Arjun Patel

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 exclusively partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Control Systems Engineer to work across their fleet of gas-fired power stations. Being based in the Midlands will be advantageous but if you are happy to travel across England, this will be fine. The vital Control Systems Engineer role comes with a basic salary of £52,000 - £58,000 + bonus + mileage expenses when travelling to the other sites + benefits. If you’re an experienced Control Systems Engineer 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 EC&I Manager, you will be responsible for:  

• Establish yourself as the primary expert on control systems within the company, gaining knowledge of various systems.
• Identify and resolve the root causes of equipment failures to prevent recurring issues.
• Create and maintain records, documentation, and logs detailing system performance, faults, repairs, and tests.
• Analyse log file data to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Support EC&I Technicians and Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting control system-related issues.
• Report any observed issues or concerns at the plant while on-site.
• Be open to frequent travel across the UK and occasional international trips when required.
• Foster strong working relationships with external control system engineering partners.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the EC&I Manager or other senior management

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally a formal engineering qualification in a relevant discipline such as electrical, controls and instrumentation, etc
• A full UK driving licence is a necessity given the nature of the role

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Control Systems Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• A strong and comprehensive understanding of control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA/DCS, networks, servers, drives, and data management.
• Experience in design and develop detailed layouts, control panel configurations, and wiring schematics for control system upgrades and modifications.
• Experience with programming and modifying PLC codes, with required expertise in GE Fanuc Machine Edition and Siemens SIMATIC S7/WinCC, while experience with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 and Woodward GAP is desirable.
• Implement graphical modifications to HMI applications.
• Worked with industrial communication protocols such as Serial interfaces, Profibus, Ethernet, and Modbus.
• Effectively diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Possess a basic understanding of compressible flow dynamics (e.g., natural gas, air) and experience diagnosing faults in field equipment, including instrumentation, actuators, and motors.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), particularly in managing work orders, job planning, and purchasing.

    Salary and benefits of the Control Systems Engineer role  

• A starting basic salary of between £52,000 - £58,000
• Bonus
• Private medical
• Life assurance
• Mileage expenses when travelling to sites other than base location
• Option for electric vehicle through salary sacrifice (post probation)

 

 

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a major waste management and energy company to recruit for Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation (EC&I) Technicians to join their brand new Energy from Waste Power Station in Essex.   The vital EC&I Technician role comes with a salary between £45,000 - £50,000 + 6% call out allowance (on basic salary) + overtime + bonus + excellent benefits. If you’re an EC&I 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 EC&I Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for:  

• Carrying out fault finding, planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance activities on all EC&I assets to maximise plant availability including pressure, level, temperature and flow sensors and control systems (DCS, PLCs) and electrical equipment.
• Assisting during major maintenance periods, shutdowns, outages etc. when required to ensure maximum plant availability and efficiency.
• Working alongside other technicians in the maintenance team in diagnosing faults and assisting/suggesting equipment upgrades
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS
• Supervising and directing on site contractors when required
• Working closely with the EPC team during the commissioning phase of the plant through to full operations
• Working within the company health, safety and environmental processes and procedures at all times.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally have an NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering discipline such as Electrical & Engineering, Measurement and Control, etc.
• A health and safety qualification such as an IOSH will be highly advantageous

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

• Hands-on maintenance experience gained in a heavy process environment such as Power Generation (EfW, CHP, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, etc)
• Experience working with motors, variable speed drives, switchgears, PLC systems, etc.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)
• This role will be suitable for Royal/Merchant Navy Marine Engineers who are considering a move into the Power Generation sector
• Experience working with HV equipment will be highly advantageous

    Salary and benefits of the EC&I Technician role

• A basic salary between £45,000 - £50,000
• 6% Call out allowance payment (on basic salary)
• Overtime
• Performance related bonus
• Excellent company benefits

   

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 market leading energy company to recruit a Health and Safety (H&S) Manager for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Runcorn, Cheshire.  The fundamental Health and Safety Manager role comes with a salary of £49,600 - £58,400 (DoE) + up to 10% Bonus + Benefits. If you’re a H&S Manager 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 Plant Manager you will be responsible for:  

