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Site Operative - Extrusion
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Site Operative

Plastics Recycling

Avonmouth

ยฃ34,000 basic salary (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

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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.

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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.
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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

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Salary & Package

Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:

  • ยฃ34,000 basic salary
  • 10% annual bonus
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Opportunity to work for an industry leader

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How to Apply

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

Commercial Manager
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  • TERMS: permanent
Person Specification The Commercial / Contract Manager should thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects. Experience: ย - Proven experience in a Junior contract /commercial management role, particularly in handling high value, complex, contracts. ย - Good background in corporate finance, with a good understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management. ย - Foundational experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism. ย - Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects. Personal Attributes: ย - A confident and professional manner, with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively. ย - Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated, even in the face of setbacks or challenges. ย - A passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike. ย - Innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results, and challenge conventional thinking when necessary. ย - A positive outlook, always focused on finding opportunities in adversity, and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations. ย - Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met, with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.

Mechanical Fitter
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  • TERMS: permanent

Mechanical Fitter

Stoke On Trent

Industrial Water Treatment

Competitive Salary

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Introductionโ€ฆ

Our client is one of the world leaders in water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource, and by-product recovery. They are currently looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join their world-famous team in Stoke on Trent.

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Roles & Responsibilities

As Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:

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  • Mechanically constructing, assembling, and fitting water monitors in line with quality documentations and systems including GA and P&ID diagrams.
  • Working with ABS and UPVC Pipework.
  • Analysing Termination and Schematic diagrams.

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Skills & Qualifications

ย We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Good knowledge and understanding of the Water Sector
  • Someone who can read and understand mechanical drawings and diagrams.
  • Able to work alone and in a team.
  • ย With or equivalent to Level 3 NVQ in the relevant trades.

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Salary & Package

Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:

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  • Training and Development schemes
  • Competitive Salary
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • 25 Days Holiday plus Public Holidays

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How to Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the leading specialists in waste management. For more information, please contact George Wilson on 02392 288 207, emailing your CV to [email protected]

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Administrator
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  • TERMS: permanent

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.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Daily handling & management of a service mailbox

  • Quotation creation for:

  • Renewal of Service Agreements

  • Requests for site visits ย 

  • Spare Parts

  • Calibration requirements

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

  • Order acceptance & handling within SAP โ€“ working withย  3rd party vendors

  • Resource planning of engineers for site visits and inhouse work โ€“ 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

