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Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Yokogawa UK Ltd has an exciting new opportunity for a highly driven Service & Support Engineer with a strong track record within the Industrial Automation Sector. 

 

Reporting to a Customer Centric Team Leader, your role as a Service & Support Engineer will be to provide first class support whilst being the technical focal point from hand over by sales to project closing.

 

Based from our offices in Runcorn, your remit will include; project initiation system design; SIL classification, project planning; detailed design; safety lifecycle, configuration; provide technical specification to procurement and supervision of suppliers; internal testing; executing or leading the Factory Acceptance Test, transition to site, site installation, commissioning and Site Acceptance Test, resulting in a customer accepted and handed over system, with documents authorised by the customer; monitoring and controlling the quality of work; and formalising project closures.

 

What you will bring to us:

  • Experience in a similar role within the oil & gas / petrochemical / Industrial Automation environment

  • Minimum HNC qualification in an engineering or process related subject

  • Understanding of ISO 9001 and Health and Safety at Work Act

  • Hold a full UK driving licence

  • You are a highly motivated and flexible person who is willing to work at Yokogawa offices and customer sites across the UK and offshore

  • Respect, collaboration, and integrity are important values to you

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, whilst an effective team player as part of a structured team

  • Confident communicator with a professional manner, and the ability to absorb and impart factual information to others and work within standard operating procedures

 

Applicants with Offshore certificates are highly desired, however full training can be provided.

 

What we promise to offer:

  • Freedom to do your job and autonomy is important to us

  • Exciting challenges within a mature organization that demands a high degree of individual responsibility and promotes initiatives

  • A fun working atmosphere with various opportunities to work with awesome colleagues all over the world

  • Innovative and advanced high-technology products and services

  • Competitive salary and incentive package depending on experience.  Overtime and TOIL where relevant

  • Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Flexibility will be required to meet customer and business needs

  • Superb benefits including company pension contribution up to 12.5% dependent upon criteria, private medical insurance and healthcare scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with increments based on length of service, car allowance

 

This is a permanent position, with our offices based at Runcorn, Cheshire.  We provide a healthy work-life balance with a blend of working from home and the office. There will be a requirement to travel to customer sites in Europe, UK, offshore and overseas as required for each project.


Quantity Surveyor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Quantity Surveyor Work location:  Hinkley Point C – Bridgwater, Somerset Hours: Full time on site /possibility to work 1 day a week from home Reporting to: Framatome – Site Contract & Commercial Manager Main Responsibilities:
  • Ensure progress report of installation & commissioning activities on the field:
  • Ensure daily visits and report of progress of Framatome team installation and commissioning activities on-site, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and
  • Manage contractual disputes related to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization
  • Variation Management:
  • Assess the impact of waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization on project timelines and budgets.
  • Prepare and submit variation orders to the customer for approval and negotiation.
  • Track and document approved variations, ensuring accurate measurement, valuation, and invoicing.
  • Commercial Management:
  • Engage in commercial negotiations with the customer to reach fair and equitable agreements regarding events leading to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization.
  • Prepare detailed cost impact analysis and reports for customer review and approval.
  • Maintain effective communication channels with the customer to address commercial
  • concerns and resolve disputes.
  • Documentation and Reporting : o Maintain accurate records of events leading to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization, including supporting documentation and correspondence. o Prepare regular progress reports, cost reports, and financial statements for internal and external stakeholders. o Provide timely and accurate updates on cost variations, commercial negotiations, and project financial status.
Key Skills and experiences:
  •  Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, with a focus on site activities and commercial management.
  • Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial mechanisms
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in performing clear writing reports
  • Effective negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
  • Sound understanding of construction methodologies and processes.
  • Computer skills Microsoft
Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree
  •  
Background:
  • Nuclear, Engineering/Construction
Additional information
  • On site at Hinkley Point C - Bridgwater
  • Working hours – full time
 

