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Gemma Nixon

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
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Industrial Services Manager
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Industrial Services Manager

Hazardous Waste / Industrial Services

Paisley

£35,000 – 40,000 + Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an experienced on-site Industrial Services Manager to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists working within the Hazardous Waste sector across the UK. They are looking for an Industrial Services Manager to join their established team at their facility in Paisley, to support their hazardous waste treatment operations and industrial cleaning services to a number of clients across the north. This will be managing the daily running of its industrial service teams both on-site and off-site.

 

The Role

Working as the Industrial Services Manager, you will be responsible for delivering ongoing performance of the industrial service operations, including:
  • Daily management of the industrial services team, ensuring all work is completed in line with customer requirements., contract agreements and business processes.
  • Managing the safe, compliant and commercially sound day to day running of a busy industrial services team, driving operations in line with regulations, permits and operating licenses.
  • Managing performance and growth in line with company targets, ensuring customer service excellence is always achieved.
  • Monitoring resource plans against predicted workloads, projects and commercial requirements. Ensuring the team achieves against business plans and budgets.
  • Continued development of the industrial services operations, building growth strategies in line with sales activity and projected work.
  • Market knowledge on competitor developments in relation to technologies, projects, equipment and trends.
  • Hands-on involvement where required to support the jetting team and services team both at Paisley and across 3rd party sites.
  • Ensuring all assets (equipment, vehicles and plant) is maintained and operating effectively, working with maintenance teams or reporting issues where necessary.  
  • Any other duties as required.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates must have previous operations management experience working within the Industrial Services or Hazardous Waste industry, with strong knowledge of the Industrial Services sector.

Candidates should have demonstrable success developing industrial service solutions and have an in-depth understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance, ideally holding an IOSH or NEBOSH certification.

Candidates will ideally be UHPWJ / HPWJ certified or have a good understanding of high-pressure water jetting services.

Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and have a flexible attitude to work.

 

What’s on offer
  • Basic Salary up to £40,000
  • Competitive package
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

 

To Apply

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

 


Laboratory Technician - Quality Control
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Laboratory Technician – Quality Control           

Skelmersdale

Salary starting £38,156

 

Introduction…

We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to join on the of UK’s leading Waste Management specialists to support their polymer and water effluent Quality Control team.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Day to day running of the laboratory
  • Polymer sample testing and analysis
  • Water and effluent sample testing and analysis
  • Working in line with production targets

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Degree or equivalent in a Science Discipline
  • Knowledge of laboratory testing equipment
  • Previous experience in an industrial/production environment
  • IT skills including MS Office

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • Starting salary £38,156
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Enhanced pension scheme

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391669 and ask to speak to Sophie who can tell you more.

Mechanical Plant Fitter
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Mechanical Fitter Waste Transfer Station Barking- Essex £19.74 per hour   Introduction Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join their maintenance team at their waste transfer station in Barking.   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:
  • Hands on maintenance across the site on both fixed and mobile plant including compactors, shredders and on-site conveyor systems.
  • Maintaining pumps, motors, gearboxes, stirrers, mixers, and all associated plant.
  • Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site as well as installations.
  • Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure efficiency and minimum downtime across the site.
  • Stay on top of site stock and spares.
  • Other duties as required.
  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A relevant qualification in an Mechanical engineering discipline, HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, manufacturing)
  • Experience of working on heavy industrial machinery including pumps, conveyors, optical sorters, compactors, loading plant etc.
  How to Apply  To apply for this position, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon on [email protected] or call me directly on 02392 222 964.

Site Chemist
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Senior Site Chemist Hazardous Waste

West Bromwich £25,000- £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Senior Site Chemist to work with one of the UK’s leading waste management service providers who focus on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective sampling, testing and analysis of the waste on-site to ensure safe and compliance processing at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:

  • Supporting in the supervision of a team of on-site Chemists, assisting with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off-site are consistently safe and are compliant in-line with site permits and environmental regulations.
  • Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
  • Assisting with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
  • Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
  • Utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
  • Work to meet site and laboratory targets for processing.
  • Ensuring house-keeping requirements are maintained and continuous improvement programmes supported.
  • Undertake all administration tasks as needed such as chemist check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets etc.
  • Other tasks as needed.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates must have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

Candidates should have experience working in a Site-based Chemist role or working within an industrial lab with a good understanding of the Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste industry.

