Greg Storey

• Hands-on commissioning of mechanical/process components and systems such as, fuel supply system, firefighting and fire protection systems, cooling, water systems and HVAC
• Carrying out and managing piping networks cleaning using various methods such as pigging, air blowing, flushing, etc.
• Carrying out testing on mechanical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Managing and leading the team of mechanical engineers, electrical supervisors, technicians, etc. Participate in the Plan of the Day meeting daily providing resourceful inputs on the work progress.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Visual inspection of equipment/systems for correct and complete erection, adequate cleanliness, and safe access in consideration of related engineering documents, such as P&IDs, wiring diagrams, system descriptions etc.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Manage the documentation submission for project close-out.
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.
• Report to the Commissioning Manager and the Head of Commissioning
• At least 7 years working experience in power stations Mechanical and Process Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance.
• Waste to Energy experience is an essential requirement for this position.
• BEng/HND in Mechanical/Process engineering
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.

• Aberdare, South Wales
• £500.00 to £550.00 per day
• Start date - January 2025

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to HSEQ. Actively encourages and leads the full project teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements
• Has overall responsibility for ensuring Company HSEQ Management Systems are maintained, reviewed and implemented on site and that HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable.
• Manages the every day Construction of the project.
• Contributes experience of putting into effect standardised methods in order to identify complex problems
• Develops guidelines and requirements
• Ensures that project is built on time and within budget.
• Collaborates within site and project team organisation and specialist departments
• Documents and traces non-conformities, deviations and claims
• Schedules final erection inspections
• Provides overall assurance that actions arising from HSEQ inspections and audits are completed, closed and effective
• Co-operates and exchanges experience with colleagues responsible for products and other project teams and departments
• Progresses change requests (technical, time and costs)
• Establishes lessons learned for current and future projects
• Acts as point of contact for contractor's management
• Establishes and monitors key milestones
• Work closely with the EPC team on site.
• Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Is aware of the HSE requirements relevant to their role, and implements and complies with them

• Degree or HNC/HND in building engineering, civil engineering or construction related subject or alternatively experience working in the Wind Sector / construction industry.
• Vast experience with overseeing the build and delivery of large-scale Wind Farms in the UK.
• Institute of Civil Engineering (ICE) (desirable)
• Several years‘ experience 
• Experienced in the co-ordination of contracts and contract management
• Experienced as a leader in Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) management and has knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal requirements
• Must have Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or equivalent
• Valid Safety Contractors Certificate (SCC) or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft suite applications.

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading Principal Contractor within the UK Power Industry. We have 2 Contract requirements for Lead Plant Operators to join 2 Large-scale Open Cycle Gas Turbine plants based in South Wales and Suffolk.

The Lead Plant Operator positions come with a day rate from £375.00 to £425.00 per day outside of IR35.

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Thorough understanding of plant mechanical and electrical systems and components and hands-on operation through DCS/PLC and any other applicable HMI and/or control system
• Aligns plant equipment; makes necessary adjustments to plant systems/equipment as directed by the Commissioning Manager or the Lead Mechanical and Electrical Engineers. Operates various manual valves and/or circuit breakers throughout the plant site.
• Managing and leading the team of plant operators, preparing their working schedule and shifts. Participate in the Plan of the Day meeting daily providing resourceful inputs on plant operation issues and objectives.
• Assists others in performance testing of equipment/systems and on-the-job training of other Operators.
• Troubleshoots plant equipment to resolve operational problem.
• Plan and organize plant preservation and preventive maintenance, while keeping the appropriate records
• Monitors and records data available using various instruments, recording charts/graphs and other monitoring devices onto shift logs as directed by plant operational procedures.
• Follows safety/environmental rules and regulations. Implements project safe work practices and immediately identifies hazards and recommends and/or implements repairs.
• Understands and executes the equipment clearance (LOTO) procedure, as well as Job Safety Analysis/Work Authorization/Confined Space/Hot Work Permits.
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel and operators.
• Report to the Lead Mechanical/Electrical Engineers, the Commissioning Manager, and the Head of Commissioning where necessary.
• At least 7 years working experience in operation of large power stations with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance.
• BENG/HND in Mechanical/Process/Electrical engineering is preferred.
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong Organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Lead Plant Operator position:

• Sites are based in Suffolk and South Wales
• £375.00 to £425.00 per day
• Start date - February 2025

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading Client within the UK Power Industry to recruit a Contracts Manager on an initial 6 months basis for their new build Waste to Energy facility in the Teesside area.

The Contracts Manager comes with a day from £500.00 to £600.00 per day.