Deputy Group Leader
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Deputy Group Leader (Manufacturing Control)                                        Aztec West (Bristol)                                                                                                             (3 days per week minimum) EDF EPR Engineering UK (EPR-E) is a subsidiary of Edvance, which is a joint venture between EDF and Framatome, established in 2018 in charge of the design and the realisation of nuclear islands for new projects in France and worldwide. In particular, EPR-E is responsible for the design and construction of the nuclear island for Hinkley Point C (HPC) project and preparing the design replication and engineering activities for the Sizewell C (SZC) Project. At HPC we are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK providing low carbon electricity for around six million homes. For the HPC project, we are currently looking to recruit for the role of Deputy Group Leader – Manufacturing Control The UK Manufacturing Control (UKMC) team aims to provide adequate and reactive surveillance on:
  • Manufacturing documentation and In-shop manufacturing.
  • In-shop manufacturing:
These activities are achieved to provide confidence to our clients (projects) and to ensure that the manufactured parts and equipment reach the expected level of quality, in accordance with the specified requirements, and can thus be delivered to nuclear sites for installation. Created in November 2021, and as part of DI (Industrial Division of EDF Group), the UKMC team is now part of EDF EPR Engineering UK (EPR-E). Its headquarters are in Bristol (Aztec West). The main competencies of the team are Manufacturing, Materials, Welding and NDTs. UKMC current scope of work is basically all the manufacturing in the UK for new nuclear projects (UK and abroad) and the French operating fleets. But most of the work (~90%) is dedicated to HPC project, on all areas and programmes:
  • Nuclear Island (UK4101, HK4102.1)
  • Conventional Island and Balance of Plant (UK3011, UK3511, UK3252, UK5211, UK5221…)
  • Marine Works (OH2231)
  • Civil Works (HK2201)
  • Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC – MEH (OH3631, HK2798, HK3699)
The purpose of this role is primarily to assist the Manager/Group Leader of the UKMC team. The main tasks are: Technical assistance contracts:
  • to perform the operational management of TA services (monthly meetings with partners, monitoring of actions, monitoring of indicators, etc.)
  • to verify the partners times, log of activities, invoicing…
Internal control and monitoring of the team activities:
  • to achieve the managerial validation of some of the team's technical deliverables
  • to monitor the actions given to the UKMC pilots (assigned with the management), and to challenge the team performance (with the UKMC KPIs)
Internal support:
  • to provide support to the UKMC pilots for the assignment of inspection resources (arbitrations if necessary)
  • to help the UKMC manager in preparing the monthly team meetings (updating KPIs dashboard, preparing some topics)
  • to help solving all kinds of issues (IT, logistics…)
  • to carry out various administrative procedures
Internal managerial representation:
  • to ensure a field presence (with in-shop inspectors)
  • to participate in regular meetings with inspectors and engineers
Taking information externally:
  • to participate in part of the directorate meeting within DI
  • to participate in some technical and transverse meetings in DI and EPR-E
Propositions of business development, and identifying strategic opportunities The candidate will have to be able to travel on a regular basis in the UK (couple of times each month) and occasionally in France (Paris). To be considered, we require the following skills and experience:
  • Management skills: an already acquired and successful experience is team leading/management (preferable), otherwise to be able to demonstrate such skills
  • Knowledge in equipment procurement contracts for nuclear projects (HPC preferably)
  • Good technical competencies in mechanical engineering, materials, welding
  • Advanced knowledge in the manufacturing of equipment/parts, as well as in Quality and/or Surveillance
  • Experience in the management/coordination of contracts for technical assistance
Skills required
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and writing)
  • Dynamic personality, agile and innovating thinking, but also capable of following the process
  • Conscientiousness, well-organised
  • Ability to prioritise, to question and understand the imperatives and to meet commitments to quality and schedule
  • Ability to remain focused under pressure, thinking clearly and objectively
  • Ability to cope in a multi-interfaced and changing environment, and to manage the interactions within a multi-disciplinary team
Languages (level)
  • English: fluent preferred, at least B2
  • French: preferable, but not mandatory
Competitive Salary & Benefits   At EDF we’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives. We’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.?  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.   Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.?  Why EDF?  When it comes to saving the?planet,?everyone’s talking the talk these days. As Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity, we’re not just talking about it, we’re doing something about it.??  At EDF every single one of us is 100% committed to reducing the UK’s carbon emissions to Net Zero. We’re generating the right mix of low carbon electricity to power the nation today and building the low carbon infrastructure Britain will need tomorrow.???  Our people form a 10,000+ strong community, rich in diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We empower our people with the skills they need to build a successful career and to bring our purpose to life in their work.? Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.?   

Air Hygiene Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

  • Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
  • Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
  • Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
  • Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
  • Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
  • You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

  • Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
  • Access doors installation in accordance with DW144
Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.


Air Hygiene Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

  • Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
  • Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
  • Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
  • Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
  • Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
  • You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

  • Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
  • Access doors installation in accordance with DW144
Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.