This role will require you to work in a hands-on operational capacity outdoors in all weather conditions.

What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary £25,000- £30,000
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Maddy Smith on 03333 074 887 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]


Business Development Manager - Chemicals
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Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Oxford – Field based around the South. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package     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.                        Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the company’s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will include…
  • 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 speaker or promote the business.
Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder.       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.     Salary & Package
  • Basic salary up to £50,000
  • Company Vehicle
  • Commission Scheme – Uncapped up to 20%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.
    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDREC

Transfer Station Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Transfer Station Chemist

Waste Management

Middlesbrough

£22,000 - £25,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Transfer Station Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Transfer Station Chemist, you will be responsible for taking and analysing hazardous waste samples on-site to ensure safe and compliant waste is processed at all times.

 

The Job

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
  • Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
  • Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
  • Providing services to customers to enable wastes to be assessed, priced and collected
  • Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
  • Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
  • Assist with the daily/weekly plan for the operational areas and laboratory, adapt to the unplanned and unexpected to deliver targets, KPI’s and other requirements.
  • Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
  • Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
  • Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

 

Some knowledge of hazardous waste or industrial chemistry would be beneficial as well as previous experience working in a site-based role or in an industrial hands-on environment.

 

This role would suit someone looking to further their career within the chemical sector and an interest in moving into the waste management industry. A NEBOSH certificate or IOSH H&S qualification would also be beneficial. 

 

What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary of £22,000 - £25,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

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

Principal Electrical Design Engineer
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  • TERMS: permanent
This role will be embedded on Fazlane. Based on Fazlane 4 days a week minimum. Will be electrical. If we get anyone not from saudia, arabia, eygpt, turkey that would be great. Dont need DV/ Need SC. Rates for salary - Up to late £70's for a Principal Engineer plus car allowance. Principle is 64 - 77,750 + 4290 car allowance. Big gap between junior principal to senior principle. May look at Senior as this finishes at bottom end of principle. Senior Engineer -  Mid 50's- mid 60's.    Company description

 

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

Every day, our 7,500 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. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all Job description

 

Your Mission:

We are seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to bolster the technical capabilities of one of our major client's Design Authority (DA) near Helensburgh. This role is ideal for candidates with Electrical Design experience, but those with backgrounds in Electrical Installation or Maintenance are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • ?? Deliver technical excellence in specifying, producing, and assessing design packages for infrastructure.
  • ? Specify reliability and operational constraints for electrical infrastructure systems.
  • ? Assess work control procedures for infrastructure maintenance.
  • ?? Evaluate infrastructure design, material state, and ageing mechanisms to ensure continuous operation of facilities and utilities.
  • ?? Promote a strong safety and security culture across all activities.
  • ? Ensure safety-related contracts meet all requirements by acting as an intelligent customer.

Position Requirements:

Essential:

  • ? Broad experience in electrical engineering, with expertise in HV/MV distribution, LV distribution, protection systems, C&I systems, electrical machines (synchronous motors, frequency changers, diesel alternators).
  • ?? Experience in the nuclear or other high-hazard industries (preferred but not essential).
  • ? Ability to create practical, creative, and cost-effective solutions for design modifications of plant and infrastructure.
  • ? Strong knowledge of British and international design standards.
  • ? Proven track record of making evidence-based decisions using various data sources.
  • ?? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • ? Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload.

If you’re a skilled electrical engineer ready to take on high-impact projects in a safety-critical environment, we’d love to hear from you! ? Apply today!

Qualifications

 

What you will need:

  • HNC or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Detailed knowledge of the Design Intent for Electrical Infrastructure in the nuclear industry or similar industry

Desirable:

  • Incorporated Engineer status or equivalent experience and standing
  • Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
Additional information

 

Why join the community of Switchers?:

? The Group is currently ranked Third in the world for nuclear engineering.

