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Electrical Design Engineer
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Electrical Project Engineer

Water Industry

Havant

ยฃ40,000 DOE

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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.

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The Job

Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will be responsible forโ€ฆ
  • 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.

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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.

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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.

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Whatโ€™s on Offer.
  • Basic salary ยฃ40,000 DOE
  • Competitive Package
  • 28 days holiday (incl bank holidays)

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How to apply

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

Layout Team Lead
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Job title: Layout Team Lead Max characters: 40 Location: Bristol (minimum 3 days in the office), with occasional travel to France Salary/range, per annum:
  • Minimum range: ยฃ61,000
  • Maximum range: ยฃ71,000
(Depending on experience) A career that will deliver change. Together, weโ€™ll help Britain achieveย Netย Zero.?ย  The Opportunityย  EPR-E established in 2023, is in charge of the design (basic design) and the realization (studies, procurement, erection, testing and commissioning) of nuclear islands for new projects. In particular, EPR-E is responsible for the design of the nuclear island for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project and preparing the design replication and engineering activities for the Sizewell C (SZC) Project. As part of the Responsible Designer for the Hinkley Point C EPR project, EPR-E provides the design for the Nuclear Island (NI). EPR-E is responsible for delivering the design for a number of NI buildings, systems and equipment contracts for the Hinkley Point C EPR Project through an integrated team, support to HPC construction and commissioning activities, and preparing design replication feasibility and engineering activities for the Sizewell C Project. Therefore, a Technical Directorate is being created, responsible for the engineering disciplines and technical expertise required to deliver the different engineering projects through integrated teams in EPR-E. For the HPC project, we are currently looking to recruit for the role of Layout Team Lead. As a Layout Team Lead, you will be responsible for assisting with several of the below listed activities depending on the job/project requirements and the competences and experience: ย 
  • Managing a team of between 8 โ€“ 12 Layout Engineers.
  • Coordinating the production of deliverables and/or rework in accordance with the schedule, cost and quality as defined by the Building Manager.
  • Supporting the tracking of delivery, ensuring Scheduling Tool (Paladin) up to date.
  • Delegating and distributing topics/activities within the team, organising the workload considering their competency, skills, capacity and existing workload.
  • Providing technical expertise to their team and interfaces.
  • Ensuring technical accuracy and quality of deliverables through the application of the appropriate review and approval process.
  • Ensuring that the Team applies EPR-E Processes & Tools where applicable (UK-DC, IDT, NCR, WeCAD etc.)
  • Identifying and specifying the requirements of the relevant discipline scope and interfacing with other leads and/or external parties as appropriate (all groups/sections related to the ITB buildings (e.g. layout, civil, systems, contracts, hazards and JDO teams))
  • Leading the coordination with the relevant counterparts in the UK, France & Germany.
  • Raising resource conflicts to the Building Manager or Group Lead as appropriate.
  • Maintaining strong links with the Layout Discipline Lead to support the team in terms of competency tracking and development, tools & methods, sharing knowledge and good practises, resourcing, onboarding etc.
The Skillsย  Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Experience in the nuclear industry, preferably on HPC or SZC.
  • Knowledge of Layout competency and of 3D modelling in PDMS and/or E3D.
  • Knowledge and understanding of engineering design sequences and interfaces.
  • Knowledge and understanding of general layout rules.
  • Ability to manage multiple interfaces.
  • Ability to work to & meet commitments and deadlines.
  • Ability to manage own time and workload.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement.
  • Leadership, autonomy and pro-activeness.
  • Promotes a questioning attitude.
  • Fluent English language skills.
Desirable qualifications, experience and skills:
  • Knowledge of several areas of engineering (Piping, Electrical, HVAC, Equipment, Layout, Systems, Civil Engineering, Safety, etc.).
  • French language skills

HSEQ Advisor
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  • 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.


Business Development Manager - Chemicals
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  • TERMS: permanent
Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Oxford โ€“ Field based around the South. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package ย  ย  Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their water treatment chemicals business, operating across the North, selling water treatment chemical solutions and services to a number of key industrial clients. ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the companyโ€™s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will includeโ€ฆ
  • Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
  • Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
  • Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
  • Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
  • Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
  • Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
  • Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speakerย or promote the business.
Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder. ย  ย  ย  Skills & Qualifications Candidates should have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with some knowledge of selling technical solutions, chemicals or water treatment services to industrial customers. Due to the technical nature of the role, candidates should hold a Science, Environmental or Engineering Degree or be qualified by experience. Sales experience within the market is not critical, although your personal attributes will need to demonstrate that you are someone who will drive the business forward selling water treatment chemical solutions in this market. Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is essential. ย  ย  Salary & Package
  • Basic salary up to ยฃ50,000
  • Company Vehicle
  • Commission Scheme โ€“ Uncapped up to 20%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.
ย  ย  How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected] ย or call directly on 02392 222 964. ย  ย  INDREC

Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a leading provider in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Design Engineer for its Avonmouth and Cranfield site. The Design Engineer role comes with a salary up to ยฃ35,000, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth. If youโ€™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. ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Design Lead you will: ย 
  • Create technical documents like 2D/3D designs, calculations, and bills of materials.
  • Manage the design process from concept to detailed design.
  • Ensure all project requirements are met and design reviews are completed.
  • Work closely with other teams to gather requirements and feedback.
  • Make sure safety and health regulations are followed in the designs.
  • Produce high-quality design deliverables (CAD drawings, documents, etc.).
  • Handle design changes and maintain accurate records.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • Qualification in Mechanical/Design Engineering (HND or equivalent).
  • Experience with CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
  • Understanding of engineering standards, safety, and quality procedures.
Personal skills The Design Engineer role would suit someone who is: ย 
  • Familiarity with ISO drafting standards, Eurocode 3, and FMEA/HAZOP.
  • Experience in the nuclear industry and/or Pressure Equipment Directive.
  • Strong skills in hand calculations and Excel.
Salary and benefits of the Design Engineer role
  • Salary up to ยฃ35,000
  • 25 days annual leave per year raising to 28
  • 8% Employer pension contribution
  • Individual and family private health care
  • Life assurance
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Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s team is partnering with a specialist in water treatment and technology services across the UK to recruit an experienced Commissioning Engineer in the West Midlands. This role will require the Commissioning Engineer to travel widely and at short notice to support in the installation and commissioning of a variety of process water equipment. The customer focussed Commissioning Engineer position comes with a salary of up to ยฃ42,000 dependant on experience, a competitive benefits package and a company vehicle & fuel card. If youโ€™re an experienced Commissioning Engineer with previous working knowledge of 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  Responsibilities and duties Working as the Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for: ย 
  • Leading the commissioning of cutting-edge water treatment systems, ensuring they meet our rigorous technical standards and project timelines.
  • Ensuring all equipment is effectively transitioned from equipment from mechanical completion to operational readiness, aligning with contract specifications and fostering client satisfaction.
  • Working with the Commissioning Manager to oversee the commissioning process, from equipment handover to system activation, emphasising safety and efficiency.
  • Coordinate commissioning activities, ensuring resources and equipment are optimised to meet project schedules.
  • Engage in design reviews, risk assessments, and commissioning plans to develop comprehensive documentation to support project execution.
  • Any other duties as required.
ย  ย  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • HNC/ Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering /C&G 17/18th Edition or equivalent.
  • Candidates should have a background in performing mechanical or electrical maintenance/service work and an understanding of equipment commissioning.
  • Experience working in a similar role within the water industry is desirable.
  • A full, valid driving licence
ย  ย  Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role
  • Basic salary of ย ยฃ35,000 - ยฃ45,000 DOE
  • Company vehicle + fuel card
  • Holiday allowance 25 days plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy or sell additional days off.
  • Leading pension contribution of up to 10% of your earnings.
  • Private Healthcare with an option to add your family members.

Service Engineer
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  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer โ€“ Pharmaceuticals Water Treatment Kent / South East ยฃ30,000 - ยฃ32,812 + Package DOE ย  ย  Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Field Engineer to join one of the leading Water and Wastewater treatment business in the UK. They have a solid track record of providing innovative solutions to water purification, industrial effluent and sustainable water saving needs and are one of the market leaders in process water treatment services. The Field Engineerโ€™s primary focus will be to carry out reparation and maintenance of the products for various clients around the Kent and South East region.ย  ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Travelling to various sites across the UK and carrying out necessary maintenance, reparations and preventative work at customer sites
  • Submitting and completing work reports as well as assessments.
  • Working to health and safety standards for both yourself and the customer
  • Proving feedback on product development
  • Working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Overtime available
ย  ย  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Comfortable driving long distances
  • Multi-skilled mechanical experience within a mechanical or electrical environment
  • Experience within the water/wastewater sector is desirable
  • Good customer service skills
  • A full UK driving licence
ย  ย  Salary & Package Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive salary of up to ยฃ30,000 - ยฃ32,812 + package
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • Company van, fuel card, tools & equipment provided
  • Biannual progression meetings
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 07441391669 to speak to Gemma Nixonย who can tell you more.

EC&I Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

EC&I Technician

Waste Management

Avonmouth

Up to ยฃ43,500 + Package

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Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country and as such they are looking for an Electrical Control & Instrumentation Technician to join their new Polymers Recycling Facility in Avonmouth. Working as their Electrical Control & Instrumentation Technician you will be responsible for carrying out key pre-planned and breakdown maintenance on EC&I equipment across the recycling facility, including fault diagnostics, issue rectification and calibration of instruments.

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What you will be doing

As Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Preventative maintenance (PPMs) and reactive maintenance of EC&I equipment
  • Fault-finding, diagnostics and calibration of instruments relating to control systems.
  • Maintenance and programming of the sites PLC systems.
  • Assist in the development of plant modification and improvement work to improve plant reliability, efficiency and performance.
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS, ensuring all documents are recorded in a timely manner along with the relevant RAMS/H&S documents.
  • Supervising and directing on site contractors when required.
  • Provide technical support to the Operations Team.
  • Ensuring strict HSE compliance always.
  • Working as part of a shift pattern.

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This is 4 on 4 off shift position including night shifts. Please only apply if this is suitable.

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What you will need

To be considered for this position, candidates must have relevant Electrical/ C&I qualifications to NVQ level 3 or equivalent. You should have experience working in a heavy process environment (ideally Waste Management, Power Generation, Industrial Plant, Aggregates, Manufacturing, FMCG or Food etc.) and have a working knowledge of calibration, maintenance and fault finding practices on heavy process equipment.

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Candidates are required to work on a 4 on 4 off days and nights shift pattern so please only apply if this is suitable.

Whats on Offer
  • Basic Salary up to ยฃ43,500
  • Competitive Package + 10% Bonus Scheme
  • Opportunity to progress

How to Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading specialists in the Waste and Energy recovery sector. For more information please contact Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 emailing your CV to [email protected].

Site Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Graduate Site Chemist

Waste Management Peterboroughย  Salary ยฃ25,000 - ยฃ27,000 DOE Monday- Friday

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Site Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardousย waste management solutions across the UK. Working as theย Site 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, 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.

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.ย 

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Whatโ€™s on Offer

  • Basic Salary of ยฃ25,000 - 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]


Transport Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent