Gemma Nixon

Junior Field Service Technician

Waste Management

UK Based

 

 

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

 

Roles & Responsibilities As a Junior Field Service Technician you will be responsible for:

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

 

Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Electrical experience with relevant qualifications is essential
• Experience of working within the waste industry, ideally recycling
• Experience of working with compactors and balers
• Strong experience of working with heavy industrial machinery
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience is essential
• Strong customer service and people skills
• Happy to stay away during the working week occasionally

 

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Up to £35,000 basic salary
• Company van, phone and laptop
• Full training provided
• Fantastic company benefits
• Holiday package

 

How to Apply

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

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).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Service Engineer Cambridge £30,000 - £35,000 + Company Van + Overtime   About the role: Astute’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 £35,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime and commission available. If you’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.                      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 £30,000 - £35,000 per annum depending on experience
• Company van & fuel card
• Overtime
• Laptop, mobile, PPE
• 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

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• 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Enhance parental leave
• Flexible & hybrid working arrangements
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection insurance
• Performance-related pay scheme – 15% max on salary
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Support with your career development through our Success Management Process.

 

Job Purpose

To ensure a good flow of office procedures and support the team leader by carrying out common office duties. Maintain a positive and friendly company image by acting as the first line of contact to customers, visitors and vendors in person, online, and via telephone.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Daily handling & management of a service mailbox

• Quotation creation for:

• Renewal of Service Agreements

• Requests for site visits  

• Spare Parts

• Calibration requirements

• Management of opportunities within CRM including following up opportunities with the client.

• Order acceptance & handling within SAP – working with  3rd party vendors

• Resource planning of engineers for site visits and inhouse work – ensuring the resource planning tool is always up to date

• Booking travel requirements for engineering team

• Invoicing and managing customer billing plans within SAP and various customer portals

• Completing margin analysis for life cycle agreements and site work this includes checking time booking within SAP to ensure hours are booked correctly as per the quotation or external work report

• Producing monthly reports for order book management

• Raising purchase requisitions for 3rd party parts and services from vendor quotations

 

Required Qualifications, Skills and experience

• Must have a minimum of three to five years experience working within a service department

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask

• Exceptional communication and customer service skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

• SAP knowledge (essential)

• CRM experience (preferred)

• Strong prioritisation and organisation skills with the ability to handle confidential information

• High personal drive for continuous improvement

• Potential and desire to progress and develop

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Site Chemist Hazardous Waste

West Bromwich £25,000- £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Site Chemist to work with one of the UK’s leading waste management service providers who focus on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their  Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective sampling, testing and analysis of the waste on-site to ensure safe and compliance processing at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the team of on-site Chemists, assisting with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off-site are consistently safe and are compliant in-line with site permits and environmental regulations.
• Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
• Assisting with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
• Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
• Utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
• Work to meet site and laboratory targets for processing.
• Ensuring house-keeping requirements are maintained and continuous improvement programmes supported.
• Undertake all administration tasks as needed such as chemist check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets etc.
• Other tasks as needed.

 

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.

Candidates should have experience working in a Site-based Chemist role or working within an industrial lab with a good understanding of the Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste industry.

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

What’s on Offer

• Basic Salary £25,000- £30,000
• 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]

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement solutions to recruit a Project Controller in Runcorn, Cheshire. The Project Controller role comes with a salary up to £50,000, up to 12.5% pension contributions, private medical and healthcare. If you’re an experienced Project Controller and are looking to work for an organisation that continually strives to win more business and invests in the growth of its employees/company, then submit your CV to apply today                    Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Manager you will:  

• Support Project Managers in ensuring projects meet financial targets and billing milestones.
• Create and maintain project work breakdown structures (WBS) and related work package descriptions.
• Gather and analyse cost data to support project budgets and cost control.
• Organize project review meetings, documenting and updating action points.
• Track and report on time management activities.
• Expedite deliveries and handle logistics paperwork, including packing lists and commercial invoices.
• Prepare and submit invoices through customer portals.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and understand the business needs.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• SAP experience is essential (key user preferred).
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel.
• Attention to detail with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Good time management and ability to prioritize tasks.

Salary and benefits of the Project Controller role  

• Salary range of £40,000 - £50,000
• 12.5% company pension dependent on criteria
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for career development within an international environment
• A fun, collaborative working atmosphere with advanced technologies

  Astute’s Nuclear team are working on a retained basis with Steve Vick, industry leaders in the development of innovative engineering solutions for trenchless renovation and decommissioning of pipes worldwide. We are looking to recruit a Project Manager to join their rapidly growing projects team based at their offices in Bradford on Avon.   The Project Manager role comes with a salary of around £50,000 dependant on experience plus a car allowance and competitive package. This is a really exciting time to join Steve Vick as they develop their projects, expanding further into the water and nuclear sectors.   If you’re an experienced Project Manager with a background working across design and development teams and are looking to work for a forward-thinking organisation, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties   Reporting to the Nuclear Director, the Project Manager will:

• Successfully managing projects at various stages, showcasing expertise across stakeholder management, working with third party vendors, suppliers and contractors.
• Deliver projects on time and to budget, ensuring that all project deliverables meet the highest standards.
• Work with key stakeholders to define the project scope, looking at key objectives and deliverables to develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Manage the project risk register, identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies where needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and protocols throughout the project lifestyle
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress.
• Manage client relationships, leading discussions on design adjustments, scope changes, and any issues that arise during project execution.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies to obtain necessary permits, overseeing the preparation of documentation for regulatory approvals, safety audits, and certifications.
• Other duties as required.

        •       Professional qualifications & skills   We are looking for someone with the following:

• Qualified to degree level, HND of experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Project management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent are advantageous.
• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally within design and development for safety-critical industries (e.g., oil & gas, nuclear, aerospace, rail, water or similar sectors).
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of complex projects from design through to on-site installation.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and best practices relevant to safety-critical industries, ideally holding a relevant health and safety certificate. (IOSH)
• Knowledge of ISO standards and industry-specific regulations.

  The successful candidate must be able to achieve security clearance of SC and eventually DV level Personal skills   The Project Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance client needs with safety and technical requirements.
• A strong desire to maintain continuous professional development through regular training.
• Willing to travel and work away from home in various field locations.
• Able to work in fast paced environments with ever-changing priorities and requirements.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role

• Salary of £50,000 dependant on experience.
• Competitive benefits package including £4000 company car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an incremental increase based on length of service.
• Workplace pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7.5%
• Opportunity for career growth and development within a forward-thinking, safety-focused organisation.