Kieran Boyton-Salts

Skilled Labourer – Renewable Energy Wadesbridge and various sites around UK £16,000 - £21,000 + Benefits     Introduction Astute Are partnered with a renewable energy company that design, build and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the UK. Due to growth, we are looking for a motivated Skilled Labourer to join their existing team and assist with the installation of PV systems, together with operations and maintenance on various UK sites.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Skilled Labourer, you will be responsible for:

• General site maintenance, including tools and equipment.
• Operating telehandlers.
• Working to strict health and safety standards.
• Flexibility to work away and during evenings.
• Working safely at heights and manual handling.
• Other duties as required.

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

• Previous experience working on construction sites/ working in general labour roles.
• Flexibility to work around the UK, including evenings and weekends.
• A Driving License is essential.
• Telehandler ticket/ MEWP 3a & 3b ticket is desirable.
• CSCS card.
• Relevant safety trainings, such as working at heights, manual handling.

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

• Salary up to £21,000 DOE.
• Progression opportunities & development
• Chance to join the renewables energy sector.
• 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays, extending to 25 days after 2 years.
• Company pension.

    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

Field Service Engineer – EV

North East Region – 

£36,000 to £42,000 + 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 customers' sites, maintaining solar ground mounted PV and Battery Storage systems on a day-to-day basis, carrying out maintenance on installations, utilising and testing solar PV and Battery Storage systems, performing preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance as directed

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Field Services Manager, as a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Undertaking planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements
• Performing reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner
• Carrying out site surveys 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 the company Health & Safety Policy, including carrying out general housekeeping
• Complying with all aspects of the company’s ISO standards: Quality management - ISO 9001 / Environmental - ISO 14001 proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme
• Participating in an on-call rota

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 3 electrical qualifications or equivalent
• 17th/18th (preferably) edition wiring regulations
• Ideally at least a year’s experience in electrical/O&M work on utility scale solar sites
• A dynamic and flexible attitude when it comes to call outs and occasional overnight stays
• A full and clean UK driving licence
• Battery storage experience is advantageous

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary of between £36,000 to £42,000, DOE
• Electric Van provided with charge points on site
• Private health, pension and all company benefits
• Cracking opportunity to join a major player in the sustainable energy world

Solar Team Leader       

Hertfordshire (remote)

£35,000-40,000 per annum DOE + package

 

Introduction

 

Astute are proud to be working with one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies who are looking for a Solar Team Leader to join their team. The client delivers renewable energy projects across the world working across onshore and offshore wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Solar Team Leader you will be responsible for:

• Daily planning alongside the Coordinator a team of Solar Technicians
• Demonstrating good leadership for health and safety and help improve safety standards
• Review and approve work orders
• Set high standard for quality and compliance of maintenance tasks
• Discuss weekly performance with the Solar O&M Manager and demonstrate accountability for the performance of their region
• Support budgeting and commercial planning activities

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience in Operations & Maintenance in large scale solar environments
• Experience working with SCADA or data monitoring systems
• DC & LV installation, fault find, testing and commissioning experience
• Previous leadership/project management experience
• Fully qualified Electrician
• Full UK Driving License

 

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £35,000 - £40,000 per annum DOE
• Company van and fuel card
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Company bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391332 and ask to speak to Megan who can tell you more.

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.

  About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the most reputable sustainable energy companies in the UK and a pioneer in the sector. The company develop, construct own and operate their own renewable energy assets and we are looking for a Field Service Engineer to attend their sites in Reading and surrounding areas which will be a mixture of EV chargers, large scale solar and battery storage assets. The Field Service Engineer role comes with a salary of £41,500, excellent development and progression opportunities, an electric vehicle with charge points on site and company benefits. If you’re an Electrical Field Service Engineer and are looking to work for a diverse role in the renewables sector, please get in touch.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Field Service Manager you will:

• Undertaking planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements
• Performing reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner
• Carrying out site surveys 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, and safety documents that are suitable for audit
• Ensuring that work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity
• Complying with the company Health & Safety Policy, including carrying out general housekeeping
• Complying with all aspects of the company’s ISO standards: Quality management - ISO 9001 / Environmental - ISO 14001 proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme
• Participating in an on-call rota

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 3 electrical qualifications or equivalent
• 17th/18th (preferably) edition wiring regulations
• Ideally at least a year’s experience in electrical/O&M work
• EV charge point commissioning and O&M experience would be advantageous
• 3 Phase experience is ideal

    Personal skills: The Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• A dynamic and flexible attitude 
• A full and clean UK driving license
• Passionate about renewable energy and working with a pioneer in the industry.

    Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role:

• Salary up to £41,500 + Benefits
• Electric Van provided with charge points on site
• Private health, pension, and all company benefits
• Wellbeing programmes
• Life insurance
• Cracking opportunity to join a major player in the sustainable energy world

    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 07441 391942 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.   INDREN

Astute’s Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a utility scale solar O&M company to recruit a Junior Field Service Engineer for its sites in Bristol, Swindon and the surrounding areas. This role comes with a salary of £30,000 - £36,000 DOE, company van and provides an excellent opportunity to move into the utility scale solar world. If you’re a qualified electrician and are looking to get into the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Operations you will:

• Assisting with planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements. Learning around reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and standard operating procedures
• Performing reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner
• Carrying out site surveys 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 the company Health & Safety Policy

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualifications or equivalent
• 17th/18th (preferably) edition wiring regulations
• Ideally at least a year’s experience in electrical installation/maintenance work in either an industrial, commercial or even domestic capacity
• Full UK licence

Personal skills The Junior Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Keen to get into renewables A real passion for renewable technologies such as solar PV, battery storage etc
• Happy to travel around to sites in a field-based role

Salary and benefits of the Junior Field Service Engineer role

• Salary of between £30,000 to £36,000 DOE (the upper end is for someone with more working experience and likely for those with some solar)
• Company vehicle
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Great opportunity to get into renewable energy