Arjun Patel

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 Avonmouth, Bristol.    The vital Plant Manager role comes with a highly competitive basic salary + excellent benefits package which can be discussed. 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 highly competitive basic salary
• Bonus
• Excellent benefits package

   

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a major waste management and energy company to recruit for a Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader to join their new Energy from Waste Power Station in Essex.   The vital Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role comes with a competitive basic salary + bonus + benefits. If you’re a Mechanical Engineer/Team Leader, or an experienced 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 Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for:  

• Leading a team of mechanical 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.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally a HNC qualification in a relevant engineering discipline such as Mechanical Engineering
• A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH would be advantageous

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role would suit someone who has:  

• Proven supervisory / management experience in a heavy process engineering environment such as Power Generation, COMAH sites, Paper Mills, Pharmaceutical sites, FMCG, etc
• Experience in maintaining and working on a variety of mechanical equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as PSSR

    Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader role  

• Competitive Basic Salary
• On call allowance paid as a % of salary
• Performance related bonus
• Other company benefits

   

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

 

 

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company to recruit for a Health and Safety Officer work at their sites in Derby, Peterborough and Birmingham (you will be based at the closest site to your address).   The vital Health and Safety officer role comes with a basic salary of £45,000 - £50,000 + private medical + bonus + EV scheme + other excellent benefits. If you’re an experienced Health and Safety Professional 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 Environment, Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Review and modify existing policies and procedures to align with client requirements and ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety Legislation.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of policies and procedures to meet various regulatory obligations.
• Track adherence to current policies and procedures, reporting any non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
• Conduct routine site visits to perform audits and facility inspections.
• Develop training materials and deliver sessions for relevant employees.
• Support site teams in drafting risk assessments and safe work procedures.
• Investigate incidents and significant near misses, analyse accident trends, and propose proactive strategies for improvement.
• Assist with onboarding new employees by addressing necessary training requirements.
• Offer guidance and support on all health and safety matters within the organization.
• Communicate with regulatory authorities when necessary to resolve compliance concerns.
• Maintain and fulfil internal and external reporting obligations.
• Conduct risk management via thorough risk assessments
• Deputise for the EHS manager during times of absence

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH is a necessity
• A full UK driving licence is a necessity given this is a travelling role

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Health and Safety Officer role would suit somebody who has:

• Significant Health and Safety experience in a heavy process engineering environment (Power, Renewables, Paper Mills, Pharmaceutical, FMGC, COMAH sites, etc)
• A good understanding of legislative requirements relating to health and safety
• Experience liaising with the HSE will be advantageous
• A flexible working approach as the role will involve travel between sites

    Salary and benefits of the Health and Safety Officer role

• A starting basic salary of up to £50,000
• Bonus
• Private medical cover
• EV scheme
• Mileage expenses when travelling to sites other than base location
• Other excellent benefits

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a reputable company, within the Waste Management / Energy sector, to recruit for a Mechanical Technician to join their Energy from Waste Power Station in Slough, Berkshire. The vital Mechanical Technician role comes with a salary of £54,000 + up to 20% bonus + Private medical (family cover) + overtime + other benefits. If you’re a Mechanical Technician 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 Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including steam boilers, pumps, gearboxes, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics, compressed air systems, 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 Computerised Maintenance Management System  (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 qualification in a relevant engineering discipline such as Mechanical Engineering
• A MIG qualification would be ideal
• A health and safety qualification such as an IOSH will be highly advantageous

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Mechanical Technician role would suit someone who has:

• Hands on maintenance experience with mechanical systems including, boilers, pumps, 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.
• Any fabrication/welding experience will be highly advantageous but not a necessity
• Royal/Merchant Navy Marine Engineers will also be considered for this opportunity

    Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role

• A salary of £54,000
• Up to 20% Bonus
• Overtime
• Private healthcare (family cover)
• Other benefits

INDPOW

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