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Business Development Manager
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Business Development Manager

Water Treatment and Water Hygiene

Leeds

Up ยฃ45,000 + Commission and Company Vehicle

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Introductionโ€ฆ

We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Business Development Manager, this will see you managing a readily made selection of accounts as well prospecting and developing new accounts.

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Roles & Responsibilities

As a Business Development Managerย you will be responsible for:
  • Actively prospecting potential clients via phone and email
  • Travelling to new and existing customer sites in Yorkshire and surrounding areas to upsell/cross sell and develop client relationships.
  • Managing existing clients and nurturing the relationship
  • Assisting in the set up of the accounts before handing over to the Account Management team.
  • Negotiating new contracts and contract renewals.
  • Acting as the clients โ€œgo-toโ€ person within the business.

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Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience of working within the Water Treatment and Water Hygiene sectors
  • Strong sales experience including account management experience
  • Previous history of exceeding sales targets
  • Good negotiation skills
  • A full UK driving licence

Salary & Package Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Up to ยฃ45,000 basic salary
  • Commission
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Full training provided
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Holiday package

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How to Apply

To apply, please call Sam McSheaffrey on 02392 288 217 or send a copy of your CV toย 

[email protected]

Site Chemist
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  • TERMS: permanent

Site Chemist Hazardous Waste Chesterfield Up to ยฃ30,000

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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.

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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, KPIโ€™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.

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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.

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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.

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

Whatโ€™s on Offer
  • Basic Salary of up to ยฃ30,000
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

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How to Apply

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

Technical Assessor
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  • TERMS: permanent

Technical Assessor

Chesterfield

Waste Management

Up to ยฃ27,000 + Package

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Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Technical Assessor to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists working within the Hazardous Waste sector across the UK. They are looking for a capable Technical Assessor to join an established team providing technical expertise to ensure waste streams across the business groups are dealt with in a compliant and commercially sound manner.

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The Job

Working as a Technical Assessor, you will be responsible forโ€ฆ
  • Identify and assign cost effective treatment and processing routes for a variety of hazardous waste streams (both in house and external) to meet waste enquiries.
  • Carry out technical assessment of waste enquiries through characterising and applying accurate classification of the waste and ensuring all waste brought onto site meets current permits, compliance and legislation.
  • Provide technical advice, support and guidance to sites within the organisation and to external customers.
  • Work to current company policies, procedures and legislation.
  • Producing reports as and when required
  • Providing suitable waste routing plans and determining accurate pricing for customer enquiries.
  • Proactively supporting the correct safety culture across all sites.

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The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have a background working within a technical assessment/ support role with some understanding of working within the waste management sector, specifically hazardous waste management. ย 

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Candidates should hold a degree level qualification (or equivalent) in Chemistry with a strong ability to understand and interpret analytical data and legislation

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Demonstrable experience communicating and coordinating with people at all levels of an organisation is also desired as this role will require working with customers, clients and internal personnel.

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Whatโ€™s on offer
  • Basic Salary of up to ยฃ27,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

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How to Apply

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

Health & Safety Advisor
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  • TERMS: permanent

Environmental Advisor

Location: Sellafield (Cumbria) Company: Hochtief (supporting the Infrastructure Delivery Partner โ€“ IDP Programme)

Role Overview

Hochtief is looking to recruit an Environmental Advisor to support the delivery of the Infrastructure Delivery Partner (IDP) programme at Sellafield. This role will focus on supporting environmental compliance and performance across a range of infrastructure and construction activities within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with project teams to ensure environmental risks are effectively managed and that all works are delivered in line with legal requirements and environmental best practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day environmental support to project and site teams

  • Assist in ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, permits, and site requirements

  • Support the development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), method statements, and risk assessments

  • Identify environmental risks on site and assist in implementing mitigation measures

  • Carry out site inspections, monitoring, and environmental audits

  • Support environmental incident investigations and reporting

  • Maintain accurate environmental records and contribute to performance reporting

  • Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders on environmental matters

  • Promote environmental awareness and good practice across site activities

  • Support sustainability initiatives, including waste management and resource efficiency

Key Requirements

  • Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related discipline

  • Experience in an environmental role within construction, infrastructure, or a regulated industry

  • Working knowledge of UK environmental legislation

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Good communication skills with the ability to engage with site teams

