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MBT Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

MBT Supervisor

Waste & Recycling

Glasgow

Up to £39,620 + Package

 

Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of recycling, renewable energy and waste management solutions, offering a full range of services through a vast and growing network of plants and facilities across the country. As such, they are looking for a strong and experienced MBT Supervisor to join their Mechanical Biological Treatment centre and MRF in Glasgow. This role will see you overseeing a team of experienced operators across the waste processing facility.

 

 

Role & Responsibilities

Working as the MBT Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing the daily operations of a busy waste processing facility. This will include:

  • Day to day management of the MRF and the MBT process, managing a team of operators, chargehands and cleaners across the site. This will cover a wet prep area, AD facility and recycling plant.
  • Leading the team across the site to ensure operations run in line with production targets and company set KPI’s, maximising the efficiency of the plant.
  • Managing all health, safety and compliance across the operations, ensuring best practice is maintained at all times.
  • Working in both a supervisory and a hands-on role when needed.
  • Other duties as required.

This role is working on a shift basis covering earlies, lates and night shifts across a 24/7 operation. This may include weekend work. Please only apply if this is suitable for you.

 

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates should have previous experience working in a Supervisor/ Management role supervising a team in a busy production / process environment.

 

Previous knowledge and experience covering Waste processing or production/industrial process heavy sectors related to the Waste Management industry such as FMCG, manufacturing, aggregates, water treatment or renewable energy.

 

Candidates should have excellent knowledge of current Health and Safety procedures as well as demonstrable background implementing these across a complex team and should be able to communicate across all levels successfully. An IOSH certificate would be beneficial.

 

 

What’s on Offer

  • Basic Salary up to £34,620 + Shift Allowance £5000
  • Competitive Package

 

 

To Apply

 

To apply for the position please send your CV to Gemma Nixon on [email protected] or call directly on 02392 222 964 for further information on the role.


HSEQ Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Company description

 

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

 

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.  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. 

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 – 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

 

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

 

**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 people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.


Civil Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 8/27/24
  • PAY RATE: $360.0 /DAY
Description of the expected service Title: Civil engineering design activities N756 Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC Levels 3 & 4 Context: As part of the replication strategy and according to the engineering sequence, the aim of the activity is to finalize the detailed design on the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC project. Main Activities: • Production of documents relating to input data, justifications and substantiation for steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment • Support coordination with internal and external stakeholders including client, designers, and contractors throughout the design phase. • Review and acceptance of documents produced by detailed designer for steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment. • Production of final documents (design & construction) to the clients and support the technical discussions. Key Relationships • EPR-E civil teams CLC and CLB • Members of the SZC civil program team • SZC Client organization • SZC Stakeholders Location EPR-E UK offices in Aztec West (Bristol) for a minimum of 3 days per week with the option for 2 days a week working from home. Skill level required Engineer Level 3 & Level 4 Technical Field Civil engineering structures and soil geotechnics study Delivery location UK Bristol 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) Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC– Levels 3 & 4 Qualifications and experience: • Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in civil engineering • Civil engineering design office experience (variable depending on the level of the service required) • Experience in the nuclear sector would be advantageous. Knowledge and technical skills: Essential: • Knowledge and understanding of the Codes & Standards on CW • Knowledge of the Steel • Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety regulations. Desirable: • Knowledge of the UK Projects civil engineering design sequence and/or experience on HPC project would be advantageous. Preferred starting date Service  Skill level  Start date  Duration agreed (months)  Duration optional (months)    Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC – Coordination  Engineer 4 – CW Engineer  15/09/2024  15  6    Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC  Engineers 3 – CW Engineer  15/09/2024  15  6   Estimated duration of the service As above Required software skills   Microsoft Word/Excel. Good knowledge of PDMS (or any 3D design software, consultation), TEKLA and/or Navisworks software (consultation).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Industrial Relations Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit an Industrial Relations Manager for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. You will play a critical role in managing industrial relations, supporting workforce engagement, and ensuring smooth operations across highly regulated and technically challenging projects. The Industrial Relations Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector. This role requires being on-site in Seascale. If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Industrial Relations Manager role.   Reporting to the Project Director you will:  
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with unions, employee representatives, and key stakeholders
  • Lead the management of industrial relations matters, including negotiations, grievance handling, and dispute resolution
  • Advise project and operational teams on workforce policies, legislation, and best practice
  • Support workforce engagement strategies to foster a positive and collaborative culture
  • Monitor compliance with employment law, company procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • Provide guidance on workforce planning, contract negotiations, and collective bargaining agreements
  • Investigate and resolve workforce-related issues promptly and effectively
  • Collaborate with project teams to anticipate industrial relations risks and implement proactive solutions
  • Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior management
  • This role is working on-site in Seascale and will require a flexible working attitude.
  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Proven experience in industrial relations within construction, engineering, or nuclear sectors
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, labour relations, and union engagement
  • Experience handling complex industrial disputes and negotiations
  • Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in HR or industrial relations
  Personal skills   The Industrial Relations Manager role would suit someone who is:  
  • Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Confident and persuasive in negotiations and stakeholder engagement
  • An effective communicator, able to influence at all levels
  • Proactive and solutions-focused, with strong problem-solving skills
Salary and benefits of the Industrial Relations Manager role
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Car Allowance
  • Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
  • Career development within a growing organisation
  • Additional company benefits and pension package
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HVAC Layout Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international leader in the nuclear energy industry to recruit a HVAC Layout Engineer for its Bristol site. The essential HVAC Layout Engineer role comes with a salary up to £65,000, hybrid working and private health care. If you’re a Layout Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that works across critical UK and international nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As the HVAC Layout Engineer you will:  
  • Assessment of the layout engineering data for the building including process and instrumentation, equipment, cable and electrical information. Ensuring analysis and verification of the technical scope.
  • Implement layout engineering to improve and/or modify the design where needed to input various electrical and mechanical equipment.
  • Work with the wider team to assess the routing of piping, cable trays and HVAC ducts within the 3D Model.
  • Produce technical documents such as status reports, introduction notes, design procedures and change analyses
  • Coordinate with other relevant teams for the layout activities, sharing layout drawings and plans
  • Where possible look to anticipate and adapt to changing needs of the project, keeping all parties updated and on track with progress and modifications.
  • Any other duties as required
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Engineering Degree relevant to role
  • Experience in at least one of the following areas of engineering: HVAC, Layout, HVAC, mechanical, safety etc.
  • Nuclear experience is highly desirable in particular projects involving PWR.
  • Previous experience working with 3D design software (e.g. Navisworks, AutoCAD, PDMS and/or E3D)
    Personal skills The HVAC Layout Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Knowledge of HVAC and general layout requirements for heavy industrial projects
  • Confident in challenging ideas and designs for effective solutions to meet the requirements for all levels of stakeholders
  • Able to thrive in a technically challenging role in a dynamic environment
    Salary and benefits of the HVAC Layout Engineer role  
  • A salary of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience and seniority.
  • Hybrid working with 3 days a week in the office
  • An opportunity to travel internationally to European offices
  • Private Health care
 

