Greg Storey

Electrical Package Manager Day rate - £420.00 to £460.00 (Outside IR35) Start date - August 2023 Duration - 9 months Location - Aberdare . The Role We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Package Manager to join the Principal Contractor on a new a build Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The Electrical Package will oversee the full electrical installations, whilst monitoring the Electrical Sub-contractors day to day activities. Roles & Responsibilities As a Electrical Package Manager, you will be responsible for:

• You will be responsible for overseeing the full Electrical installations.
• Installation of HV supply packages
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors.
• Have had experience working with 11kv power supply's
• Document day-to-day activity for the Electrical Install.
• Ensuring that all Health & Safety processes and procedures are followed.

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

• 11kV Experience is essential
• Ideally have OCGT or CCGT project experience, however, other project experience such as Energy from Waste is a desirable.
• Ability to organise and manage time effectively.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with other teams within the company
• Ability to show good leadership

If you are interested in this position then please contact James Barker on [email protected] or on 02392 222 960

Site Manager 

Duration - 24 months Location - Eye, Suffolk Day Rate - £430.00 - £440.00 per day Start date - April 2023. The Role We are recruiting a Site Manager for a new build OCGT based in Eye, Suffolk. The Site Manager will be responsible for overseeing all construction actives including design for the Principal Contractor. The Site Manage will require an extensive understanding of Power Station construction, Commercial Management, Planning and Health & Safety.  Reporting to the Technical Director the Site Manager will be responsible for: - All construction actives under CDM regulation (2015) - Design coordination - Commercial responsibilities associated with construction  - Stakeholder management of client, internal and subcontractor - HSE responsibility - Commissioning and handover  Experience of Power Station construction is essential, but specifically CCGT or OCGT wold be advantageous. A degree in an Engineering discipline would be ideal and the successful candidate must have evidential experience of working under CDM regulations.   If you are interested in this position then please contact Greg Storey on [email protected] or on 02392 222 966.

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a Leading Sub-Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit 2x Riggers on 8 month contracts for their Waste to Energy facility based in Cheshire The Riggers will come with an hourly rate from £25.00 to £27.00.     Key skills and responsibilities:   

• Main responsibility will be to work within a multi-disciplined team carrying out Rigging duties as specified. 
• They are responsible for aligning and anchoring the machinery, attaching loads, controlling the movement of heavy equipment, and ensuring the rigging is safe for use.
• Working closely with the Health and Safety professionals on site to coordinator planned lifting of heavy equipment.
• Assemble temporary equipment such as scaffolding, Pre-cast fascades and other temporary works alongside the TWC coordinator on site.
• Inspecting and preparing loads that need to be moved.
• Monitoring and maintaining rigging equipment.
• Valid CSCS certificate
• OSHA qualification

 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Rigger positions:

 

• £25.00 to £27.00 per hour
• Cheshire
• Start date - August 2024

 

Astute’s EPC Contract Power team is partnering with an EPC Contractor within the UK and Global Power Industry to recruit a Mechanical Commissioning Technicians on a 4 months initial contract for its Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Aberdare, South Wales

 

The Mechanical Technician role comes with a day rate from £350.00 to £450.00.

 

 

Key skills and responsibilities: 

 

• To assist in the planning and organising of the mechanical maintenance and repairs of plant and equipment in specific allocated areas of responsibility
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs whilst working on own initiative without supervision
• To assist in surveys and inspections of plant and equipment and take corrective action as required by Company Procedures
• Inspect and supervise all work carried out by contractors to ensure that the work meets the required standards
• Ensure that repairs and planned maintenance are completed in a timely manner and carried out by skilled / qualified staff
• Work closely with the Commissioning Engineers to commission the plant.
• Report any reoccurring, serious and / or unusual defects to the engineering team and take corrective action in accordance with Company procedures
• To ensure that plant and equipment are suitable and sufficient for activities to be compliant with legislation and licensing requirements
• Carry out calibrations and verify a variety of measuring devices.
• Ensure health and safety and security in own area of responsibility
• Understand and manage risks and hazards associated with site and undertaking associated Risk Assessments
• Implement work procedures and work instructions including site safety rules
• Day-to-day communication with the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer.
• Report accidents and near misses and participate in investigations
• Experience working within the Power Industry as a Mechanical Technician.

 

 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Mechanical Technician role:

 

• Aberdare, South Wales
• £350.00 to £450.00 per day 
• Start date - October 2024
• 4 months contract

 

 

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit General Operative on a 6 months contract basis for their Energy from Waste plant in Ellesmere Port

 

The General Operative position come with an hourly rate from £16.00.

 

 

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Support the tradespeople on site by moving goods, cleaning machinery, and coordinating the works on site.
• Collecting items from the warehouse, plus preparing and completing warehouse orders for delivery or pickup.
• Prepare the construction site for scaffolding and temporary works if and when required.
• Be on hand to assist to warehouse team when required for specific operative works.
• Must hold a valid CSCS card
• Desirable - Banksman qualification 
• Have experience working within the Power Industry as a General Operative.

 

 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the General Operative roles:

 

• Ellesmere Port
• £16.00 per hour (Inside IR35)
• Start date - November

 

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

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

 

 

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage negotiations for commercial contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Develop and oversee financial models, budgets, and forecasts for energy projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and profitability targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives, government bodies, regulatory authorities, and third-party contractors.
• Monitor and assess market trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities to identify potential risks and growth opportunities in the energy market.
• Provide commercial input into the planning, execution, and delivery of the energy from waste project, ensuring timely and cost-effective outcomes.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks related to this project, contracts, and market conditions, ensuring risk strategies are in place.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., environmental regulations, safety standards, etc.) in all commercial activities.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on commercial performance, financial status, and key business metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, from inception to completion, ensuring all obligations are met and delivering value to the organization.
• Work closely with technical, legal, and operations teams to support successful project execution, ensuring commercial and technical alignment.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize procurement strategies, and drive efficiencies across energy project budgets and contracts.
• Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive experience in commercial management within the energy or utilities sector.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a degree in Construction Law (Essential)

 

 

 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Commercial Manager position:

• Home based with occasional travel to and from their site in Teesside.
• £500.00 to £600.00 per day (outside IR35)
• November 2024

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

The C&I Commissioning Engineer role comes with a day rate from £450.00 to £500.00.

 

 

Key skills and responsibilities: 

• Hands-on 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.
• 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.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Engineer, the Commissioning Manager, and the Head of Commissioning where necessary

 

 

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

 

• Suffolk
• £450.00 to £500.00 per day
• Start date - August 2024

 

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit a Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer on a 8 months contract basis for their Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer will come with a day rate from £500.00 to £550.00.     Key skills and responsibilities: 

• 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
• Deputize Commissioning Manager in his/her absence.
• 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.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer position:  

• Bedfordshire
• £500.00 to £550.00 per day
• Start date - August 2024

 

Astute’s EPC Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor within the UK Power Industry to recruit a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer on a 6 months contract basis for their Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer will come with a day rate of £500.00 per day.     Key skills and responsibilities: 

• 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.
• Provide theoretical and practical training to customer personnel.
• Report to the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer on site.
• 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 (desirable)
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.

 

 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer position:  

• Bedfordshire
• £500.00 per day
• Start date - October 2024