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Hazards Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 8/27/24
  • PAY RATE: $360.0 /DAY
Description of the expected service Title: Hazards Engineering Types of activities to be carried out as part of the service (non-exhaustive): ? Producing updates to Hazard Verification Studies, through the application of relevant technical methodologies, relating to Internal and External Hazards for buildings: o Produce simplified design calculation hypotheses and define the various possible scenarios for each internal or external threat situation: ? Identify the equipment under threat and also the way in which the equipment would be affected. ? Produce studies on the functional redundancies impacted. ? Manage technical topics relating to the protection requirements for the hazards within the building and system design, ? Support matrix organisation through the design and construction phase with technical requests and design changes by providing technical expertise on the implementation of the safety functional requirements within the design, ? Participate to Edvance wide discipline meetings relating to hazards Skill level required Engineer Level 3 Technical Field Nuclear safety, radiation protection and the environment Delivery location UK Bristol Skill Level Required Engineer Level 3 Additional information Travel: ? Yes ? No Teleworking: ? Yes ? No* *at least 3 days a week in the office Required technical skills (consistent with the criteria for technical admissibility of tenders) • Engineer qualified to degree level or equivalent preferably specializing in safety • Knowledge of safety requirement implementation and hazard studies (preferably from a highly regulated industry), • Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Assessment Principles and experience of their application, • Experience in the area of systems, layout engineering and pipework, • Knowledge and the ability to navigate PDMS and Navisworks software. • English speaker, French is advantageous Expected approach to be conscientious, enthusiastic about the subject with good interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Preferred starting date 02/09/2024 Estimated duration of the service 18 months including 12 agreed months and 6 optional months Required software skills   Microsoft office (word, excel, powerpoint, outlook) - 3D viewer (Naviswork)                                                                                                                                                                              

Lead Mechanical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Piping Design Group – Lead Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (minimum 3 days in the office) Salary/range, per annum: (Depending on experience)
  • Minimum range: £67 k
  • Maximum range: £77k
Employment type: Permanent/Full Time  Starting date: ASAP The Opportunity  EPR-E is a joint venture between EDF and Framatome, an EPCC established in 2018 in charge of the design (basic design) and the realization (studies, procurement, erection, testing and commissioning) 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 the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project and prepare the design replication and engineering activities for the Sizewell C (SZC) Project. There are opportunities to support the growth and long-term capability of EPR Engineering by bringing talented mechanical engineers into our organization with a growth mindset and an enthusiasm for delivering one of the most significant infrastructure projects on the planet. Primarily, we all seeking to support our piping design capability with the immediate posting but are keen to invest in our employees with diverse growth opportunities throughout their careers. The role EPR-E UK Piping team is in charge of the detail design of 300km of piping network of the HPC Nuclear Island, up to the issue for fabrication and with additional support provided through to erection on site. Our goal is to safeguard our organisation’s technical capability with talented and growth-oriented individuals who are keen to apply and develop their technical competency in the field of piping engineering. We are seeking experienced engineers to lead team delivery and maintain key technical competency positions in our piping teams for the medium to long term. Future career path opportunities are available across the wider piping and equipment department, and beyond in the expanded EDF operational organization. Successful candidates will join our piping design team, working with and leading a team of engineers and CAD designers on the timely production of piping design models and deliverables on the HPC Nuclear Island scope, ensuring the piping design is executed accurately, respecting system requirements, specifications and configuration changes. This will frequently involve collaborative work with execution design, procurement and equipment contracts along with other multi-disciplinary design teams to support design delivery in accordance with site construction schedules. Largely being in the post-handover phase of design delivery, our Piping Engineers are responsible for integration of remaining design changes, and final equipment designs into the delivered 3D models. They are expected to contribute to and oversee the Open Point and UK Design Change management processes for their designated areas, ensuring that impacts to the design are properly categorized and logged prior to their resolution. The engineers are also expected to engage in continuous learning improvement and the identification and correction of non-conformances in the design. Senior engineers are expected to participate in the long-term support of the teams capability by participating in the training of junior team members in day-to-day activities and the mentoring of certain individuals for key positions. They are expected to act as an example of positive behaviours expected from all team members. Exact responsibilities will vary depending on technical scope but are expected to include up to the following:  
  • Lead team delivery of the piping work packages for UK nuclear projects, ensure adherence to specifications, delivery/design processes and QA, including chairing kick off meetings;
  • Drive maturity of design and closure of issues to agreed delivery schedule, and that the hand-over package fulfils the quality and maturity requirements given by the Project;
  • Drive delivery in support of the project schedule and budget
  • Plan, coordinate and report on team delivery to area managers and scheduling teams while managing client expectations and participating in contractual change processes as required.
  • Mentor and manage junior members of the team to ensure delivery quality and growth of team competency.
  • Act as a champion of deliverable quality and process adherence and continuous improvement within the team
  • Oversee the coordination of active design changes in accordance with project processes and the modelling of piping & support design in the 3D model;
  • Lead troubleshooting investigations for emergent design issues in accordance with project processes, acting as a point of technical authority within the team for issues relevant to scope;
  • Ensure adherence of the design to specification and component catalogues and the overall consistency of the piping and support design (distance between runs, position of welds and openings, etc.);
  • Propose technical solutions to issues that are found on the generic design concept;
  • Ensure communication between different stakeholders in the design workflow is upheld (calculation team, layout, equipment)
  • Drive efficiency and challenge established processes and ways of working to optimise delivery and promote design stability
  • Support the business with the maintenance and development of in-house technical competency
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Mechanical Engineering degree or suitable diploma;
  • Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles in process industries;
  • Demonstrable competency in leading delivery of technical work packages and supervision of team members;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to support the team and share knowledge;
  • Very good interpersonal skills and demonstrable competency in negotiation and conflict management;
  • Proactive and self motivated in completion of tasks;
  • Ability to meet commitments and deadlines;
  • Able to follow project engineering procedures;
  • High level of technical coordination
Desirable Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Chartered status with accredited organisation
  • Prior experience in nuclear piping design delivery to RCC-M nuclear codes
  • Knowledge of EPR Engineering structure and technical management processes
  • Knowledge of Aveva PDMS/E3D or experience with similar plant design packages
Competitive Salary & Benefits  