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

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s team is partnering with an industry leader in specialist water treatment equipment in the UK to recruit a Service Engineer for its operations in Inverness and the surrounding areas. The Service Engineer position is vital for the continued operation and service provided to clients & customers, and comes with a competitive salary of up to £32,000 DOE, opportunity to grow your salary through commissioned sales, full equipment (inc PPE), van + fuel card, and 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off! If you’re an Engineer with experience working in the water sector and are looking to work for an organisation that delivers excellence for all customers, then submit your CV to apply today. This role will involve a 1 in 6 callout rota.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Service Manager you will be responsible for:  
  • The maintenance, service and repair of various specialist water treatment equipment including standard base exchange, filtration, deionisation, reverse osmosis and laboratory water treatment products.
  • Installation, removal and commissioning of the equipment on-site.
  • Understand the water treatment process, product and technical issues with an ability to fault find using first line investigation techniques.
  • Contribute to financial sales targets by recommending and quoting the necessary added value spares, refurbishments and consumable items to maintain the customer's equipment in optimum operating condition.
  • Performing out of hours and breakdown cover when required.
  • Assisting clients with technical faults.
  • Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
  • Offering after sales technical support.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Minimum Level 2 Engineering qualification
  • Full UK Driving license
  • Industrial maintenance experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn
    Salary and benefits of the Service Engineer role
  • Competitive salary up to £30,000 + Overtime
  • Company vehicle + Fuel card
  • Laptop, mobile and PPE
  • Overtime available
  • 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

Senior Waste Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Senior Waste Manager Hazardous Waste Management Dorset £55,000 - £75,000 + Package DOE     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Senior Waste Manager to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management across the UK as part of their core team, providing technical, managerial and customer service support at their incineration site in Dorset. Working as the Senior Waste Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, securing, and delivering radioactive waste projects whilst using professional, scientific engineering and project management principles.                   Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Senior Waste Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Managing and supporting the Technical Project Management team
  • Head monthly forecasts whilst collaborating with the Financial Business Partner, Operations Manager and SHEQ Manager
  • Working to budgets and costing ensuring projects fall within and adhere to Tradebe’s internal management systems and procedures.
  • Collaborate with other departments such as Sales, Commercial and Operations, developing plans, bids and solutions to ensure client needs are fully understood and met.
  • Contributing development ideas and solutions for Business Strategy to grow the business.
  • To be the main contributor and leader in the development for weekly and monthly financial forecast and budgeting of the forward service delivery work plan
  • Support and approach bidding and managing the delivering of technically complex radioactive waste management contracts from a technically biased perspective.
  • Regularly delivering Team Performance updates to the Head of Service Delivery
  • Assisting the Head of Radioactive with the management of projects and tasks and managing the full cycle of other project management tasks in other teams as and when required
  • Securing and developing resources
  • Carrying out project and technical risk assessments and minimising risks as and when possible
  • Provide technical leadership, advice and guidance to both the project management team and customers.
  • Being the first and main point of contact with senior contacts at different disposal sites such as industrial, nuclear, waste recycling and disposal sites
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A degree or equivalent level in Chemistry, Physics, Radiochemistry or Nuclear Engineering
  • An understanding of Radioactive waste management or decommissioning within the Radioactive/ Waste sector.
  • Experience with working for commercial or regulated industry clients.
  • Project management or Technical Account Management of key clients.
  • Professional qualification/accreditation in Science, Engineering, Project Management or Radiation Protection, e.g. CChem, CEng, APMP, RWA (desirable)
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive salary of up to £55,000 - £75,000 + annual bonus
  • Potential relocation assistance
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • 6% employer contribution pension
  • 2 year progression plan
    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 07488885429 to speak to Esther Fan who can tell you more.     INDNUC  

Site Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Site Chemist Hazardous Waste Chesterfield Up to £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Site Chemist to work with an industry leader in Hazardous Waste Management Services, focussing on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their Transfer Station Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective waste acceptance, sampling and testing for a compliant and safe process at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Transfer Station Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:
  • Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste transfer station, 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 for incoming waste streams.
  • Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
  • 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.
  • Other tasks as needed.

This is a very hands-on operational role, working within an industrial transfer station. This role requires working outdoors and will suit someone with a flexible attitude to work.

 

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 laboratory environment 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 of up to £30,000
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Lucie Hayward on 07441391419 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Plant Operative
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent