Kieran Boyton-Salts

Engineering Project Manager

Edinburgh

 

Introduction

Astute are looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join our clients Engineering team in Edinburgh manage the delivery of a range of renewable energy projects and to help continually develop the expanding client base.

 

Role and Responsibilities

The Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Management and responsibility for a variety of renewable energy projects.  
• Preparation and/or review of technical design elements.
• Preparation of documentation and management procurement processes.
• Ensuring financial and technical targets are met in delivering projects.
• Effective management of, and reporting on, project risks.
• Facilitation of agreements and contract negotiation.
• Management and supervision of contractors carrying out services and construction on projects.
• Communication with external stakeholders (e.g. landowners, developers, community bodies, planning authorities, community relations, grid network operators).
• Identify and provide project tasks/details for tracking purposes.
• Update the project team/disciplines on scope, status, changes of the project and schedule/expectations and ensure effective communication with all project stakeholders.
• Management, detailed tracking and communication of project progress from a task, time, schedule, and cost perspective.
• Manage changes in project scopes, identifies solutions for potential issues and derive contingency plans as required, while engaging the appropriate resources.

 

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will:

 

• Chartered Engineer status preferable
• Proven track record in planning, executing, managing and closing on projects
• Experience of leading projects within renewable energy
• Procurement knowledge to provide guidance to procurement focal and to draft contracts
• Proven track record of delivering projects within scope, on time and on budget.
• Experience in preparation of pre-FEED and FEED level reports and documentation to inform investment decisions
• Knowledge and experience of the UK Renewable Industry

 

Salary & Package

In addition to an exciting career, you will also receive

• Salary up to £60,000
• 28 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
• Use of Company Vehicles
• Pension

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.

Field Service Engineer – EV Chargers South - Portsmouth/Southampton/Bournemouth £36,000 - £40,000 + Electric Vehicle + Benefits     Introduction Astute are partnered with one of the most reputable sustainable energy businesses in the UK and a pioneer in the sector. The company develop, construct, own and operate their own renewable energy assets and we’re looking for a Field Service Engineer to attend customer’s sites, maintaining EV Chargers on a day-to-day basis, carrying out maintenance on installations, utilising and testing EV charge point systems, performing preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance as directed.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Field Services Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Undertaking planned inspections and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements.
• Performing reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner.
• Carrying out site survey requests as required.
• Compiling accurate and appropriate documentation for both internal and external stakeholders in a precise and timely manner.
• Keeping accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, High Voltage and safety documents that are suitable for audit.
• Ensuring that work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity.
• Complying with all aspects of company’s ISO standards: Quality Management – ISO 9001/ Environmental – ISO 14001, proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme.
• Complying with the company Health & Safety Policy, including carrying out general housekeeping.
• Participating in an on-call rota.
• Other duties as required.

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

•  NVQ Level 3 electrical qualifications or equivalent.
• 17th/18th edition wiring regulations.
• Ideally at least a year’s experience in electrical/O&M work.
• A dynamic and flexible attitude when it comes to call outs and occasional overnight stays.
• EV Charge point commissioning and O&M experience would be advantageous.
• A full and clean UK driving license.
• 3-phase experience is ideal.

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

• Salary between £36,000 - £40,000 DOE.
• Electric Van provided with charge points on site.
• Private health, pension, and all company benefits.
• Wellbeing program.
• Life insurance.
• Cracking opportunity to join a major player in the sustainable energy sector.

    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 023 9391 9497 to speak to Karianne Morris who can tell you more.     INDREN

Senior Authorised Person - Renewable Energy Hertfordshire/Cambridgeshire/Northamptonshire/North Buckinghamshire/West Essex £50,000 - £60,000 DOE     Introduction Astute are partnered with one of the most reputable sustainable energy businesses in the UK and a pioneer in the sector. The company develop, construct, own and operate their own renewable energy assets and we’re looking for a Senior Authorised Person to carryout operations, construction, commissioning and maintenance works of the high voltage networks on all renewable energy asset types, including ground mount solar PV assets, battery storage and electric vehicle charging solutions                     Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Operations you will be responsible for:  

• Routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on high voltage networks
• Writing High Voltage switching schedules and approval of the same
• Carrying out High Voltage switching
• Issuing safety documents in line with the company’s Electrical Safety Rules
• Performing High Voltage preventative maintenance in accordance with the annual maintenance plans and completing professional reports
• Performing High Voltage corrective maintenance as required and completing reports in a timely manner
• Leading on High voltage faults and reporting findings
• Keeping accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, High voltage switching schedules and safety documents that are suitable for audit

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

• 2+ years of SAP-level High Voltage work experience, experience in solar and private networks, must have had authorisation to issue SFT, PTW
• HV senior authorised up to 33kV at a minimum (private network) an experienced 11kv underground DNO Senior Authorised Person will be considered
• Trained to nationally recognised qualifications in HV operational works
• Experience in commissioning HV switchgear, cable testing and construction works
• Working knowledge of G59 and G99 relays
• Experience in on site management of operational staff and contractors
• A full and clean UK driving licence
• IOSH or NEBOSH Qualification/SMSTS would be desirable
• HND in Electrical Engineering

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

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• Electric Van provided with charge points on site
• Company share scheme
• Private health, pension and all company benefits
• Life insurance
• Cracking opportunity to join a major player in the sustainable energy world

    How to apply? To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.     INDREN  

 

Solar PV Installer

Bedfordshire

£25,000 to £30,000 DOE + benefits

 

 

Introduction…

 

Astute are working with one of the industry leading providers of domestic solar projects across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Solar PV Installer for the roofing aspect of installations, ideally located in and around Bedfordshire, to support with the installation of roof mounted solar panels.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Solar PV Installer, you will be responsible for:

• Installing fixings and panels to a range of surfaces
• Working from heights
• Providing an excellent level of customer service
• Other duties as required

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Experience with installing Solar PV is an advantage
• Experience working at heights (essential)
• Roofing and install experience (essential)
• Happy be flexible to work out of hours and weekends
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive salary of £25,000 to £30,000 depending on experience
• Paid overtime
• Holiday pay and pension
• Use of company vehicle

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.

