ensuring the stores are managed efficiently.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in Mechanical engineering at HNC level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience.
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

      Personal skills The Mechanical Engineer would suit someone with:

• At least five years supervisory or leadership experience or able to demonstrate extensive leadership qualities.
• Ideally, solid knowledge of pressure systems safety regulations (PSSR), Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and Provision and use of Work Equipment regulations (PUWER).
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a range of equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc.
• Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
• Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

      Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Engineer role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for an EHSSQ Officer, you will be responsible for all Environmental, Health & Safety (and Security) and Quality matters on the Power Station. You will also provide technical support to the O&M teams and ensure compliance across all permits including management of the Environmental Permit. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the EHSSQ Officer you will be responsible for:

• Implementing and managing the EHSSQ policy within the IMS ISO Framework (9001/14001/45001/50001)
• Oversee all reporting, monitoring and testing relating to EHSSQ compliance in conjunction with managing the O&M contractual requirements, SEPA Permit, and Integrated Management Systems.
• Carry out plant inspections, investigations, safety tours and audits and make recommendations to improve the safety procedures, ensuring all work is carried out in line with policies and documentation is maintained via the IMS.
• Assist with training, enforcing EHSSQ culture, toolbox talks, inductions etc as and when required.
• Chair the Health & Safety Committee meetings.
• Monitor contractors and report on performance and adherence to EHSSQ processes.
• Participate in regular Health & Safety forums and review meetings.
• Evaluation of third party contractor RAMS (Risk Assessment, Method Statements).
• Monitor a variety of key metrics including permits, compliance, site security and energy performance.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• At least an HNC level qualification in Environmental, Science or Chemistry or a similar scientific
• An IOSH or NEBOSH or similar qualification you’ll ideally be Technical Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH)
• Member of IMEA, CIWM or similar organisation.

      Personal skills The EHSSQ Officer would suit someone with:

• A strong appreciation of health and safety aspects on site.
• Working experience of environmental permits, discharge consents (EPR), quality management systems and environmental legislation.
• Experience in acting as Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001
• Previous SHEQ experience in a heavy industry such as – Energy from Waste, Biomass, CHP, Refinery, Petrochemical etc· Experience working to CDM 2015 regulations

      Salary and benefits of the EHSSQ Officer role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for an Electrical Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the Electrical Maintenance Technician, you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Electrical Technician you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding and maintaining electrical assets including motors, transformers, switchgear, drives and HV/LV plant.
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.
• Involved in continuous improvement activities, plant inspections and fault investigation work.
• Assisting in plant developments and projects.
• Supervising and setting to work on site contractors.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site CMMS.
• Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination.
• To ensure the availability of plant spares.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in Electrical engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience.
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Electrical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

      Personal skills The Electrical Technician would suit someone with:

• At least three years hands on maintenance experience.
• Familiar with Health & Safety Regulations such as DSEAR, COMPEX, ATEX etc.
• Hands on experience with a range of equipment including motors, transformers, switchgear, drives and HV/LV plant.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc.
• Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

      Salary and benefits of the Electrical Technician role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc .
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.
• To ensure compliance with the pressure regulations and lifting gear inspection requirements.
• Involved in continuous improvement activities, plant inspections and fault investigation work.
• Assisting in plant developments and projects.
• Supervising and setting to work on site contractors.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site CMMS.
• Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination.
• To ensure the availability of plant spares.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in Mechanical engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

      Personal skills The Mechanical Technician would suit someone with:

• At least three years hands on maintenance experience.
• Familiar with Health & Safety Regulations such as LOLER, PUWER & PSSR.
• Hands on experience with a range of equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc. Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

      Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Fuel Reception Technician to join the Operations Team on this brand new facility. As the Fuel Reception Technician you’ll be supporting the wider team with the safe & efficient operation of the plant. This will include using mobile plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Fuel Reception Technician you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with loading and unloading operations within the fuel handling area and ash loading area.
• Operation of mobile plant and machinery in accordance with the company’s procedures
• Operations of weighbridges when required and completing the necessary tickets associated.
• Operation of overheard cranes to assist with fuel loading operations.
• Carry out first line maintenance activities within the tipping hall area ensuring the CMMS is updated & accurate.
• Keeping the fuel handling & ash area clean, tidy and free from obstruction.
• Carry out inspections of waste arriving to site in the tipping hall to ensure compliance with the waste acceptance protocol and reporting any non-conformance.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Previous experience in heavy process industry, power plants particularly or waste handling facilities will be advantageous.
• Previous experience in the operation of mobile plant equipment, fuel handling machines and forklift trucks with certification.
• Have an understanding of Environmental health & safety within a within heavy industry.
• Understanding of safe and efficient traffic management system within a busy environment.  

      Personal skills The Fuel Reception Technician would suit someone with:

• At least three years process operations experience.
• Previous experience working in an Engineering environment, ideally working with Mobile Plant such as Telehandlers, Counter-Balance Forklift or similar.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

      Salary and benefits of the Fuel Reception Technician role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

Astute’s power team are looking for a Mechanical Technician / Mechanical Craftsperson to a large Energy from Waste plant located in Kent, South East England. This plant can produce up to 45MW of Power by processing up to 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, usually destined for landfill.  As a Mechanical Craftsperson you’ll be responsible for all reactive & preventative maintenance across a variety of critical equipment including fluidised bed boilers, heat exchangers, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes and associated plant. This is a permanent position which is offering a competitive starting salary plus bonus, overtime, call out payments & benefits package.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, as a Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including pumps, gearboxes, valves, etc.
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices
• Assisting in plant developments and projects
• Supervising and setting to work on site contractors
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site CMMS including creating work packs and reporting on works carried out
• Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination
• Ensure appropriate levels of stock / spares are available
• Involved in continuous improvement activities, plant inspections and fault investigation work
• Liaise with the operations team to ensure plant availability
• Taking part in emergency call outs / off duty cover.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A relevant technical qualification such as a C&G / NVQ / ONC / HNC in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline
• At least 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience with mechanical systems including steam systems, valves, pumps, rotating equipment, compressors, gearboxes, cranes etc
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in a heavy engineering environment such as power generation, petrochemical, steel works, CHP plant, paper mill etc. Royal Navy Marine Engineers will also be considered.

    Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• A highly competitive salary.
• Quarterly bonus.
• Overtime & Call out payments.
• Full company benefits
• Opportunity to join the Energy from Waste industry.

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