  • Proactive approach to environmental management

Desirable

  • Experience working in a highly regulated environment (nuclear experience advantageous)

  • Awareness of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

  • Membership of (or working towards) a relevant professional body (e.g., IEMA)


Senior Waste Manager
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  • TERMS: permanent
Senior Waste Manager Hazardous Waste Management Dorset ยฃ55,000 - ยฃ75,000 + Package DOE ย  ย  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. ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  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 Tradebeโ€™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
ย  ย  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)
ย  ย  Salary & Package Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive salary of up to ยฃ55,000 - ยฃ75,000 + annual bonus
  • Potential relocation assistance
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • 6% employer contribution pension
  • 2 year progression plan
ย  ย  How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected]ย or call 07488885429 to speak to Estherย Fan who can tell you more. ย  ย  INDNUC ย 

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer Cambridge ยฃ30,000 - ยฃ35,000 + Company Van + Overtime ย  About the role: Astuteโ€™s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water tech and technology services. They are recruiting for a Service Engineer who ideally has experience working within the Water industry or from a hands-on operations and maintenance role. The strategically important Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to ยฃ35,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime and commission available. If youโ€™re an experienced Service Engineer with previous working knowledge of the water industry and are looking to work for an organization that is a versatile player in the water industry, then upload your CV to apply today. ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Field Service Manager you will:
  • Performing on-site corrective and preventive maintenance for water treatment equipment.
  • Provide technical and commercial support.
  • Providing after-sales technical and commercial support.
  • Completing risk assessments, work reports, and other necessary documentation.
  • Participating in the on-call rota
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with customers.
  • Follow and enforce health and safety policies for both the company and clients.
  • Complete and submit risk assessments, work reports, timesheets, and other documents on time.
  • Complete site tasks and activities promptly.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (or similar)
  • Full UK driving licence.
Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Experience working in water treatment industry (is advantageous but not essential)
  • Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical market (desirable)
  • Good communication skills, punctual, presentable, and eager to learn and develop.
  • Knowledge of company products, applications, and markets is desirable.
  • Excellent time management skills.
Salary and benefits of the Service Engineer role:
  • Salary between ยฃ30,000 - ยฃ35,000 per annum depending on experience
  • Company van & fuel card
  • Overtime
  • Laptop, mobile, PPE
  • 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

Field Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Role - Field Service Engineer

Location: Thames Valley Area

Package: ยฃ30,000-ยฃ35,000 per annum + Company van

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Introduction

Astute Technical are proud to be working with the leading supplier of waste recycling equipment, servicing, and consumables in the UK. They are looking for a Field Service Engineer to add to the growing team. A primarily field-based role in the Thames Valley area, the permanent full-time position will require on-site attendance to the clients' locations, dependant on the needs of the business.

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Roles & Responsibilities

As the Multi-Skilled Trainee Engineer, you will be responsible for:

ยทย Carry out regular servicing/preventative maintenance on Recycling Machinery - Primarily balers and compactors.

ยทย To attend breakdowns and complete repairs as required on all recycling equipment at customers sites in our core regions. Within a timely and competent manner, working safely to current legislation.

ยทย You will be required to install and decommission the equipment along with completing training with operatives on the safe use of the equipment.

ยทย Build strong relationships with your colleagues, communicating and working together as a team to maintain customer satisfaction.

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Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

ยท Qualified or experienced field service engineer

ยท Experience with recycling balers and compactors essential

ยท Candidate must be competent in the following areas, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and welding.

ยท Full UK driving license.

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Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

ยท ยฃ30,000-ยฃ35,000 per annum

ยท Fuel card supplied.

ยท Company phone and tablet

ยท Holiday loyalty scheme

ยท Pension

ยท In house and manufacturer training provided.

ยท Progression is available for the right candidate.

ยท Company van including power tools.

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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 callย 02392288208ย to speak to Julia Shaw who can tell you more.