Solar PV Installer

Bedfordshire

£25,000 to £30,000 DOE + benefits

 

 

Introduction…

 

Astute are working with one of the industry leading providers of domestic solar projects across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Solar PV Installer for the roofing aspect of installations, ideally located in and around Bedfordshire, to support with the installation of roof mounted solar panels.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Solar PV Installer, you will be responsible for:

• Installing fixings and panels to a range of surfaces
• Working from heights
• Providing an excellent level of customer service
• Other duties as required

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Experience with installing Solar PV is an advantage
• Experience working at heights (essential)
• Roofing and install experience (essential)
• Happy be flexible to work out of hours and weekends
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive salary of £25,000 to £30,000 depending on experience
• Paid overtime
• Holiday pay and pension
• Use of company vehicle

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.

Solar Estimator

Buckinghamshire

£30,000

 

Introduction…

Astute are proudly partnered with a well-established business who specialise in Solar Photo Voltaic (PV) systems across the Home Counties. They are currently seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team, providing design and pricing for residential and commercial solar PV installations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business with real progression opportunities.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Solar Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Design and pricing of Solar PV systems for both residential and commercial properties
• Consulting with customers and discussing technical matters in line with their requirements, business needs and financial budgets
• Compiling customer quotations, SAP calculations and return on investment predictions
• Navigating architectural plans and M&E drawings

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• AutoCAD experience and competency
• Ability to transfer designs onto building drawings
• Have at least a basic understanding of Solar PV and battery storage solutions
• Full driving license

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £30,000 basic salary
• Pension
• Use of company vehicle
• Genuine chance of progression within a fast-growing business

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering a global leader in technical services, FM and energy solutions to recruit a SHEQ Manager to join their Manchester team to support a variety of ongoing commercial projects. The SHEQ Manager role comes with a salary up to £55,000 + car allowance and excellent company benefits. If you’re a SHEQ Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that are committed to making a significant contribution to a low carbon world, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As the SHEQ Manager you will:  

• Ensure equal SHEQ support across all service areas and efficiently manage allocated resource.
• Capture and analyse SHEQ performance data to develop and implement improvement plans, also liaising with service Directors to develop strategies.
• Provide technical, legal and other guidance to the region as needed, collaborating with operational teams to standardise practices.
• Assist in Implementing and maintaining ISO standards and systems.
• Monitor and manage regional SHEQ systems, conducting active monitoring and auditing with feedback.
• Manage incidents and coordinate detailed reports, identifying root causes and recommending improvements.
• Liaise with the HSE, Environment Agency, insurers and other bodies during major incidents as required.
• Collaborate with broader team to analyse trends in practices.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A recognised H&S qualification, at minimum NEBOSH certificate level.
• Currently pursuing NEBOSH Diploma in H&S/ Environmental Management or equivalent.
• Recognised M&E certificate/ CITB.

    Personal skills The SHEQ Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Experience managing major SHE incidents.
• Experience in development and implementation of safety management systems.
• Knowledge of SHEQ activities across construction, ideally FM background.
• Flexible to travel and occasionally stay away as required.

    Salary and benefits of the SHEQ Manager role  

• Salary between £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE).
• Car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays.
• Opportunities for development, professional qualifications and training.
• Further company benefits to be discussed.

INDREN

Astute’s Power team is partnering with an international energy company who focuses on making energy more affordable and sustainable to recruit a Design Manager in Coventry. The Design Manager role comes with a salary ranging between £58,000 to £72,000 depending on experience plus an excellent employee benefits package & career progression     If you’re a Design Manager and are looking to work for a company that thrives on creating a culture where everyone feels respected and valued, then submit your CV to apply today.      Responsibilities and duties   In this role you will be building the design team for our EHV/HV Delivery model, ensuring we are delivering quick turnaround on all requests and to the highest standards. You will be driving the team to deliver on the below requirements;

• Producing preliminary and detailed engineering designs from LV – 132kV.
• Liaising with DNO to get design approval.
• Leading on the management of the customer through the design process.
• Project cost estimates and reports.
• Obtaining technical or major procurement item quotations.
• Assisting and mentoring team members in their development.
• Checking quality and technicalities of work produced by other team members.

      Professional qualifications     We are looking for someone with the following:   

• Possess a Degree of Qualification in a relevant Engineering subject.
• Full UK Driving License

      Personal skills     The Design Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Significant, demonstrable experience in Electrical Distribution Design up to and including 33kV or possess extensive and specialist experience within LV or 11kV.
• A highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Possess excellent communication skills and be confident in a client facing role.
• Experienced in using AutoCAD software.
• Experienced in using Windebut Software.
• Experienced with using ERACS or other Power system software.

It would be great if you have:

• Up to date BS7671 wiring regulation certificate.

    Salary and benefits of the Design Manager role    

• Between £58,000 - £72,000 Per Year (Depending on Experience) + Excellent Employee Benefits Package and Career Progression