Machine Operative
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Machine Operator

Essex

Manufacturing

From £9.55p/h

 

Introduction

Astute are partnered with a long established, privately owned, independent manufacturer and distributor of cardboard cores and tubes in the UK. Our client is looking for a Machine Operator who has come from a manufacturing environment with excellent health and safety awareness.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Machine Operator, you will be responsible for:
  • Loading paper reels
  • Following safety procedures and keeping the workplace tidy and free of clutter
  • Packaging the finished product
  • Accurate data entry into the production data system (SAP)
  • Conducting visual quality inspections

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience of using slitters, cardboard core manufacturing and cardboard edge machines
  • Willingness to learn and develop
  • Flexible “can do” attitude
  • Great health and safety awareness

 

7am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday (eventually moving to shift work)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • Company pension scheme
  • Discounted or free hot food
  • On-site parking
  • Overtime available

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Mechanical Technician

Recycling

Bargeddie

Salary up to £37,000

 

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 and as such they are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join one of their key sites in Bargeddie. Working as their Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out key planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the recycling facility on a wide variety of heavy plant and equipment.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Responsible for carrying out planned and unplanned maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient operation of the MRF.
  • Ensure maintenance targets and plans are achieved safely, economically and within the environmental limits of the plant.
  • Assist with supervision of contractors, working alongside other functions as necessary.
  • Carry out fault diagnosis and rectify as required.
  • Use initiative and be pro-active and creative in problem solving.
  • Conduct plant inspections and area safety inspections.
  • Ensure that all reporting within the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is effective and completed promptly.
  • Ensure that all activities within the MRF are carried out in a safe manner, in line with the site’s procedures.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or similar
  • Previous experience working within a process, production, or manufacturing environment.
  • A good understanding of stock control, risk assessments and condition reports.
  • In depth understanding of a strategic approach to engineering and maintenance.
  • Strong health and safety understanding

 

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • Competitive Package of up to £37,000.
  • Overtime available
  • Development and progression opportunities
  • Opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Waste Management companies

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 92 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

 