Business Development Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a globally recognised engineering and technology business to recruit a Business Development Manager for its EMEA client base. The pivotal Business Development Manager role comes with a salary up to ยฃ80,000, hybrid working and great benefits. If youโ€™re a sales professional with experience in the nuclear sector and are looking to work for a global organisation that is expanding into the UK nuclear sector, backed by a global reputation for innovation in challenging, safety-critical environments, then submit your CV to apply today. ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Responsibilities and duties of the Business Development Manager role As the Business Development Manager you will: ย 
  • Drive the organisationโ€™s entry into the nuclear sector by developing and executing a new business strategy focused on safety-critical components and connection technologies used in inspection, maintenance, and asset integrity applications.
  • Identify and engage with key stakeholders across the UK, EMEA, and Middle East nuclear markets to build strong client relationships and secure new business opportunities.
  • Act as the internal nuclear sector expert, advising senior leadership on market trends, key clients, and potential entry points for product adoption.
  • Leverage existing industry knowledge and contacts to open doors, initiate conversations, and build credibility within nuclear networks.
  • Navigate complex organisational structures within large clients to identify and influence decision-makers across engineering, procurement, and project delivery teams.
  • Work closely with technical and commercial teams to position the companyโ€™s specialist mechanical products as viable, compliant solutions for nuclear applications.
  • Represent the business at client meetings, site visits, and relevant industry events, effectively communicating technical value and commercial benefit.
  • Provide regular market feedback to inform product development, strategic planning, and commercial positioning.
  • Travel across the UK and internationally (approx. 40%) to support business development activity and stakeholder engagement.
  • Maintain a proactive, self-sufficient approach to business development, consistently generating new leads and driving long-term growth.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • A degree or equivalent in engineering or a related field (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering) would be advantageous but is not essential.
  • Proven track record in business development or technical sales within the nuclear sector is essential.
Personal skills ย  The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who is: ย 
  • Well-versed in the nuclear industry's standards, stakeholder structures, and compliance requirements, with an understanding of how to engage Tier 1 contractors, regulators, and the wider supply chain.
  • Experienced in selling into highly regulated, safety-critical environments such as nuclear, oil & gas, defence, or aerospace.
  • Familiar with technical products such as mechanical assemblies or connection systems used in inspection, maintenance, or asset integrity applications.
Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role ย 
  • Competitive base salary up to ยฃ80,000, depending on experience
  • Life assurance at 4x base salary
  • Private medical insurance
  • Flexible, hybrid working model with international travel
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HSEQ Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Company description

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Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,500 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

Assystem's Project Management & Consulting (PM&C) Business provides the delivery of sustainable performance improvements within the following practice areas: Consents & Engagement; Commercial Management; Project Management; Environmental Services; Planning & Project Controls; Risk Management and Business Intelligence across the nuclear and transportation sectors.

Job description

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The HSEQ Advisor is responsible for ensuring that Company Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001), policies and processes are implemented and personnel are adhering to the requirements of the IMS across the organisation.ย  This is an operational role and will involve partnering with our Business Units to respond to Client HSEQ contractual requirements, completing safety walkdowns and undertaking surveillance of our activities and supply chain.ย 

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out project specific HSEQ audits as directed by the HSEQ Director and IMS Lead and as required by the Business Units and customer requirements.
  • Promote a strong HSEQ culture across the business.
  • Support the Business Unit during Client audits of project activities.
  • Support the Business Units with resolving any non-conformances relating to EHSQ.
  • Delivering support and coaching on the use of the management systems.
  • Work with the Business Units to maintain and develop processes.
  • Deliver regular comms around areas relevant to our activities.
  • Support any HSE incidents and/or investigations.
  • Monthly reporting โ€“ tracking and reporting HSEQ metrics relevant to the Business Units.
  • Support with the management and capture of Lessons Learnt.
  • Support with bids, responding to HSEQ specific questions.
  • Day to day liaison with project teams on all quality, environmental and health and safety related matters.
  • Support with external audits of the IMS as required (ISO, Achilles, RISQS).
  • Support wider HSEQ team activities as required.
Qualifications

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Essential:

  • Minimum 2 years experience in a HSEQ role.
  • At least one of ISO 45001, ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 Internal Auditor qualifications.
  • Tech IOSH.
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Must be able to obtain the appropriate level of security clearance.
  • Willingness to travel to sites across the UK.

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of working in any of the following sectors: Nuclear, Transport Infrastructure, Rail, Construction or Energy services.
  • Practitioner of IEMA or working towards.
  • ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Internal Auditor qualifications.
Additional information

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**Security clearance**

Whilst we encourage applications from all nationalities, Assystem within the UK are subject to security and export control restrictions due to the nature of work to be undertaken.

These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our peopleโ€™s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.


Programme Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent