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Arjun Patel

Principal Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
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Project Engineer (Ardley/Beddington)
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Project Engineer to work on their Energy from Waste Power Stations in Bicester and Croydon. The main purpose of the role is to deliver engineering changes to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the plants. The vital Project Engineer comes with a salary of up to c.£75,000 + car allowance + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. This will be a 3-year Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of future opportunities in the wider business. If you’re a Project Engineer, ideally mechanically biased, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will be responsible for:   
  • The main purpose of the role is to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the two ERF facilities
  • Working closely with OEMs, contractors, site teams and central engineering to develop technical solutions
  • Integrate projects into outages
  • Manage contractor performance
  • Ensure all works are complying with safety, quality and compliance standards
  • Attend HAZOP reviews as well as FAT’s/SAT’s which may involve travelling abroad
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: 
  • Ideally HNC qualified, or equivalent, in a relevant engineering discipline
  • A project Management qualification would be desirable
  • An IOSH or NEBOSH Health and Safety Qualification would be desirable
  • A full UK driving licence as there will be travel involved to other sites
    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Project Engineer role would suit someone who has: 
  • Prior engineering/maintenance knowledge in heavy process engineering environments with power being the preference. Other industries may include paper mills, steel works, cement, refineries, etc
  • Good understanding of PSSR legislation
  • Experience in project management practices
  • Experience in managing contractors and delivering complex engineering projects
  • Knowledge of CMMS systems
  • ISO 55001 awareness would be ideal
    Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role
  • A starting salary up to c.£75,000
  • Car allowance  
  • Performance related bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Other excellent benefits
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Project Engineer (Cardiff/Avonmouth)
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Project Engineer to work on their Energy from Waste Power Stations in Avonmouth and Cardiff. The main purpose of the role is to deliver engineering changes to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the plants. The vital Project Engineer comes with a salary of up to c.£75,000 + car allowance + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. This will be a 3-year Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of future opportunities in the wider business. If you’re a Project Engineer, ideally mechanically biased, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will be responsible for:   
  • The main purpose of the role is to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the two ERF facilities
  • Working closely with OEMs, contractors, site teams and central engineering to develop technical solutions
  • Integrate projects into outages
  • Manage contractor performance
  • Ensure all works are complying with safety, quality and compliance standards
  • Attend HAZOP reviews as well as FAT’s/SAT’s which may involve travelling abroad
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: 
  • Ideally HNC qualified, or equivalent, in a relevant engineering discipline
  • A project Management qualification would be desirable
  • An IOSH or NEBOSH Health and Safety Qualification would be desirable
  • A full UK driving licence as there will be travel involved to other sites
    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Project Engineer role would suit someone who has: 
  • Prior engineering/maintenance knowledge in heavy process engineering environments with power being the preference. Other industries may include paper mills, steel works, cement, refineries, etc
  • Good understanding of PSSR legislation
  • Experience in project management practices
  • Experience in managing contractors and delivering complex engineering projects
  • Knowledge of CMMS systems
  • ISO 55001 awareness would be ideal
    Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role
  • A starting salary up to c.£75,000
  • Car allowance  
  • Performance related bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Other excellent benefits
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Shift Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is partnered with a global waste management company, who operate a portfolio of Energy from Waste Power Stations, to recruit a Shift Team Leader for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Birmingham, West Midlands.  The vital Shift Team Leader / Shift Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £66,877.68 + Up to 15% Bonus + Overtime + Benefits. If you’re a Shift 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 Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Day-to-day leadership of the shift operations team who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the plant.
  • Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
  • Managing the sites safety systems including the permit to work system and acting as a HV Senior Authorised Person for the purpose of issuing permits, switching, and carrying out isolations.
  • Providing technical supervision and assistance where necessary for company and contract staff engaged in work.
  • Providing effective training and monitoring of shift staff to ensure personnel are competent to undertake their duties.
  • Providing effective administration and application of safe systems of work and Health and Safety policies
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Have a technical qualification, ideally have a HNC minimum qualification (not a necessity), in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Being HV Senior Authorised Person will be highly advantageous.
  • Ideally have a formal Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH
    Personal skills and prior experience The Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who has:
  • Prior experience working in operations within a heavy process engineering environment such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, OCGT, Coal, etc.), Steelworks, Refineries, COMAH sites, etc.
  • Excellent proven leadership skills
  • Experience working with steam raising plant.
  • Good Knowledge of safe systems of work and health & safety within a power station or similar heavy process environment
    Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role
  • Starting salary of up to £66,877.68 
  • Up to 15% Bonus
  • Overtime 
  • Other excellent benefits. 
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Production Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is exclusively partnered with our client to recruit for a Production Engineer to join a brand-new Energy from Waste Power Station, currently in commissioning phase, in Braintree, Essex. The EfW Power Station will process 595,000 tons of waste per annum to generate 55MW of electricity to export to the National Grid. The vital Production Engineer / Day Shift Team Leader roles come with a competitive salary + bonus + further education allowances + other benefits. If you’re an experienced Production Engineer, and looking to work at a brand-new site, during the commissioning phase through to full operations, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Supporting with all production and operational activities on the plant.
  • Ensuring the safe and efficient operations of the power station within the operational parameters, which will include monitoring the plant via the DCS system.
  • Developing and motivating the production team to ensure operational targets are achieved.
  • Deputising for the Production Manager and providing cover for the Shift Team Leaders when required.
  • Supervising contractors, reviewing RAMS and ensuring all work is carried out in line with company legislation and processes.
  • Identify areas within the plant for improvement to improve efficiency / availability.
  • Ensuring HSE compliance.
  • Working closely with the EPC team during commissioning to gain valuable training.
  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Ideally have an HNC / HND or above qualification in an engineering discipline
  • A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be desirable
Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Production Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, CCGT, Coal, Biomass, CHP), Petrochemicals, Refineries, Paper Mills, etc.
  • Knowledge and experience working with steam generation equipment.
  • Extensive experience working with DCS systems.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and cover for shift staff in times of absence on short notice
Salary and benefits of the Production Engineer role
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Bonus
  • Further education allowance
  • Excellent holidays
  • Other benefits