Site Manager
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 9/25/24
  • PAY RATE: $345.0 /DAY
Roles & Responsibilities: • Plan the work and oversee the buying of necessary materials and equipment • Manage staff for the project • Manage the construction site on a day-to-day basis, including supervising the labour force, monitoring subcontractors, checking materials, inspecting work and overseeing quality control • Ensure the project is delivered on time and on budget by setting benchmarks, agreeing budgets and monitoring progress • Check design documents with architects, surveyors and engineers • Promote and maintain Health & Safety and Environmental, including site inspections to ensure safety rules are being followed • Responsibility for the creation, review and amendment of method statements & risk assessments as required • Maintain regular communication and attend meetings with clients and their representatives to inform them of progress on the project • Comply with site specific plans, policies and procedures • Keep up to date site diary and reports (including client reports) • Communicate with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, supply chain and others involved in the project • Deal with any unexpected problems that may occur during the project and make higher management aware. In unexpected situations outside of your control, ensure you always liaise with higher management • Plan and manage project specific traffic management • Carry out all required paperwork and administrative tasks applicable to project Requirements: • Strong communication skills for liaising with clients, professionals and site operatives • Leadership skills and an ability to motivate your team to ensure a high standard of work • Planning and organisational skills for monitoring project plans and utilising time and resources effectively • Resilience and problem-solving skills to overcome unexpected challenges • Ability to make decisions under pressure • Strong attention to detail • Awareness of Health and Safety procedures and legislation • Sound commercial awareness • Maths and I.T skills • Knowledge of relevant building methods • Clean Driving Licence • SMSTS Certificate • CSCS Card/HS&E Test • Ability to pass BPSS Vetting Other: • Competitive salary • Hours 7:30-16:00 Monday - Friday (excluding travel) • Additional Leave for Length of Service • Your birthday off, on us! • Employee Benefit Scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Cycle to work scheme • PAYE or contract work available

Engineering Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Engineering Manager Recycling / Waste Management Halesfield  - Telford Up to £65,000 + Package 

 

