Dan Grosvenor

  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 Store Controller who will be responsible for the control of stores, stock items, computerised stock control system as well as the purchasing of goods and services as directed by the procurement & maintenance department. 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 Store Controller you will be responsible for:

• Manging the stores team to ensure stock items, goods in/out and the stock control system are all managed and updated correctly.
• Carrying out purchasing activities as and when required to ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained to minimise down time when maintenance is carried out.
• Liaising with technicians, engineers and external customers/suppliers to identify requirements and for ordering of supplies.
• Ensuring the maintenance budget is adhered to and plan for future purchases by planning future maintenance work requirements.
• Managing and maintaining the stock control system, ensuring information is correctly entered.
• Carry out regular stock checks.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

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

      Personal skills The Store Controller would suit someone with:

• At least three years’ experience in a heavy engineering / process plant in a Stores / Inventory role, this could be from a similar Power Station, Refinery, Petrochemical, Paper/Steel Mill.
• Proven work experience in inventory control and procurement through a CMMS such as SAP, Maximo, Dynamics 365
• Valid Forklift / mobile plant experience

      Salary and benefits of the Store Controller 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 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

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Astute’s Power Team are working with a leading independent waste management company who have a large presence in London. They are in the process of developing a brand new Waste Transfer Station, located in Barking, and are looking for a Maintenance Manager to join the team. As the Maintenance Manager you will be managing the maintenance strategy on site including the planned preventative maintenance programme, plant modification & projects, outages and longer term engineering requirements in addition to coordinating daily activities of technicians and fitters. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Waste sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Manager role Reporting to the Transfer Station Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Ensure the site operates in full compliance with all current legislation, including environmental regulations.
• Oversee and uphold health, safety, and security standards across the site.
• Coordinate the effective management of all plant, equipment, infrastructure, and vehicles.
• Supervise and support site personnel and contractors.
• Oversee service agreements, contracts, and project delivery.
• Manage financial operations, including budgeting and cost control.
• Handle all internal and external communications and maintain accurate documentation.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• An engineering qualification in a relevant Mechanical / Electrical field. Ideally a minimum Level 3.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certificate

Personal skills The Maintenance Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Knowledge of CDM Regulations
• Proficient in the use of MS Office suite
• At least 5 years supervisor experience in a similar role from a similar relevant industry such as Waste Management, Power Generation, Process Engineering etc
• Maintenance scheduling & coordinating experience

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Manager role

• Industry competitive salary
• Pension
• Bonus opportunity
• Further full company benefits

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Astute's Power Team are looking for an Electrical Supervisor to join a sub-contractor on a major Power Generation project located in Essex. Having won the Electrical Package on site, they are looking to hire an Electrical Supervisor to deliver the installation and commissioning of the electrical equipment on site. If you have the right skills & experience and want to find out more, please get in touch! Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Supervisor role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing and management all on-site electrical installation activities.
• Coordinate with the main contractor, client representatives, and internal teams to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Lead site teams, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations and project specifications.
• Manage materials, sub-contractors, and progress reporting.
• Ensure testing and commissioning preparation aligns with project milestones.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• SMSTS (or equivalent), CSCS/ECS,
• Current and valid first aid qualifications desirable.
• Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar

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

• Proven experience managing electrical works on large-scale industrial or power generation projects.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV systems, cable routing, containment, and instrumentation.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role

• Industry competitive salary
• Pension
• Bonus opportunity
• Further full company benefits
• Opportunity to join a major project with future works lined up across both installation & maintenance contracts

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Astute are working on behalf of a leading operator of Energy from Waste plants to find a Project Engineer for their largest assets located in the South East of England. The Energy from Waste site in the Kent area has a capacity to process 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating 34MW of power for the surrounding area. As a Project Engineer you will be responsible for taking the site lead on all plant & equipment upgrades from conception through to delivery & execution. 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 of the Project Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Responsible for the conception, delivery & execution of plant process and equipment upgrade projects on the facility.
• Carry out risk assessments, tender specifications, and progress reports on projects.
• Manage, monitor & evaluate third party sub-contractors engaged on site.
• Support the wider Engineering team with the planning and completion of outages across three waste processing lines and also steam turbine & generator.
• Coordinate & manage all statutory inspections for lifting & pressure systems covering steam boilers, common systems & auxiliary equipment.
• Provide technical support on plant issues.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Qualified to a minimum ONC / HNC in a relevant engineering discipline
• Project Management / APMP / Prince 2 qualification
• IOSH or NEBOSH in Health & Safety or similar

Personal skills The Project Engineer role would suit someone who has:

• Experience working with high pressure steam systems from a similar environment such as Power Station, Refinery, COMAH, Utilities plant etc
• Familiar with statutory inspections or pressure systems and associated equipment in addition to NDT
• Proven record with project management including CDM regulations
• Budgetary experience

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role

• Industry competitive salary
• Pension
• Bonus opportunity
• Further full company benefits
• Opportunity lead & manage major plant upgrade projects

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Astute’s Team is partnering with a leading service company to recruit two Sales Managers to help drive the growth of this highly successful Engineering firm focused with Industrial Engineering Solutions across a variety of sectors including Power Generation, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing and Heavy Process plants. As Sales Manager you’ll be tasked with expanding the existing their customer base and identifying opportunities to increase revenue within existing accounts. This is a high-impact role for a motivated individual who can both think strategically and execute tactically — combining key account management with a proactive new business approach to help deliver a sustainable pipeline. If you have a strong commercial and sales background, relevant industry experience and looking for a new opportunity then apply for this role. Responsibilities and duties of the Sales Manager role: Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Develop and execute a structured sales strategy to identify and convert new business opportunities
• Manage and grow relationships with existing clients, driving value across the full range of engineering and workshop services
• Build and maintain a robust sales funnel using targeted outreach, sector insights, and CRM tools
• Identify upsell/cross-sell opportunities and build tailored solutions in line with customer needs
• Collaborate closely with technical, operational, and leadership teams to ensure aligned delivery and customer satisfaction
• Track, report, and forecast sales performance and pipeline development in line with business goals

Personal skills The Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Strong B2B sales experience in engineering services, power generation, industrial or technical environments
• A proven track record of both account development and new business generation
• Commercially sharp with experience building and delivering on sales forecasts
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic thinker with the drive to take ownership of results and grow with the business
• Familiarity with workshop services or rotating equipment would be advantageous

Salary and benefits of the Sales Manager role

• Industry competitive salary
• Commission / Bonus scheme
• Pension
• Further full company benefits

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Astute’s Team is partnering with a leading service company to recruit a Mechanical Supervisor to oversee complex field projects, manage teams, and ensure high-quality, safe delivery of mechanical scopes. As Mechanical Supervisor, you'll lead a team of skilled engineers delivering maintenance projects, outages, plant upgrades, inspections, and installation works on industrial clients across the Essex, Kent and London Areas. Working across power stations, energy-from-waste plants, and other industrial sites, you'll be the on-the-ground lead — ensuring project success through strong leadership, exceptional planning, and professional communication with clients.  If you have a strong commercial and sales background, relevant industry experience and looking for a new opportunity then apply for this role. Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Supervisor role Reporting to the Mechanical Director, you will be responsible for:

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical engineers on-site, ensuring safe and effective delivery of work scopes.
• Providing engineering solutions when immediate spares aren't available (retrofitting, reverse engineering or modifying equipment)
• Take ownership of project execution, including HSE, quality assurance, budget oversight, and deliverables.
• Plan, organise, and resource field service projects including outages and shutdowns.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities within current customers to bid for additional work to further grow the business and add value to the relationship.
• Ensure compliance with company and site-specific safety and quality standards.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Time Served Apprenticeship in a Mechanical Engineering field
• Strong experience working with rotating equipment such as Steam Turbines, Gas Turbines and associated equipment
• Experience working in a heavy process environment such as a power station, refinery, chemical plant or paper mill.
• As this is a field based role, a full UK driving licence is a necessity

Personal skills The Mechanical Supervisor role would suit someone who has:

• Extensive experience in a technical capacity as a Supervisor or Team Leader
• Industry relevant experience working on heavy mechanical industrial plant
• Business knowledge to identify opportunities to maximise revenue
• Proven experience in managing work packages and work scopes

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Supervisor role

• Industry competitive salary
• Company Vehicle
• Overtime
• Pension
• Bonus opportunity
• Further full company benefits

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Astute’s Team is partnering with a leading service company to recruit an Accounts Assistant based from their workshop in Brentwood, Essex. As Accounts Assistant you will be supporting with the day to day duties relating to Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable tasks including administration of invoices, preparing payment runs, reconcile supplier statements, chase payments and produce debtor reports.  If you have a background in a similar position and looking for a new opportunity then apply for this role. Responsibilities and duties of the Accounts Assistant role: Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for

• Process supplier invoices and match them to POs and delivery notes
• Prepare and manage weekly/monthly supplier payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate AP ledgers
• Generate and issue customer invoices based on project milestones
• Monitor incoming payments and follow up on overdue balances
• Allocate payments and reconcile customer accounts
• Liaise with suppliers and clients to resolve invoice and payment queries
• Support project costing by tagging transactions to correct codes
• Assist with month-end processes including accruals and revenue recognition
• Contribute to cash flow forecasting with up-to-date AP/AR data

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Relevant qualifications in administration, finance or business

Personal skills The Accounts Assistant role would suit someone who has:

• Prior experience in administration or a similar role
• Experience working with MS suite and Finance / Payroll Software

Salary and benefits of the Accounts Assistant role

• Salary up to £25,000 (DOE)
• Pension
• Further full company benefits

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Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a company who provide maintenance solutions and technical support to large process plants including Power Stations, CHP Plants, Petrochemical and Aggregate Production Facilities to recruit an Electrical Field Service Engineer The role involves travelling to various sites in the Essex and East London area and providing technical support on the maintenance and overhaul of equipment The Electrical Field Service Engineer role comes with a salary up to £42,000 + overtime, van, laptop and phone If you’re an Electrical Field Service Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that a role that combines technical challenges, diverse industry exposure, and a supportive team environment then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Field Service Engineer role Reporting to the Electrical Field Service Engineer you will:  

• The maintenance, repair and overhaul on a variety equipment such as; Motors, Control Panels, Actuators, Transformers, Conveyors and Generators, etc
• Ensuring the maintenance reports and logs are kept up to date
• Ensuring maintenance activities are carried out within defined budgets
• Diagnosing and fault finding of electrical problems
• Ensuring compliance to all health & safety & legal requirements
• Representing the company in a professional manner
• Working as part of a call out rota

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• City & Guilds/ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline
• CompEx trained would be highly desirable
• Previous experience of electrical testing, installation and fault finding

Personal skills   The Electrical Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Servicing and Maintenance experience within similar heavy process industries such as Power Generation, Steel, Cement Works, Paper Mill etc.
• Experience and knowledge of HV systems would be beneficial

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Field Service Engineer role  

• Competitive Salary
• Overtime
• Company van + mobile + laptop
• Pension
• An opportunity to join a growing organisation

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