Shift Operations Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company to recruit a Shift Operations Technician for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Dunbar, East Lothian.     The Shift Operations Technician role comes with starting salary of £47,108 (inclusive of shift allowance) + up to 10% bonus + overtime + private medical + benefits.   If you have experience operating heavy process plant via a DCS/SCADA system and are looking to work for a company who invest in professional development of their employees, then submit your CV to apply today.                    Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Shift Team Leader, you will be responsible for:  
  • Using a DCS system, you will be required to start, stop and monitor the steam turbine, steam boilers, pumps, water treatment plant and more
  • Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures
  • Performing plant walk round and daily checks to ensure equipment is operating correctly and efficiently
  • Monitoring of continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) and perform corrective adjustments to the process when required
  • Providing technical supervision and assistance where necessary for company and contract staff
  • Working within the company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A relevant technical qualification such as an HNC/ONC/NVQ in an engineering discipline is desirable
  • Having authorised person / senior authorised person qualifications will be advantageous
  • A health and safety qualification will be advantageous but not a necessity
    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Shift Operations Technician role would suit someone who has:  
  • Operations / Maintenance experience gained within a heavy process engineering environment such as power generation, paper mills, COMAH sites, steel works, cement, pharmaceutical, etc.
  • Experience in operating a DCS/SCADA system
  • Familiar with safety rules procedures
  • Ex forces engineer will be highly encouraged to apply whether this be Navy, RAF or Army
    Salary and benefits of the Shift Operations Technician role  
  • A salary of £47,018 (inclusive of shift allowance)
  • Overtime
  • Bonus of up to 10%
  • Private medical
  • Other benefits
 

