Dan Grosvenor

Astutes Power Team are working exclusively with Encyclis for an Environmental Manager for a new build Energy from Waste Power Station located in Cheshire. As the facility’s Environmental Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining site wide compliance on all Environmental issues. This role sits within part of a wider HSE team, and you may be expected to support elsewhere within the business. If you have the right skills & experience and want to find out more, please get in touch! Responsibilities and duties: As the Environmental Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Acting as lead point of contact on all environmental issues including liaising with external bodies and regulators.
• Support the H&S Manager with development of HSE safety culture including programs, procedures & processes.
• Managing the Environmental Management System and all associated documentation.
• Creating reports relating to emissions to air, land & water for the Environment Agency in addition to consumable & waste deliveries in/out report.
• Support the Operations Team with dust, noise & odour surveys and environmental monitoring.
• Manage the Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Computer Data Acquisition Systems (CDAS) to ensure compliance with BS 14181:2014.
• Manage the sampling and testing of Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) and Air Pollution Control Residue (APCR).
• Develop & deliver Environmental Training.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally degree qualified in a technical / environmental background
• A NEBOSH certificate qualification is required as a minimum for this position.

Personal skills The Environmental Manager role would suit someone with:

• Strong background in Environmental Science gained in a heavy process or engineering environment. This can include Power Generation, Refineries, Manufacturing, FMCG, Food, Petrochemical etc
• At least five years’ experience in a similar position
• An understanding of permits / compliance would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Emissions and Waste Permits including IBA, APCR, CEMS etc.

Salary and benefits of the Environmental Manager role

• Competitive basic salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Pension
• Healthcare including Bupa & Cash Plan
• Training & Development
• Opportunity to join a brand new Power Station

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Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a well-established biomass energy producer operating an integrated wood pellet manufacturing and biomass power generation facility to recruit a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician (with an electrical bias) for its Invergordon site. The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician role comes with a competitive salary, annual bonus, shift allowance, overtime opportunities and ongoing training and career development within a technically advanced process facility. If you’re an electrically biased Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that are at the forefront of sustainable biomass energy, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Technician role Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will:  

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance across a busy biomass and wood pellet production facility.
• Diagnose faults and repair plant equipment to minimise downtime and maximise operational performance.
• Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Support production teams by responding quickly to breakdowns and ensuring equipment reliability.
• Assist with PLC fault finding, process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete maintenance inspections, testing and servicing in line with the site's planned maintenance programme.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely and in compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Record maintenance activities accurately and contribute to root cause analysis and equipment reliability improvements.
• Work collaboratively with the wider maintenance, production and engineering teams to deliver safe and efficient plant operations.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and maintenance skills.
• Time-served Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias.

Personal skills The Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who is:  

• PLC fault-finding experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, motors and gearboxes is advantageous.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts and outdoors when required.

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Technician role  

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Overtime opportunities at enhanced rates + shift allowance.
• Continental shift pattern.
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Company benefits to be discussed.
• Career progression opportunities within a leading renewable energy business
• Opportunity to work in a modern, continuous process manufacturing environment within the renewable energy sector.

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Astute’s Power Team are working with the developers of a major Waste-to-Energy power generation project in the UK. As part of the operational leadership structure for the facility, they are looking to recruit a Maintenance Manager to take responsibility for maintenance department, focusing on plant availability, reliability and performance.  The new build facility, located in Irvine, North Ayrshire, when complete can produce ~17MW of power through the incineration of ~180,000 tonnes of waste per year. This project is expected to shortly enter commissioning phase and be operational in 2027. The Maintenance Manager will lead the Maintenance Strategy, managing multi-discipline Technicians and ensuring the facility operates in full compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements. If you’re interested and have the right skillset then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Manager role: Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Manage and run the maintenance department comprising of multi skilled engineers and technicians.
• Management of the sites CMMS system implementing planned preventative maintenance requirements whilst ensuring safe and efficient plant operation.
• Plan, manage and execute outage / shutdowns working closely with the site engineers.
• Manage and control maintenance sub-contractors.
• Manage the department’s budget and report on budget performance in line with accounting practices.
• Ensuring all activities are carried out to the highest standard of health and safety.
• Developing the sites maintenance & safety procedures including liaising with the EPC Warranty Team to ensure compliance.
• Take an active part in the plant mobilisation and commissioning activities including staff recruitment and training.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally qualified with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Mechanical biased would be advantageous
• HNC / HND / ONC Engineering qualifications will also be considered with relevant experience
• IOSH or NEBOSH would be advantageous

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

• At least five years maintenance / engineering management experience on a large process plant, ideally Power Generation - Candidates from other sources of Power, Utilities, Refineries, Petrochemical, COMAH etc will also be considered
• Ideally you will have extensive experience of hands on maintenance in power generation, preferably with solid knowledge of pressure parts systems, rotating plant, steam plant and boilers
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc
• Extensive plant outage experience
• Experience in plant mobilisation / seeing plants through commissioning to handover will be deemed highly advantageous.

Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role

• Highly competitive salary (ask for further details)
• Bonus Package
• Pension
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to join a brand new Energy from Waste Plant

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Astute People are currently recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join the maintenance department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. 

This plant can produce up to 45MW of Power by processing up to 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, usually destined for landfill. The Electrical Engineer will play an integral part in ensuring the plants electrical systems are maintained and in working order to ensure maximum plant availability. If you have the right qualifications and experience, please apply.   

What will I be doing? 

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, typical duties will include:

• Leading and managing a team of electrical technicians to ensure the plant is maintained to the highest standard to ensure maximum plant availability
• Holding the position of Senior Authorised Person (SAP) working on both LV and HV electrical systems
• Scheduling, planning and optimising all electrical 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 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. 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally a recognised qualification in electrical engineering at HND/HNC/ONC level or equivalent
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a range of electrical plant including HV switchgear, transformers, motors, generators and variable speed drives etc
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as power generation, steel, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, refining etc.
• Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures 

What’s in it for me?  Successful candidates will receive:

• A highly competitive salary
• A performance related bonus paid quarterly
• Company pension
• A chance to join the growing EFW industry

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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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Electrical Field Service Engineer - Industrial Engineering

Essex & the South East Competitive salary + overtime + van + laptop + phone

 

Introduction…

We are recruiting for an Electrical Field Service Engineer to join a company who provide maintenance solutions and technical support to large process plants including Power Stations, CHP Plants, Petrochemical and Aggregate Production Facilities. 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

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Electrical Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• 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

 

Skills & 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
• 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 & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

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

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 286 and ask to speak to Dan Grosvenor who can tell you more. INDPOW

Astute's Power Team are looking for an EC&I (Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation) Technician to join a large, modern Energy from Waste Power Station located in Bedfordshire. The facility, which is now in full time operations, will provide a vital outlet for the sustainable disposal of over 545,000 tonnes of residual waste per year and will generate over 60 megawatts of low carbon energy - enough electricity to meet the needs of over 112,500 homes. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the EC&I Engineer in performing pre-planned and reactive maintenance of all EC&I assets 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, Control and Instrumentation Technician role: Reporting directly to the EC&I Engineer as an Electrical, Control and Instrument Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Pre-planned and reactive maintenance duties on all electrical, controls and instrumentation assets across the power station
• Fault finding/maintaining mostly electrical system; motors, drives, single phase & three phase equipment, switchgear, high/low voltage plant etc. and Instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level & flow) and control systems
• Calibrating instrumentation
• Conducting continuous improvement activities, plant modifications and design work
• Supervising 3rd party contractors
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices
• Assisting in plant developments and projects
• 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:

• Ideally qualified in a recognised Electrical / C&I apprenticeship in a heavy process industry
• A relevant technical qualification such as an NVQ / ONC / HNC in Electrical, Control or Instrumentation engineering or a similar discipline
• IOSH or NEBOSH would be advantageous

Personal skills The Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Technician role would suit someone who has:

• At least 4 years of hands-on maintenance experience with motors, switchgear, instrumentation (flow, level, pressure, temperature etc) and control systems (SCADA, DCS and PLC)
• 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.
• Experience with High-Voltage equipment such as transformers / switchgear will be advantageous.

Salary and benefits of the Electrical, Control and Instrument Technician role

• Highly competitive salary
• Company Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Overtime
• Full benefits package available

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Astute People are working exclusively with a leading Energy from Waste Operator to recruit an Operations Manager a modern Energy from Waste plant located in Bedfordshire. This facility has capacity to process 657,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating nearly 60MW of power for the surrounding area. We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day Operational activities on site, ensuring key performance indicators are met and that the plant is run in a safe and efficient manner whilst aligning production with the short & long-term strategy of the station. 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 Operations Manager role: Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overall responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the plant
• The day to day management of 20 + operations staff including shift teams and operations day staff
• Ensuring the facility operates and complies within environmental regulations at all times
• Liaising with the Maintenance Manager and other relevant personnel regarding projects maintenance, outages, and programming of plant improvements
• Overseeing 3rd party contractors
• Preparing the annual budget for the operations department for review and work within this budget
• Liaising with company directors and managers as well as external stakeholders
• Working with the Facility Manager and Maintenance Manager in the recruitment of staff
• Deputising for the Facility Manager when required

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant engineering field
• Apprentice trained in an Engineering discipline
• Relevant qualification in Health & Safety such as an IOSH / NEBOSH
• Full UK Driving licence

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

• At least five years operational / engineering management experience on a large process plant, ideally Power Generation - Candidates from other sources of Power, Utilities, Refineries, Petrochemical, COMAH etc will also be considered
• At least five years in a senior position with supervisory experience as well as budget / commercial experience (forecasting, P/L, contract management).

  Salary and benefits of the Operations Manager role

• Highly competitive salary (ask for further details)
• Bonus Package
• Pension
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to join a modern Energy from Waste Plant

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Astute's Power Team are working with a leading Waste Management company to recruit a multi-skilled maintenance technician to join a recycling process facility in Wrexham. As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance across both mechanical and electrical equipment. This role covers a 2 shift system working 6am – 2pm or 2pm – 10pm with an additional 6 hours every other Saturday as overtime (6am -12pm). If you have the right skills & experience and want to find out more, please get in touch! Responsibilities and duties: As the Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out both reactive and planned maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Supporting with breakdown repairs to maximise plant availability.
• Carrying out plant inspections to ensure plant safety.
• Reporting and investigating breakdowns, incidents, damage and faults.
• Supporting with process improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring all work is in accordance with health, safety and environmental standards and compliance.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally apprenticeship trained in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field.
• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification
• IOSH would be advantageous

Personal skills The Maintenance Technician role would suit someone with:

• At least three years experience post apprenticeship
• Hands on experience with electrical assets including PLC’s, drives, motors, inverters etc
• Hands on experience with mechanical assets including conveyors, balers, trommels, belts, gearboxes etc
• Competent with IT systems including maintenance systems (CMMS)
• Able to work mixture of early and late shifts and occasional weekend work

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Technician role

• Competitive basic salary
• Guaranteed overtime
• Quarterly bonus
• Full benefits (please ask for details)

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