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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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Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astuteโ€™s Nuclear Team is partnering with a major infrastructure contractor to recruit a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager for a high-profile project based in Snowdonia ย  The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role comes with a salary of up to ยฃ80,000 dependant on experience and will be based on-site on the project. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation delivering complex infrastructure works in a challenging and highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will take a lead role in driving health, safety and wellbeing standards across site, ensuring best practice is embedded throughout the project lifecycle. If youโ€™re a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager and are looking to work on technically challenging projects with a reputable organisation, then submit your CV to apply today. ย  Responsibilities and duties of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role Reporting to the Project Director, you will: ย 
  • Lead and promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the project
  • Provide expert advice and support to project leadership, managers and supervisors on H&S responsibilities and compliance
  • Ensure all site activities are delivered in line with company procedures, legislation and industry best practice
  • Carry out regular site inspections, audits and surveillance to identify risks and drive continuous improvement
  • Lead and manage accident and incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and preventative actions implemented
  • Monitor and analyse H&S performance data, identifying trends and implementing improvement initiatives
  • Develop and deliver health and safety campaigns, lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement plans
  • Review and approve H&S documentation including plans, procedures and method statements for internal teams and contractors
  • Manage the project induction process, ensuring all personnel receive appropriate onboarding and safety briefings
  • Produce reports and presentations on H&S performance and ensure compliance with project KPIs and stakeholder requirements
ย  Professional qualifications ย  We are looking for someone with the following: ย 
  • Relevant health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a senior H&S role within construction, infrastructure or engineering projects
  • Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements
  • Experience managing audits, inspections and incident investigations
  • Familiarity with health and safety management systems and site-based processes
ย  Personal skills ย  The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role would suit someone who is: ย 
  • A strong leader with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels
  • Organised and detail focused with a proactive approach to risk management
  • A confident communicator able to challenge and support stakeholders effectively
  • Committed to driving a positive safety culture and continuous improvement
ย  Salary and benefits of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role ย 
  • Competitive salary of around ยฃ80,000 pa
  • Additional company benefits
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Service Support Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astuteโ€™s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water treatment and technology services across the UK to recruit an experienced Technical Support Engineer, to play a crucial role in providing technical support to the engineering and commercial teams. The Technical Support Engineer will be responsible for delivering high-quality support related to products, applications, and markets. If youโ€™re a Technical Support Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is an industry leader within the UK water industry, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Working as the Technical Support Engineer, you will:
  • Provide technical assistance of technology and support products, managing requests from both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining documentation for service delivery activities, including work instructions and service delivery plans.
  • Produce and distribute technical bulletins, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are informed, and records are maintained.
  • Collaborate on the development and implementation of new service methods, digital tools, and innovative learning approaches using cutting-edge technology.
  • Support and coordinate the preparation of all necessary documentation and materials required for service delivery, including service acceptance criteria, delivery plans, drawings, and manuals.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in water technologies, particularly in areas such as:
  • Water Chemistry
  • Ion Exchange
  • Reverse Osmosis
  • Electro-Deionisation
Personal skills The Technical Support Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Excellent communication skills with experience in client-facing roles.
  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in documentation.
Salary and benefits of the Technical Support Engineer role
  • Basic Salary up to ยฃ50,000
  • Company vehicle
  • Fuel card
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.

Business Development Manager - Chemicals
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Newcastle โ€“ Field based around the North. 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

Health & Safety Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Environmental Advisor

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

Role Overview

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

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

Key Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

  • Carry out site inspections, monitoring, and environmental audits

  • Support environmental incident investigations and reporting

  • Maintain accurate environmental records and contribute to performance reporting

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

  • Promote environmental awareness and good practice across site activities

  • Support sustainability initiatives, including waste management and resource efficiency

Key Requirements

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

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

  • Working knowledge of UK environmental legislation

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

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

  • Proactive approach to environmental management

Desirable

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

  • Awareness of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

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


Junior Field Service Technician
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Junior Field Service Technician

Waste Management

UK Based

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

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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

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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

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Salary & Package Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Up to ยฃ35,000 basic salary
  • Company van, phone and laptop
  • Full training provided
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Holiday package

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How to Apply

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

Field Service Engineer
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  • TERMS: permanent

Field Service Engineer

Midlandsย 

Up to ยฃ40,000 + Van & Package

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Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a pioneering technology provider of on-line water quality measuring analytical systems. Working as a Field Service Engineer, this will see you travelling across the UK to various customers sites within the Life Sciences, Power, Municipal Water and Industrial Manufacturing industries.

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Roles & Responsibilities

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Attending various sites around the UK, carrying out commissioning, calibration, repair, and general maintenance works to various
  • Providing clear and concise technical support and guidance to customers and colleagues
  • Writing Risk Assessments and Method Statements
  • Following certain site procedures and working practices, including accepting, suspending, and clearing work permits.
  • Offering a first-class service to all customers, ensuring that all works completed are in line with industry guidelines and customer specifications
  • Carrying out relevant documentation and administrative tasks

Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • ONC and HNC in Electrical Engineering/Instrumentation of Control or relevant experience ย 
  • Experience of working within Portable Water, Life Sciences, Power or Industrial sites.
  • A minimum of 3 yearsโ€™ experience as a Service Technician within an instrumentation or calibration role
  • Strong problem solving and diagnostic skills
  • Must be confident carrying out calibrations and repairs with minimal supervision
  • A full, clean driving licence and ability to travel across the UK

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Salary & Package

Whatโ€™s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Up to a ยฃ40,000 basic salary
  • Company van, phone, and laptop
  • Full training provided
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Holiday package

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How to Apply