 


Shift Team Leader
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is partnered with our client to recruit for a Shift Team Leader to join a brand-new Energy from Waste Power Station, currently in commissioning phase, in Kelvedon, Essex. The EfW Power Station processes 595,000 tons of waste per annum to generate 55MW of electricity to export to the National Grid. The vital Shift Team Leader role comes with a competitive salary + 30% shift allowance + Bonus + Overtime + further education allowances + other benefits. If you’re a Shift Team Leader, or experienced Operations Technician/Assistant STL, and looking to work at a brand-new EfW Power Station, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:  
  • The day-to-day leadership of a team of the shift operations team who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation the plant including high-pressure steam boilers, turbines, auxiliary plant, etc.
  • Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
  • Maximising waste input and energy production
  • Chairing daily meetings after a shift handover to review health, safety & environmental issues, overnight activities and plans for the shift ahead.
  • Fulfilling the duty of HV Senior Authorised Person for the purpose of issuing permits, switching, and carrying out mechanical and electrical isolations.
  • Working with the maintenance department when required to ensure maximum plant availability.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Ideally have an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification in an engineering discipline
  • A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be desirable
    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Deputy Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who has:  
  • Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, CCGT, Coal, Biomass, CHP), Petrochemicals, Refineries, Paper Mills, etc.
  • Knowledge and experience working with steam generation equipment.
  • Extensive experience working with SCADA/DCS systems.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and cover for shift staff in times of absence on short notice
    Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role  
  • A competitive basic salary
  • 30% shift allowance  
  • Overtime
  • Bonus
  • Further education allowance
  • Excellent holidays
  • Other benefits
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Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Mechanical Technician – Energy from Waste Avonmouth, Bristol Competitive Salary + Benefits     Introduction Astute Technical Recruitment are currently looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join an Energy from Waste power station in Avonmouth, Bristol.    As the Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out inspections, planned and reactive maintenance of all mechanical plant on site.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for:
  • Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical assets which includes equipment such as steam boiler, conveyor systems, gearbox, steam turbines, cranes, pumps, etc.
  • Planning PPM Schedules and reviewing plant defects
  • Update the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) when required
  • Supervise external contractors on site during scheduled maintenance and inspections
  • Carry out root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent faults from reoccurring
    Skills & Qualifications To be considered for the role of Mechanical Engineer role we are looking for someone with the following criteria (essential):
  • A recognised engineering apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification such as a HND/HNC/NVQ Level 3, etc in a Mechanical discipline
  • At least 2 years’ experience working in a heavy process engineering environment such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, etc), COMAH site, Refinery, Paper Mill, etc.
  • Royal Navy Marine Engineers from LET Level and above will be suitable for this position too and submariners with steam generation experience will be advantageous
  • Experience working with CMMS systems
    Salary & Package We are offering a competitive salary and benefits package for the Mechanical Engineer vacancy as follows:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Excellent benefits package including Bonus, Pension, Holidays etc
  • Opportunity to join a new Energy from Waste Power Station
    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 288 286 to speak to Dan Grosvenor who can tell you more.     INDPOW

Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Mechanical Technician – Energy from Waste Power Station Ardley, Oxfordshire £46,144 + Home Counties living allowance + 10% Bonus + Overtime + Benefits     About the role: Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market leading Energy company to recruit a Mechanical Technician for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Ardley, Oxfordshire. The crucial Mechanical Technician role comes with a basic salary of £44,013, a partial shift allowance of £2,131 (when working on call 1 in 4 weeks) + a home counties living allowance + overtime + 10% Bonus. If you’re a Mechanical Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Mechanical Engineer you will be:
  • Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including pumps, gearboxes, valves, steam boilers, etc.
  • Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices
  • To ensure compliance with the pressure regulations and lifting gear inspection requirements
  • 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:
  • Ideally have an NVQ Level 3 minimum in a relevant engineering discipline such as Mechanical Engineering
    Prior experience and skills: The Mechanical Technician role would suit someone who is:
  • Prior experience of hands-on maintenance with mechanical systems including pumps rotating equipment, compressors, gearboxes, cranes, steam boilers, 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:
  • Basic salary of £44,013
  • Partial Shift allowance of £2,131
  • Home counties living allowance (details can be discussed)
  • Up to 10% Bonus
  • Overtime
  • Other benefits
    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected]  or call 02392 288 282 to speak to Arjun Patel who can tell you more.   INDPOW