Business Development Manager - Industrial Services
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear Team are exclusively partnered with an industry leader in industrial services solutions and hazardous waste management across the UK to recruit a Business Development Manager to join their Industrial Services division in Scotland. The Business Development Manager role comes with a salary of up to £60,000 per annum plus a car allowance, bonus and many other benefits. In this role, you will drive business development from securing new enquiries to handover to operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery across the UK, with particular emphasis in Scotland. If you’re a Business Development Manager with experience within the Industrial Services or Hazardous Waste sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Regional Commercial Manager you will:   Key Responsibilities:
  • Drive business development for key business growth within the industrial services sector, targeting both new and existing clients, using proactive techniques like cold calling and outreach to offer a broad range of industrial services, including waste removal and infrastructure cleaning solutions.
  • Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities and contribute to the company business plan.
  • Foster strong customer relationships by ensuring high service standards, addressing non-conformances, and providing timely feedback.
  • Maximise margins on projects and ensure continuity of work for the business teams.
  • Collaborate across divisions to identify other opportunities, especially within waste treatment and disposal through other sites across the business group.
  • Collaborate with Account Managers, Admin Staff, and Operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
  • Manage the tender process, including document reviews, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
  • Monitor market trends, competitors, and relevant industry developments to inform business strategy.
  • Manage projects, inquiries, and customer communications while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
  • Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional with experience in industrial services and business development to join a dynamic and growing team.     Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Technical expertise in industrial services and hazardous/chemical waste solutions, with previous experience in the sector.
  • Proven ability to manage customer accounts and their associated sales revenue.
  • Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service, along with a full UK driving licence.
  • Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in industrial services or hazardous wastes management.
    Personal skills The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • Proven track record in driving profitable new business while maintaining high levels of customer service.
  • Strong logistics knowledge, including experience with transport booking and vehicle requirements for contracts.
  • Expertise in H&S industry regulations, environmental compliance, and managing contaminated soils within construction waste.
  • Skilled in cold calling, negotiating, and executing deals at both strategic and tactical levels, with experience in managing projects and business processes.
    Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role
  • Salary up to £60,000 DOE
  • Car allowance
  • Bonus based on company and personal performance
  • Life assurance
  • Pension
  • Progression plan
INDNUC

Junior Field Service Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Junior Field Service Technician

Waste Management

UK Based

 

 

Introduction… Our client is a worldwide, leading business specialising in manufacturing and installing bespoke machines within the Recycling industry. They are looking for a Junior Field Service Technician to join their well established company, offering installations and on-going maintenance works to their customers up and down the UK.

 

Roles & Responsibilities As a Junior Field Service Technician you will be responsible for:
  • Attending various customer sites across the UK and Ireland to carry out various installations, repair works, and after sales service support works to specialist plant and machinery.
  • Undertaking inspections and assessments of machinery to ensure optimal performance and that all plant remains effective.
  • Carrying out reports and documentation detailing completed works and advisories and ensuring that the customer has had necessary follow ups.
  • Providing technical and engineering support to customers as well as health and safety guidance and compliance.
  • Attending company meetings and training in the Netherlands when required

 

Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Electrical experience with relevant qualifications is essential
  • Experience of working within the waste industry, ideally recycling
  • Experience of working with compactors and balers
  • Strong experience of working with heavy industrial machinery
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic experience is essential
  • Strong customer service and people skills
  • Happy to stay away during the working week occasionally

 

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Up to £35,000 basic salary
  • Company van, phone and laptop
  • Full training provided
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Holiday package

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Sam McSheaffrey on 02392 288 217 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Electrical Project Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Electrical Project Engineer

Water Industry

Havant

£40,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to join a leading provider of Water engineering services and solutions across the South. They are looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join their small but established team providing expertise in process, mechanical, electrical and ICA solutions whilst delivering projects all at stages of the cycle. Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will work as part of a core team tin the delivery of a busy portfolio of robust engineering solutions across various wastewater and clean water contracts in the South.

 

The Job

Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for…
  • Working as part of the office-based design team with regular visits to site troubleshooting, checking and managing potential and live projects.
  • Driving successful project delivery, working alongside the Project Manager planning, establishing and coordinating the projects, carrying out electrical design works and ensuring projects are delivered to client specifications on time and in budget.
  • Collaborate with project teams to maintain profitability and efficient methods of work
  • Complete electrical designs and develop specifications for internal and external equipments required for each project.
  • Specify job requirements, parts and materials needed to enable projects to be scoped for tender and on-site delivery.
  • Survey electrical systems and plans.
  • Project budget and programme management.
  • Compliance with NICEIC requirements.
  • Manage all elements of the project delivery from initial site surveys, proposal preparations through to handover. This includes costings, proposals, specifications, ordering, fault finding, testing and commissioning.
  • Any other duties as required.

This is a field-based position requiring a flexible approach to work.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to have a background working in a site-based Electrical Engineer or Project Engineer position ideally within the water industry with a relevant engineering qualification to degree level (or equivalent) to back it up.

Candidates should have strong CAD expertise as well as

Candidates should have strong CAD knowledge as well as demonstrable success delivering projects and a proven track record working directly with clients on project designs and coordination.

 

Due to a high level of travel to various sites throughout this role, candidates must hold a valid full UK driving licence and be flexible in their working hours.

