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Gemma Nixon

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
4.75
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Jobs
Office & Logistics Assistant
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit an Office and Logistics Administrator for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. This role offers the chance to support a busy project environment, managing procurement, facilities, and administrative operations that keep major nuclear infrastructure projects running smoothly. The Office and Logistics Administrator role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector. This role requires being on-site in Seascale. If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Office and Logistics Administrator role Reporting to the Commercial Manager you will: ย 
  • Manage procurement of plant, materials, and logistics, ensuring compliance with company procedures and budgetary controls
  • Maintain SAP records and produce regular reports on plant hire, materials, and site overheads
  • Co-ordinate temporary and permanent material orders, deliveries, and call-offs
  • Oversee facilities management for the project office, including security, cleaning, canteen services, and utilities
  • Manage the project vehicle fleet, including maintenance, reporting, and compliance with manufacturer requirements
  • Ensure all activities comply with HSQE regulations and company procedures
  • Support site set-up, including offices, utilities, and welfare arrangements
  • Provide proactive administrative support to project teams, facilitating smooth operations
  • Assist with collaborative working practices in line with company procedures
This role is working on-site in Seascale and will require a flexible working attitude. ย  Professional qualifications ย  We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • Experience in procurement, logistics, or facilities management within construction or nuclear projects
  • Proficiency with SAP or similar systems for reporting and record keeping Strong understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance in a project environment
  • Knowledge of commercial vehicle and plant management processes
ย  Personal skills ย  The Office and Logistics Administrator role would suit someone who is: ย 
  • Highly organised and detail focused
  • A clear and confident communicator
  • Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive and able to work both independently and within a team
Salary and benefits of the Senior Estimator role ย 
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
  • Career development within a growing organisation
  • Additional company benefits and pension package
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Business Development Manager - Chemicals
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Oxford โ€“ Field based around the South. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package ย  ย  Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their water treatment chemicals business, operating across the North, selling water treatment chemical solutions and services to a number of key industrial clients. ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the companyโ€™s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will includeโ€ฆ
  • Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
  • Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
  • Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
  • Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
  • Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
  • Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
  • Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speakerย or promote the business.
Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder. ย  ย  ย  Skills & Qualifications Candidates should have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with some knowledge of selling technical solutions, chemicals or water treatment services to industrial customers. Due to the technical nature of the role, candidates should hold a Science, Environmental or Engineering Degree or be qualified by experience. Sales experience within the market is not critical, although your personal attributes will need to demonstrate that you are someone who will drive the business forward selling water treatment chemical solutions in this market. Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is essential. ย  ย  Salary & Package
  • Basic salary up to ยฃ50,000
  • Company Vehicle
  • Commission Scheme โ€“ Uncapped up to 20%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.
ย  ย  How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected] ย or call directly on 02392 222 964. ย  ย  INDREC

Electrical Fitter
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Electrical Fitter

Water Treatment Waterlooville - Field Basedย  Up to ยฃ35,000

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Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Electrician to join one of the leading providers of Water engineering services and solutions across the South. Working as their Electrician, you will join their small but established team based at their head office in Waterlooville, travelling out to client sites carrying out electrical installations, repair and testing work on various water contracts. This will see you working in a hands-on site-based role covering both clean and dirty water projects.

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The Job

Working as the Electrician, you will be responsible forโ€ฆ
  • Preforming electrical installations, refurbishments, repairs, testing and pre-planned maintenance across clean and dirty water projects.
  • Work on client sites across the South, working away and staying where needed.
  • Assisting clients on-site with technical faults or refurbishment projects.
  • Inspect, survey, identify faults and carry out testing on electrical systems and equipment.
  • Working on client sites and within the company workshop as required.
  • Installing and Commissioning new systems and package plant covering both clean and dirty waterย processes.
  • Complete required paperwork for each project to demonstrate installation and testing work has been carried out successfully and accurately.
  • Following set designs and manufacturers installation guides, utilising design drawings and wiring diagrams to complete assigned projects.
  • Survey electrical systems and plans, ensuring compliance with BS7671 requirements and client specific standards.
  • Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
  • Offering after sales technical support.

This is a field-based position requiring a flexible approach to work and the ability to stay away when needed.

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The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to have a background in performing Electrical maintenance / installation/ testing, ideally with experience working in the water industry or on water treatment plants. Control and automation experience would be advantageous.ย  Candidates are expected to be Electrically qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent and will ideally hold 18thย edition and 2391 Test and Inspection. A valid CSCS/ECS is preferable as well as confined space training but this is not essential.ย  Due to the nature of this role, candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and be flexible to travel across the South and stay away.

