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Gemma Nixon

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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  

Field Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Role - Field Service Engineer

Location: Thames Valley Area

Package: £30,000-£35,000 per annum + Company van

 

 

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.

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities

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

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

· 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.

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

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

 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

· Qualified or experienced field service engineer

· Experience with recycling balers and compactors essential

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

· Full UK driving license.

 

 

Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

· £30,000-£35,000 per annum

· Fuel card supplied.

· Company phone and tablet

· Holiday loyalty scheme

· Pension

· In house and manufacturer training provided.

· Progression is available for the right candidate.

· Company van including power tools.

 

 

How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392288208 to speak to Julia Shaw who can tell you more.


Technical Assessor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Technical Assessor

Chesterfield

Waste Management

Up to £27,000 + Package

 

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.

 

The Job

Working as a Technical Assessor, you will be responsible for…
  • 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.

 

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.  

 

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

 

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.

 

What’s on offer
  • Basic Salary of up to £27,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

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

Principal Electrical Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
This role will be embedded on Fazlane. Based on Fazlane 4 days a week minimum. Will be electrical. If we get anyone not from saudia, arabia, eygpt, turkey that would be great. Dont need DV/ Need SC. Rates for salary - Up to late £70's for a Principal Engineer plus car allowance. Principle is 64 - 77,750 + 4290 car allowance. Big gap between junior principal to senior principle. May look at Senior as this finishes at bottom end of principle. Senior Engineer -  Mid 50's- mid 60's.    Company description

 

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 7,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all Job description

 

Your Mission:

We are seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to bolster the technical capabilities of one of our major client's Design Authority (DA) near Helensburgh. This role is ideal for candidates with Electrical Design experience, but those with backgrounds in Electrical Installation or Maintenance are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • ?? Deliver technical excellence in specifying, producing, and assessing design packages for infrastructure.
  • ? Specify reliability and operational constraints for electrical infrastructure systems.
  • ? Assess work control procedures for infrastructure maintenance.
  • ?? Evaluate infrastructure design, material state, and ageing mechanisms to ensure continuous operation of facilities and utilities.
  • ?? Promote a strong safety and security culture across all activities.
  • ? Ensure safety-related contracts meet all requirements by acting as an intelligent customer.

Position Requirements:

Essential:

  • ? Broad experience in electrical engineering, with expertise in HV/MV distribution, LV distribution, protection systems, C&I systems, electrical machines (synchronous motors, frequency changers, diesel alternators).
  • ?? Experience in the nuclear or other high-hazard industries (preferred but not essential).
  • ? Ability to create practical, creative, and cost-effective solutions for design modifications of plant and infrastructure.
  • ? Strong knowledge of British and international design standards.
  • ? Proven track record of making evidence-based decisions using various data sources.
  • ?? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • ? Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload.

If you’re a skilled electrical engineer ready to take on high-impact projects in a safety-critical environment, we’d love to hear from you! ? Apply today!

Qualifications

 

What you will need:

  • HNC or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Detailed knowledge of the Design Intent for Electrical Infrastructure in the nuclear industry or similar industry

Desirable:

  • Incorporated Engineer status or equivalent experience and standing
  • Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
Additional information

 

Why join the community of Switchers?:

? The Group is currently ranked Third in the world for nuclear engineering.

?A dynamic career management policy to enable our employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions

?Provide opportunities to work on exciting, global projects

?Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text

?Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs

At Assystem, we celebrate diversity and creativity. We believe in harnessing unique perspectives to shape innovative solutions. Your skills and daring spirit are what truly matter. Join us and help shape the future! ?

Sole UK national with SC due to the nature of background and supporting information that is required access to.

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Site Operative - Extrusion
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Site Operative

Plastics Recycling

Avonmouth

£34,000 basic salary (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Level 3 Site Operative to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists in the UK. Working at their Plastic Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, the Site Operative will be responsible for supporting with the operating, inspecting and maintenance of static and mobile plant on-site.