• Auditing and ensuring compliance with licenses, H&S Regulations and specific working plans.
• Reviewing all monitoring data collected and provide guidance and corrective actions on problems identified and preparing monitoring reports and submissions to both external and internal bodies in compliance with permits etc.
• Liaising closely with the SHEQ team to ensure best practice and ensuring timely reporting of incidents and accidents in line with the company regulations.
• You will chair regular safety meetings to discuss issues both ways and act to resolve outstanding/ ascending items at the EFW plant.
• Responsible for managing appropriate actions to prevent environmental breaches or other environmental incidents.
• Ensuring top quality of the management systems are maintained at optimum levels.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A Degree or HND/HNC/ONC or equivalent in a relevant subject would be ideal
• A NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

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

• A strong background in health and safety gained in a heavy process engineering environment such as power station, chemical plants, refinery, or waste/waste management facility.
• Thorough understanding of waste / EFW industry will be highly advantageous.

    Salary and benefits of the Health and Safety Manager role  

• Basic salary of up to £58,400 (depending on experience)
• Up to 10% bonus
• Private healthcare
• Other company benefits

   

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a global company, who specialise with the Energy from Waste industry, to recruit for a Shift Operations Technician to join their new EfW Power Station in Slough, Berkshire. The vital Shift Operations Technician role comes with a salary of c.£48,000 + Bonus + Overtime + Private Medical + Pension + Benefits.  If you’re a Shift Operations 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 Shift Team Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Using a DCS system you will be required to start, stop and monitor turbines, 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:  

• 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 desired

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Shift Operations Technician 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 Operations Technician role

• A salary of c.£48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance)
• Overtime
• Bonus
• Private medical
• Other benefits

   

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading company, within the Energy from Waste sector, to recruit for a Site Facility Manager to join the construction project on a 30-month fixed term contract basis.    The vital Site Facility Manager role comes with a basic salary of up to £65,000 + private medical + benefits    If you’re an experienced Site Facility Manager, with experience working on construction sites, apply for the role with your updated CV today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Senior Facility Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Lead compliance efforts related to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) while overseeing site infrastructure.
• Ensure the project is delivered on time and to a high standard by managing contractors effectively.
• Supervise the setup, operation, and decommissioning of site infrastructure, including utilities, personal protective equipment (PPE), and waste management.
• Coordinate procurement, suppliers, and contractors to meet project requirements within budget and schedule constraints.
• Conduct and oversee site inspections, including Mechanical & Electrical Completion tests, ensuring accurate documentation of deviations and claims.
• Work closely with the Site Manager, providing regular updates on site activities and sharing insights for continuous improvement in future projects.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally a degree or relevant qualification in Facilities Management or Construction
• A Project Management certificate will be highly advantageous

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Site Facility Manager role would suit someone who has:  

• Prior experience working in a facilities management role on a construction site
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ legal and management requirements, with relevant safety certifications (SSSTS, SCC, Safepass, CSCS, or CCNSG).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with experience in SharePoint, SAP, and Primavera

    Salary and benefits of the Site Facility Manager role

• A starting basic salary between £55,000 - £65,000
• Private medical
• Other benefits

   

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a major waste management and energy company to recruit for a Mechanical Technician to join their brand new Energy from Waste Power Station in Essex.   The vital Mechanical Technician role comes with a salary between £45,000 - £50,000 + 6% call out allowance (on basic salary) + overtime + bonus + excellent benefits. 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 Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for:  

• Carrying our fault finding, planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance activities on mechanical assets including steam boilers, pumps, gearboxes, valves, 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
• Working closely with the EPC Team during commissioning phase into full operations
• 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 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.
• Royal/Merchant Navy Marine Engineers will also be considered
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

    Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role  

• A basic salary between £45,000 - £50,000
• 6% Call out allowance payment (on basic salary)
• Overtime
• Performance related bonus
• Excellent company benefits

   

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, who specialise with the Energy from Waste (EfW) industry, to recruit for a Mechanical Technician to join their Energy from Waste Power Station in Avonmouth, Bristol. The vital Mechanical Technician role comes with a basic salary of £45,774 + Overtime + Call out payments + up to 10% Bonus + benefits. If you’re an experienced 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 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.
• Royal/Merchant Navy Marine Engineers will also be considered for this opportunity

    Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role  

• A starting basic salary of £45,774
• Up to 10% Bonus
• Overtime
• Call out payments
• Other benefits