Whatโ€™s on offer.
  • Basic salary up to ยฃ32,000
  • Company vehicle provided for site work (not sole user)
  • 28 Days holiday (including BH)
  • Competitive Package

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How to apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]


Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s Nuclear Team is partnering with a major infrastructure contractor to recruit a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager for a high-profile project based in Snowdonia ย  The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role comes with a salary of up to ยฃ80,000 dependant on experience and will be based on-site on the project. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation delivering complex infrastructure works in a challenging and highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will take a lead role in driving health, safety and wellbeing standards across site, ensuring best practice is embedded throughout the project lifecycle. If youโ€™re a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager and are looking to work on technically challenging projects with a reputable organisation, then submit your CV to apply today. ย  Responsibilities and duties of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role Reporting to the Project Director, you will: ย 
  • Lead and promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the project
  • Provide expert advice and support to project leadership, managers and supervisors on H&S responsibilities and compliance
  • Ensure all site activities are delivered in line with company procedures, legislation and industry best practice
  • Carry out regular site inspections, audits and surveillance to identify risks and drive continuous improvement
  • Lead and manage accident and incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and preventative actions implemented
  • Monitor and analyse H&S performance data, identifying trends and implementing improvement initiatives
  • Develop and deliver health and safety campaigns, lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement plans
  • Review and approve H&S documentation including plans, procedures and method statements for internal teams and contractors
  • Manage the project induction process, ensuring all personnel receive appropriate onboarding and safety briefings
  • Produce reports and presentations on H&S performance and ensure compliance with project KPIs and stakeholder requirements
ย  Professional qualifications ย  We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • Relevant health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a senior H&S role within construction, infrastructure or engineering projects
  • Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements
  • Experience managing audits, inspections and incident investigations
  • Familiarity with health and safety management systems and site-based processes
ย  Personal skills ย  The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role would suit someone who is: ย 
  • A strong leader with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels
  • Organised and detail focused with a proactive approach to risk management
  • A confident communicator able to challenge and support stakeholders effectively
  • Committed to driving a positive safety culture and continuous improvement
ย  Salary and benefits of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role ย 
  • Competitive salary of around ยฃ80,000 pa
  • Additional company benefits
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Lead Consultant - Civil Nuclear
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading management consultancy across the UK Nuclear industry to recruit an experienced Lead Consultant for the management and delivery of a variety of Civil Nuclear projects in the Southwest. Working as the Lead Consultant, you will lead programme delivery and business growth, making a real impact on key infrastructure in the UK. ย  The Lead Consultant role comes with a salary of ยฃ60,000 - ยฃ85,000 dependant on experience as well as a competitive benefits package. ย  If youโ€™re an experienced Lead Consultant with experience in project management across civil nuclear sites and are looking to work for an organisation at the forefront of the UK nuclear industry, then submit your CV to apply today. ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the senior management team you will: ย 
  • Lead in the delivery of key consultancy projects for a range of civil nuclear clients in the Southwest, offering effective solutions in the programme delivery.
  • Work to build strong relationships with the clients and internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support in the improvement of key project and programme performances in line with client requirements, identifying any opportunities and problems.
  • Discover and develop new business opportunities and possibilities for growth.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of regulators and licence conditions required to work within the civil nuclear sector.
  • Engage with colleagues and the wider team to effectively deliver on project brief, collaborating with others when needed.
  • Any other duties as required.
ย  ย  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • Experience in programme management in the civil nuclear sector.
  • A chartered engineer (or chartered status in progress).
  • Project Management qualified
  • Previous experience managing projects in the nuclear sector is essential to this role.
ย  ย  Personal skills The Lead Consultant role would suit someone who has: ย 
  • Experience in building relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
  • Ability to identify and deliver on business development opportunities.
  • A continuous improvement mindset, he ability to review processes and procedures and add value.
ย  ย  Salary and benefits of the Lead Consultant role ย 
  • Salary ยฃ60,000 to ยฃ85,000 Depending on experience.
  • Enhanced Pension
  • Private healthcare for you and your family
  • Private Dental
  • Opportunities for personal growth and developmentย 
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Deputy Production Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Deputy Production Supervisor

Plastic Recycling

Skelmersdale

Up to ยฃ 38,500 + Package (Shift work- days and nights)

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Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country. As such, they are looking for a strong and experienced Deputy Production Supervisor to join their Plastic Recycling Facility based in Skelmersdale.

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Role Responsibilities

As the Deputy Production Supervisor your responsibilities will be but not limited too;

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  • Supervising direct reports, working alongside the Production Supervisor.
  • Ensuring daily operations of the site is carried out efficiently and in line with company policies
  • Support the team, working safely as part of a team of production operatives to ensure maximum productivity.
  • Operating fixed and mobile plant when needed.
  • Ensure the production and relevant departments within the business to deliver KPIโ€™s ensuring production targets are achieved.
  • Produce weekly and month end information and key statistical data to the Production Manager.

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This is a shift pattern that includes both day and night shiftsโ€“ please only apply if this is suitable.

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The Ideal Candidates

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To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have previous experience working in a production supervisory/ team leader role within a heavy process production environment.

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You will ideally come from industries such as Waste Management, Manufacturing, FMCG and Recycling and have strong leadership qualities to drive and develop a diverse team of production technicians.