This role involves working a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Level 3 Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

  • Operation of multiple machines involved in the recycling of plastics, mainly Extruders
  • Cleaning and performing basic maintenance tasks on machinery
  • Undertaking basic fault finding on machinery
  • Occasional cover at other waste facilities as required.
 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Previous experience of operating mobile plant
  • Demonstrable experience working in a production environment (ideally recycling)
  • Experience operating an Extruder (desirable)
  • Strong understanding of health and safety

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • £34,000 basic salary
  • 10% annual bonus
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Opportunity to work for an industry leader

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Hannah Rymill on 02393 911 227 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Deputy Production Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Deputy Production Supervisor

Plastic Recycling

Skelmersdale

Up to £ 38,500 + Package (Shift work- days and nights)

 

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. As such, they are looking for a strong and experienced Deputy Production Supervisor to join their Plastic Recycling Facility based in Skelmersdale.

 

Role Responsibilities

As the Deputy Production Supervisor your responsibilities will be but not limited too;

 

  • Supervising direct reports, working alongside the Production Supervisor.
  • Ensuring daily operations of the site is carried out efficiently and in line with company policies
  • Support the team, working safely as part of a team of production operatives to ensure maximum productivity.
  • Operating fixed and mobile plant when needed.
  • Ensure the production and relevant departments within the business to deliver KPI’s ensuring production targets are achieved.
  • Produce weekly and month end information and key statistical data to the Production Manager.

 

This is a shift pattern that includes both day and night shifts– please only apply if this is suitable.

 

The Ideal Candidates

 

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have previous experience working in a production supervisory/ team leader role within a heavy process production environment.

 

You will ideally come from industries such as Waste Management, Manufacturing, FMCG and Recycling and have strong leadership qualities to drive and develop a diverse team of production technicians.

 

The ideal candidate will also have a thorough understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace with the relevant certifications and qualifications (IOSH), good working knowledge of 24/7 Continuous Production Operations and Polymers Recycling Operations.

 

This is a shift pattern that includes both day and night shifts– please only apply if this is suitable.

 

To Apply

 

To apply, please call Sam Belazka on 02392 288 207 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]

Transfer Station Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Transfer Station Chemist

Waste Management

Middlesbrough

£22,000 - £25,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Transfer Station Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Transfer Station 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, KPI’s and other requirements.
  • Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
  • Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
  • Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.

 

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. 

 

What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary of £22,000 - £25,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

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

Production Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Production Engineer Water Treatment High Wycombe Competitive Salary + Benefits      Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Production 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 Production Engineer’s primary focus will be to take lead responsibility for the product integration from the development engineering phase to the manufacturing environment.                     Roles & Responsibilities Working as a Production Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Involved in the early development stage of new product development, working closely with the engineering team to help assess new product suitability for mass production. This will also include improvements to existing product portfolios.
  • Identify and produce any bespoke tooling, jigs, or fixtures required for testing and mass production for different teams across the manufacturing facility. e.g., Quality Control, Research & Development.
  • Able to visualise and plan processes and layout, stage material flow on the production floor and coordinate primarily mechanical and electrical build activities.
  • Produce and update work instructions in order to manufacture products in the most efficient way/lean manufacturing. This will include assembly instruction documents and videos. Training of technicians will also be part of this process.
  • Manage new parts and BOMs on new products.
  • Work closely with Quality Control to investigate and resolve any quality issues with products/parts. This Quality Assurance process ensures control and traceability to all modifications to ELGA-released products.
  • Represents the department and provides critical feedback to project leaders.
  • Coordinates actions across departments and may check on quality and work progress.
  • Tasks will be time-sensitive to overall project delivery dates.
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a manufacturing/logistics industry.
  • Water experience
  • HNC in engineering or equivalent qualification.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Familiarity with Google Suite Apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Slides
  • A full, valid driving licence
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive Salary of up to £30,000
  • Monday to Friday
  • Benefits package
  • 25 days Holiday + BH
    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 222 964 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.       INDREC  

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.