?A dynamic career management policy to enable our employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions

?Provide opportunities to work on exciting, global projects

?Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text

?Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs

At Assystem, we celebrate diversity and creativity. We believe in harnessing unique perspectives to shape innovative solutions. Your skills and daring spirit are what truly matter. Join us and help shape the future! ?

Sole UK national with SC due to the nature of background and supporting information that is required access to.

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Commercial Director
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Commercial Director
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    Maximum Salary (£) depending on experience.

    75896

     

    (Please do not advertise the salary for any of our roles)

     

     

    Commercial Director

     

    Based at our Lane End, High Wycombe Office

     

    Permanent, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours per week

     

    Comprehensive pension scheme, life assurance cover, company vehicle/car allowance

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    Are you a Commercial Director or an aspiring Commercial Director looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and rapidly growing global company, who can offer you structured progression opportunities and flexible benefits? Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet?

     

    If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well respected water technologies company, where you will play a pivotal role in being responsible for planning, developing and implementing commercial strategy based on company objectives of supporting and accelerating the growth. At ELGA LabWater (ELW), we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

     

    The area of responsibilities would require expertise in:

    • Developing, planning and implementing commercial plans and strategies. 

    • Always striving to accelerate and encourage company's  success.

    • Implement new customer acquisition strategies.

    • Manage existing client relationships.

    • Collaborate with  diverse teams such as marketing and R&D.

    • Contribute to the Product Development road map.

    • Establish and manage long-term relationships with stakeholders.

    • Understand the requirements of existing customers. 

    • Track, measure and analyse commercial metrics using KPIs.

    • Lead the Sales team in place.

     

    General requirements for the role:

    • Master degree, Bachelor degree in business development and management 

    • MA in business administration, similar relevant field

    • Equivalent educational background

     

    What’s next?

    If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

     

    Our promise to you

    We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you will receive a company vehicle/car allowance and bonus. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy or sell days), our market leading pension and share scheme, a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses - as we’d like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

     

    Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come!


Project Engineer
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Piping Calculations Engineer
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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a joint venture working on the Hinkley Point C project in Bristol to recruit a Piping Calculations Engineer for its Bristol office. The Piping Calculations Engineer is business critical and will play a pivotal role in contributing to the completion of the HPC design phase role comes with a salary ranging from £40,000 up to £55,000 dependant on experience. If you’re a Piping Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation spearheading the design phase of the HPC project, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the you will:  
  • Conduct detailed piping flexibility and support calculations using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
  • Perform mechanical analysis of piping networks to verify compliance with applicable design codes and standards.
  • Identify and propose technical solutions when sizing or flexibility criteria are not satisfied.
  • Develop and produce comprehensive technical assessment and calculation notes.
  • Prepare loading description reports in coordination with system engineering activities.
  • Validate civil work interfaces, equipment nozzle loads, and layout modifications, ensuring seamless integration with structural and mechanical systems.
  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of calculation tools, procedures, and methodologies.
  • Provide technical support and expertise to other engineers within the team and across international interfaces.
  • Ensure all deliverables meet quality, safety, and project schedule requirements.
      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • PhD or Degree in Mechanics or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
  • Strong expertise in mechanical simulation, particularly finite element analysis (FEA).
  • Strong understanding of piping stress analysis, materials, and structural mechanics.
  • Hands-on experience with finite element tools.
  • Familiarity with UK design standards and regulatory processes.
  • Proficiency in ANSYS and special piping component calculations (fixed points, endplates).
  • Experience with RSTAB, BEAM STRESS, and support calculations and CALTUY/Pipestress software.  
  • Knowledge of RCC-M code (section C3650) and damage modes.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in piping calculation.
If you are a motivated engineer looking to take on challenging and rewarding projects, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our innovative and international team.       Salary and benefits of the Piping Calculations Engineer role  
  • Basic salary £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
  • 25 days annual leave per year raising to 28 (x1 day for 2 years service)
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Private & family health care schemes
  • Other benefits including employee assistance programmes, income protection and professional memberships (1 per year).
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