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The ideal candidate will also have a thorough understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace with the relevant certifications and qualifications (IOSH), good working knowledge of 24/7 Continuous Production Operations and Polymers Recycling Operations.

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This is a shift pattern that includes both day and night shiftsโ€“ please only apply if this is suitable.

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To Apply

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To apply, please call Sam Belazka on 02392 288 207 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

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Technical Lead Engineer - Diesel Generators
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Technical Lead Engineer- Diesel Generators
  • Bristol, UK
  • Full-time
  • ASSYSTEM Job: Engineering / Technical
  • Type of contract ASSYSTEM: Permanent
  • ASSYSTEM Sector: Nuclear
Company Description

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all. Make your contribution towards the UK achieving our net zero ambitions โ€“ Hinkley Point C (HPC) will be supplying 3,200 MWe of carbon free electricity within the next decade. Assystem are a key multi-framework engineering partner helping to design, construct, and commission the UK's first large-scale nuclear power station in 30 years. You will be joining our expanding team of over 7000 delivering innovative engineering across a spectrum of digital, energy transition and Nuclear technologies such as fusion and modularisation alongside key global large-scale critical Infrastructure projects. Job Description

Key Responsibility:ย 

Supporting the delivery of nuclear power plant operating equipment to the client, from external suppliers, through the following activities:

  • Create/amend technical specifications for new equipment scope, utilising expert inputs where applicable.
  • Perform surveillance and approval of contractor deliverables and design activities.
  • Lead contract technical and project meetings
  • Resolution activities for multi-disciplinary technical issues and queries, including input to/ownership of resolving technical Open Points (OP), interface queries and Design Changes (UKDC).
  • Management of technical specialists to perform review of deliverables and to resolve technical issues.
  • Review and approve contract amendments and exemptions (CTSs, ERs)
  • Liaise with RD and client teams to ensure integration of equipment with interfacing functions/systems/structures.
Qualifications

Profile:

  • Understanding of nuclear process and mechanical interfaces (anchorages, civil work, piping, fluids, radioprotection, safety, systems engineering)
  • Good knowledge of Diesel Engines
  • Capable of producing technical specifications
  • Sound understanding of nuclear processing regulations
  • Experience on the design of the EPR TEP/TEU systems, or other nuclear / safety classified tanks, fluid handling systems and mechanical components.
  • Experience of equipment supply contracts and contract forms such as NEC/FIDIC.ย 
Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. Skills, talent andย our peopleโ€™s ability to dareย are the only thingsย thatย matter !


Civil/ Structural Engineer (Lead, Principal, Senior) - Glasgow
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Business Development Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Business Development Manager

Waste Management

South London

ยฃ35,000 per annum + Car or Car allowance andย Commission

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Introductionโ€ฆ

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Our client is a leading nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling, and technologically driven energy generation services across the UK. Our client is looking for a Business Development Manager to identify and drive new business activities within the commercial and industrial sectors.

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Roles & Responsibilities

As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Developing potential market opportunities and generating leads within the commercial and industrial sectors over telephone, LinkedIn, email campaigns and site visits
  • Understanding of the commercial landscape for developing strong business pipelines, proactively selling profitable new business to achieve and exceed quarterly / annual new business targets.
  • To manage proactively and reactively, the selling of profitable new business within the sales territory and identify new prospect lists for business opportunities
  • Report call, lead, quote, and contract activity on to the Company Operating System
  • Produce and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly personal performance to the Regional Sales Manager

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Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Excellent sales experience, developing, managing, and implementing new business services.
  • Strong desire to exceed and generate business
  • Ability to negotiate and strong selling skills.
  • A full UK driving licence is essential
  • An understanding of the waste industry would be desirable

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Salary & Package

Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:

  • Basic salary of ยฃ35,000 per annum
  • Uncapped commission
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Fantastic company benefits.

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How to Apply

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Electrical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Electrical Technician

Waste Management

Horsham

ยฃ40,000ย  - ยฃ45,000

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Introductionโ€ฆ

Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join their Mechanical Biological Treatment and Anaerobic Digestion facility in Horsham. You will ideally have experience working in a similar environment, in a relevant sector such as Recycling, Waste Management, Water Treatment etc. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business in a stable and everchanging industry.

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Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as an Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Reactive repairs and maintenance on a range of equipment across the site.
  • Preventative maintenance on all electrical systems including pumps, motors, PLCs, control panels etc.
  • Maintaining and servicing controls and instrumentation across the site (flow meters, temperature gauges etc.)
  • Always working to minimise downtime across all equipment site-wide
  • Remaining health and safety focused at all times

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The shift rota for this position is 4 on 4 off including days and nights. Please only apply if this is suitable.

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Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Level 3 minimum Electrical qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ 3)
  • 18th Edition would be desirable
  • Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, anaerobic digestion etc.)
  • Previous health and safety training

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Salary & Package

Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:
  • ยฃ40,000ย  - ยฃ45,000
  • Shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with a mix of days and nights
  • Fantastic pension and holiday allowance
  • Retail and leisure discount scheme
  • Access to all company benefits

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If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.

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