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• To lead and work with the Project Delivery Team in developing and negotiating the EPC
• Contract and other ancillary contracts supported by external lawyers.  The form of EPC Contract will be based on a flow down form the Authority’s Waste Infrastructure Development Programme (WIDP) form of contract.
• Draft the Conditions of Contract and input into the Commercial and Technical Schedules to ensure alignment across all documents.
• Advise on and review the security package (PCG, Bonds, Collateral Warranties, Insurances) and ensue that the risk is fully understood and appropriately allocated.
• Liaise with all the clients Departments (Capital Projects / Business Development / Legal / Operations / Finance/ Treasury/ Insurance / SHEQS) and ensure that all of the clients requirements have been adequately reflected in the EPC Contract.
• Respond to queries from external advisers (Lawyers / Lenders Technical Adviser / Lenders Legal Adviser).
• Check full contract documents prior to contract award.
• Ensure Company policies, procedures and standards are rigorously applied.
• Ensure synergies across the group are maximised in contract management arrangements.
• Support the Project Delivery Team in the contract administration of the EPC Contract. A proactive approach is required to ensure that all contractual communication response timeframes are adhered to and that the relevant communications / notifications are being issued. 
• Work closely with Project Controls and Project Delivery Managers / Representatives on risk management, change or cost control. 
• Review and draft communications and Notices on behalf of the Project Manager or Representative as may be required.
• Prepare documentation and provide advice to support any dispute resolution proceedings.
• Lead in the review and maintenance of contractual securities (e.g. review of collateral warranties, insurances, bonds etc.) to ensure continuity of cover and compliance with the contract conditions.
• Advise as appropriate on any contractual steps to be taken to avoid or recover from delay or cost escalation that may occur.
• Lead in pricing negotiations with EPC Contractors to include indexation mechanisms.
• Assist in the preparation of Investment Review Committee (IRC) submissions.
• Check Payment Applications and assist in the processing of invoices.
• Advise on likely cost recovery as a result of liquidated damages.
• Preparation of the final account or similar financial statement or agreement as required by the Project Delivery Team.
• Legal qualifications or experience.
• Relevant chartership.
• Familiarity with Project Financing on major infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with the WIDP form of contract and IChemE form of contract.
• Experience of representing clients and negotiating major infrastructure contracts from inception through to contract award.
• Familiarity with ERF or similar process-based construction projects.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Contracts Manager position:

• Home based with occasional travel to and from their site in Teesside.
• £600.00 to £650.00 per day (outside IR35)
• February 2025

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit a Electrical Commissioning Engineer on a 5 months basis for its Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Eye, Suffolk.

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer role comes with a day rate of £450.00 to £500.00 per day. 

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Working closely with the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer on site to handle all electrical commissioning activities for a gas power project in UK, until successful handover to the customer. The scope of activities will be: Experienced with NG TP106 Process Framework thereby ensuring commissioning is conducted with a level of governance and associated audit trail.
• Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as, transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorized valves, instruments etc. Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
• Carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Managing and leading the team of LV/MV/HV electrical engineers, electrical supervisors, technicians, etc. Participate in the Plan of the Day meeting daily providing resourceful inputs on the work progress.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer and the Commissioning Manager on each specific site.
• At least 7 years working experience in power stations Electrical (MV/LV and I&C) Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance.
• BEng /HND in Electrical engineering
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ideal project experience working within CCGT, OCGT, Energy from Waste, or Nuclear energy.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Commissioning Engineer roles: 

• Eye, Suffolk
• £450.00 to £500.00 per day - Outside IR35
• February 2025

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• Hands-on commissioning of mechanical/process components and systems such as, fuel supply system, firefighting and fire protection systems, cooling, water systems and HVAC
• Carrying out and managing piping networks cleaning using various methods such as pigging, air blowing, flushing, etc.
• Carrying out testing on mechanical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Visual inspection of equipment/systems for correct and complete erection, adequate cleanliness, and safe access in consideration of related engineering documents, such as P&IDs, wiring diagrams, system descriptions etc.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.
• Report to the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer on site and work closely with them to rectify any faults.
• At least 7 years working experience in power stations Mechanical and Process Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance.
• BEng/HND in Mechanical/Process engineering
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.

• Bedfordshire
• £500.00 per day
• Start date - February 2025

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Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit a Telehandler on a 12 month contract basis for its Waste to Energy facility based in the Ellesmere Port area.

The Telehandler role comes with an hourly rate of £17.87 per hour.

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Operate a telehandler to lift, move and position materials across the site.
• Safely load and unload materials from trucks.
• Transport materials to designated areas within the construction site.
• Provide general facilities and maintenance assistance on site.
• Report to the Construction Manager on site for the EPC Contractor
• Moving equipment such as Pipes, and cables to be installed on the plant.
• Valid CPCS card.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Banksman/Traffic Marshall qualification.
• Hardworking and flexible attitude.
• Competent to work alone safely and diligently, and also as well within a busy team.
• As a member of the Facilities Team, help with all the following responsibilities:

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Telehandler position:

• Ellesmere Port
• £17.87 per hour (Flat rate for 7 days)
• Start date - April 2024

Astute’s EPC Contract Power team is partnering with an EPC Contractor within the UK and Global Power Industry to recruit an Electrical Commissioning Technician on a 6 months initial contract for its  Open cycle gas turbine project for their site in Bedfordshire.

The Electrical Commissioning Technician roles comes with a day rate from £400.00 to £475.00.

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Hands-on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as, transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorized valves, instruments etc. Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
• Assist the commissioning engineers in carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Preparation of the site for the electrical team to plan ahead for site works.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer for this project.
• At least 7 years working experience in power stations Electrical (MV/LV and I&C) Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance as an Electrical Technician.
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Commissioning Technician role:

• Bedfordshire
• £400.00 to £475.00 per day
• Start date - March 2025
• 6 months contract

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit a Site C&I Commissioning Engineer to join one of the team at their Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire

The Site C&I Commissioning Engineer role comes with a day rate of £500.00 per day.

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Work closely with the Lead C&I Commissioning Engineers and Technicians throughout the commissioning of electrical components and instruments such as motorized and pneumatic valves, instruments, transmitters, loop checks, etc.
• Carrying out testing on instrumentation against the whole loop (DCS to field), as well as system optimization and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols
• Carrying out calibration or verification of the calibration using HART communicator, current/voltage generator etc.
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Work closely with the Commissioning Engineers on day-to-day basis. 
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site C&I Commissioning Engineer roles:

• Bedfordshire
• £500.00 per day.
• Start date - March 2025
• Duration - 6 months

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