 

 

What’s on Offer.
  • Basic salary £40,000 DOE
  • Competitive Package
  • 28 days holiday (incl bank holidays)

 

 

 

 

How to apply

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

Operations Team Leader
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Operations Team Leader Waste Management Bargeddie Up to £34,000 – 4 on 4 off days     Introduction Our client is one of the UK's leading providers 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 Operations Team Leader to join their Operations team at their Waste site in Bargeddie.                         Roles & Responsibilities As the Operations Team Leader, you will be responsible for:  
  • Supporting the process operators within the plant, effectively operating the SCADA systems effectively for all fixed plant across the site.
  • Ensuring the site is running in line with production plans and KPI’s, prioritising task and escalating any issues as required.
  • Coordinate a shift of process operators, managing work-load to cover the plant and utilising resources where required.
  • Support the Operations Production Supervisor to manage daily checks, team performance and absence, leading attending meetings when needed.
  • Promote excellent health and safety practice, ensuring the team are working to safety procedures and in line with company expectations.
  • All other duties as required.
This position is running on a 4 on 4 off days rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.       Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Have significant experience operating a SCADA system in a production environment.
  • Previous experience leading/ supervising a team of operators within a process site.
  • Have a strong working knowledge of site licence requirements, working plans and health and safety regulations. Ideally holding an IOSH certification.
  • Have previous experience working within a heavy process engineering environment or materials handling. (Waste Management, Power Generation, Chemical Processing, Food & Beverage, FMCG)
  • Due to the nature of the role, candidates are expected to have a Full UK Driving license
This position is running on a 4 on 4 off days rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.       Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive basic salary of up to £34,000 inclusive of shift allowance
  • 23.5 days holiday
  • Opportunity to join a new and developing site in the polymers recycling sector.
    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  

Operations Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Operations Manager - Bargeddie Requisition ID 50127 Posting Start Date 06-Jan-2023 Posting End Date 06-Feb-2023 JOB DETAIL

Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

 

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow?  Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold new Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

 

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

 

Energy Recovery Facilities are vital in supporting the UK’s ambition to reduce waste in an efficient and effective manner, helping to reduce the impact of waste on climate change. After reducing, reusing and recycling as much as possible, our Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs) provide the infrastructure to efficiently recover energy from residual waste, meaning landfill becomes the last resort. 

 

We have an opportunity in Bargeddie for an Operations Manager to join our team. working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

 

The salary for this role will be £60,850.00 per year, plus participation in a yearly bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

 

 

 

About the role

As our Operations Manager, you will provide leadership of the site to drive safety, compliance and a best in class performance. Leading by example, you’ll promote a positive working environment for all employees.

 

Utilising team resource, you’ll plan and deliver both production requirements and maintenance strategy efficiently to deliver budget and targets and ensure that maximum plant availability and upkeep of site infrastructure is achieved.

 

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll collaborate to drive the site forward and implement sustainable process and system improvements. You’ll have demonstrable experience of processing plant operation and line managing a team.

 

What we are we looking for?

  • Working knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
  • Knowledge of carrying out Risk Assessment and developing Safe Systems of Work
  • Clear and concise verbal and written communication
  • IT literate, experience of maintenance management systems
  • Experience of completing Performance Appraisal Reviews
  • IOSH / NEBOSH or other industry recognised Health and Safety qualification

Design Lead
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a leading provider in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Design Lead for its Bristol site. The pivotal Design Lead role comes with a salary up to £75,000, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth. If you’re passionate about innovation, sustainability, and contributing to a safer and cleaner energy future, this is your chance to join a company committed to excellence and advancing nuclear technology worldwide. Explore the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, integrity, and the pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. Submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Manager you will:  
  • Develop the overall design of the modular plant, considering cost, risk, and timelines.
  • Establish and manage system specifications, ensuring all technical requirements are met.
  • Lead technical and system reviews to ensure design and operational criteria are achieved.
  • Analyse and manage change requests, assessing their impact on the project scope and timeline.
  • Integrate lessons learned from past projects to improve technical solutions.
  • Coordinate the configuration and integration of systems, ensuring smooth operation.
  • Lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure technical consistency across project activities.
  • Collaborate with the project control team to align costs, schedules, and quality standards.
  • Represent the company in technical discussions with stakeholders and authorities.
  • Plan for all project stages, from design to decommissioning, ensuring long-term project success
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A degree in process engineering, industrial engineering or mechanical engineering
  • 10 years’ experience in design engineering
  • You will come from a heavy industrial facility i.e. plant, lab, reactors, manufacturing
  • 5 years’ experience of technical management  
Personal skills The Design Lead role would suit someone who is:  
  • Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management.
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
Salary and benefits of the Design Lead role  
  • Salary up to £75,000
  • 25 days annual leave per year raising to 28
  • 8% Employer pension contribution
  • Individual and family private health care
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Income Protection