Introduction

Our Client is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join their Recycling Facility on a full time permanent bases, based in Halesfield. This role will be leading and supporting their Engineering and Maintenance function across the team, strengthening the current strategy on-site.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Leading and developing all maintenance and engineering strategies across a fast-paced recycling facility.
  • Working closely with the head of Engineering to develop and lead a strong planned maintenance structure, optimising and utilising current assets from performance data.
  • Working to build a strong basis for maintenance procedures across the site to set the standard for future maintenance strategies.
  • Assist alongside the Operations Manager, Unit Manager and Area Manager to influence and assist in key decision-making processes for engineering functions across the site. Working to provide financial and performance reporting where necessary.
  • Other duties as required.
  • Proactively promote a positive Health & Safety culture, leading towards a target of zero harm across personnel and contractors
  • Continuous review of plant availability, and department performance, Identifying gaps, root causes and subsequent improvement activity.
  • Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering department.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Strong track record developing maintenance strategies and engineering functions in process, production or manufacturing environments.
  • A good understanding of lean concept and optimisation strategies within a production focussed role.
  • NVQ 3/ HNC/ HND or equivalent in an engineering subject or a relevant field.
  • Demonstrable experience working to strict health, safety and compliance standards.
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Experienced leader/manager.
  • Previous experience working within a process, production, or manufacturing environment.
  • Excellent H&S knowledge and experience.

 

Salary & Package
  • Up to £60,000 + Package
  • Benefits Package
  • Opportunity to work on a key Polymers Recycling Facility

How to Apply To apply for this role or find out more information, please send a copy of your CV to [email protected] or call Jon Raisbeck on 02393 910035

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]

Mechanical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Piping Design Group – Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (minimum 3 days in the office) Salary/range, per annum: (Depending on experience)
  • Minimum range: £55,000
  • Maximum range: £65000
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 develop their technical competency in the field of piping engineering for Hinkley Point C and future UK nuclear projects. Future opportunities for growth and skill development will exist across the wider piping and equipment department and beyond in the expanded EDF operational organization as the project progresses for those candidates with the right attitude and skill set. Successful candidates will start as engineers in one of our piping design teams, working with CAD designers and other team engineers 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 design changes, final equipment design and outstanding open points into the delivered design models. They are expected to contribute to (and where required by seniority manage the team contribution to) 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 within the team will be expected to adopt positions of technical responsibility and coordinate the delivery of engineering teams as required. They are also expected to participate in the mentoring and training of junior team members, and collaboration with parallel disciplines, to maintain the piping design capability of the organisation. They are expected to act as an example of positive behaviours expected from all team members. Exact responsibilities will vary depending on technical scope and level of experience but are expected to include up to the following:  
  • Deliver the piping work packages for UK nuclear projects, ensure adherence to specifications, delivery/design processes and QA, including participation and 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;
  • Report on work pack delivery while managing team-lead and client expectations
  • Mentor junior and new members of the team to ensure delivery quality and growth of team capability
  • Active engagement and pursuit of deliverable quality, process adherence and continuous improvement within the team
  • Adhere to Design Change and Open point management procedures in the execution of design changes and oversee the modelling of piping & support design in the 3D model;
  • Working with CAD designers in the preparation of CAD tasks and completion sign-off;
  • Undertake investigations for emergent design issues, referring to points of technical authority and actively engaging in other teams;
  • Aggressively pursue timely closure of design change contributions from the multi-disciplinary team, escalating issues where appropriate in pursuit of timely delivery of the work packs.
  • Adhere to the design specification and component catalogues
  • Propose technical solutions to issues that are found on the generic design concept;
  • Effectively communicate with the different stakeholders in the design delivery workflow (calculation team, layout, equipment)
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Mechanical Engineering degree or suitable diploma;
  • Understanding of process plant;
  • Demonstrable track-record of technical work delivery to quality and time;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Very good interpersonal skills;
  • 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
  • Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles in process industries;
  • 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    

Electrical Maintenance Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Electrical Maintenance Technician London £44,000 + OT + benefits Introduction… Astute are partnered with a leader in the Waste Management industry who are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to work out of their Waste Transfer Station in London (SW). This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business within an industry that is only going to continue growing as we move towards a more sustainable world. Roles & Responsibilities As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Hands on maintenance across the site
  • Working on a range of cranes and mobile plant
  • Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site
  • Carrying out mechanical and electrical tests in line with legislation
  • Other duties as required
  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Electrical maintenance experience in either the Waste industry, or a similar Heavy Industrial setting
  • 17th or 18th Edition
  • Experience with PPMs and reactive repairs
  • Knowledge of a range of plant (preferably mobile)
  • A strong team player and a health and safety conscious focus
Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Basic salary of £44,720
  • Monday to Friday 40 hours per week as standard
  • Rotational shift pattern (06:00 - 14:00 or 14:00 – 22:00)
  • Night shifts and weekend overtime paid at T1/2 or 2x
  • Career progression and development opportunities
  If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more. INDREC