Plant Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Plant Manager to join their modern Energy from Waste Power Station in Bicester, Oxfordshire.    The vital Plant Manager role comes with a salary of c.£90,000 + £2,694 location living allowance per annum + car allowance + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. If you’re a Plant Manager, or experienced Operations/Engineering Manager, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for:   
  • Ensuring the facility is operated efficiently and that all performance targets are met or exceeded.
  • Managing the site O&M team & third-party contractors, ensuring the plant is run in a safe & efficient manner, in compliance with all internal & external standards & legislation.
  • Oversee plant improvement opportunities to increase plant availability and reduce ongoing costs.
  • Development of the O&M strategy on site, including the implementation and execution of planned / unplanned maintenance activity, outages and day to day operations.
  • Managing HSE, Quality and Environmental systems in accordance with OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
  • Managing the site’s budgets and taking financial responsibility for the plant.
  • Ensure that the businesses operating model is implemented across the facility.
  • Tracking costs for capital project and outages.
  • Managing and developing site personnel.
  • Reporting on QEHS, Financial, Operations and Maintenance issues.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: 
  • Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant engineering field
  • Would be highly beneficial to have an IOSH or NEBOSH Health and Safety Qualification
    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Plant Manager role would suit someone who has: 
  • Prior senior management experience within a heavy process engineering environment such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, etc), Refineries, Petrochemicals, COMAH sites, etc.
  • Excellent leadership skills with proven experience in successfully achieving plant KPI’s.
  • Familiar with Engineering standards and legislation such as PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc.
  • Budget/Commercial/Strategic experience.
    Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role
  • A basic salary of c.£90,000
  • £2,694 location allowance per annum
  • Bonus
  • Car allowance
  • Private healthcare
  • Other excellent benefits

Civil Project Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a well-established Energy company to recruit a Civil Project Manager in the Southeast to look after major projects in Essex and Kent. This will be on a 36-month fixed-term-contract basis. The vital Civil Project Manager role comes with a competitive salary + benefits package. If you’re a Civil Project Manager 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 Civil Project Manager role Reporting to the Project Director, you will be:  
  • Project Management for the upcoming civil investments, mostly being part of a project team
  • Overseeing all design / architecture, planning, permits, specification and tendering of Civils Works packages.
  • Oversee assessment of bids from contractors and final selection
  • Supervising construction activities (Quality Assurance) on large civil projects which includes an Energy from Waste Power Station
  • Managing on site compliance and documentation of all issues this includes CDM Regulations, Health & safety and industry regulations.
  • Management of Contractors on site.
  • Supporting Commercial Managers with Claims Management, CapEx reports and forecasting / cost analysis.
  • Monitor the progress of work against the contract programme
  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Ideally degree educated in Civil Engineering (would look at HNC/HND)
  • A health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH is desired
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Personal Skills, knowledge and experience The Civil Project manager role would suit someone who has:
  • Prior experience either with Client or EPC Teams on large civil infrastructure projects (Power, Data Centres, Refinery, Oil and Gas, etc)
  • Exposure to pre-construction works from design, tender and planning / permitting of projects.
  • Experience in managing full site teams (multi-discipline)
  • Budgetary experience (full construction programme)
Salary and benefits of the Civil Project Manager role
  • Competitive basic salary
  • Bonus
  • Other benefits

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