Aaron Rayner

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnered with a leading business within the biogas sector, who build and operate a portfolio of renewable energy facilities. They are looking for an Electrical Engineer to help maintain and repair the electrical systems on Anaerobic Digestate Plants throughout the UK.   The strategically important Electrical Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £45,000, excellent benefits package and the chance to be part of an industry leading business within the renewables sector.   If you’re an experienced Electrical Engineer, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Engineer role Reporting to the Service Manager you will:  

• Perform installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems in industrial environments
• Carry out electrical testing, inspections, and fault diagnosis on power distribution, control circuits, and automation systems
• Planning and undertaking scheduled maintenance
• Deal with emergencies, unplanned problems, and repairs
• Supporting other members of the service team and the Operational Staff.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation
• Working across the UK on sites as required
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Vocational diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Full UK Driving Licence

  Personal skills   The Electrical Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Excellent knowledge of 3 phase electrical systems
• Excellent electrical testing and diagnosis skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics
• Experience of electric motors
• Experience with PLC's advantageous (training will be given)
• Computer literate
• Excellent communication skills, a proactive approach with the ability to work on their own or as part of a team

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Engineer role  

• Salary of up to £45,000
• Overtime
• Excellent benefits package
• The chance to join a leading business with the renewable energy sector

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Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading innovator in renewable energy production, specialising in biogas plants, to recruit a Maintenance Technician for their site in Buckie, Scotland. The Maintenance Technician will apply mechanical expertise to safely carry out planned, reactive and emergency work across the site, minimising any down time.   The Maintenance Technician role comes with a competitive salary, excellent benefits and training.   If you’re an experienced Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that are forward-thinking and at the forefront of green energy and play a key role in driving environmental progress, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Technician role Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will:  

• Ensure that assigned work scopes are carried out safely, to the highest quality and carried out on time
• Ensure Inspection and Testing regime is completed as per Maintenance Plan
• Be involved in root cause analysis investigations for reactive and emergency maintenance to help prevent recurrence of the issue
• Assist and be actively involved, where required, with the integration of site capital projects
• Endeavor to assist maintenance and site teams where required with overtime, out of hours support during emergency breakdowns or during maintenance shut down periods
• Ensure a quick response to reactive and emergency breakdowns to minimis downtime
• Ensure PAS110 compliance where applicable, including control of input materials and AD process requirements
• Be part of an on-call rota if required
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent
• Current Mechanical COMPEX (EX01-EX04 or EX11) certificate (preferred)
• A full UK Driving Licence (essential)

  Personal skills   The Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who is:  

• At least 2 years’ experience within anaerobic digestion or a similar processing environment
• Experience working under a Quality Management System (QMS)
• Experience within a similar industry working under the remit of COMPEX/ATEX regulations

  Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Technician role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Chance to join a leading business in the renewable energy sector

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Astute’s Renewable Team is partnering with a global industrial services organisation specialising in electrical, automation, and energy infrastructure solutions, to recruit a Electrical Field Service Technician Electrical for its UK field-based and regional project sites.

The strategically important Electrical Field Service Technician role comes with a starting salary between £45,000-£50,000, pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements with travel opportunities.

If you’re a Electrical Field Service Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that values safety, technical excellence, and continuous professional development while delivering high-quality engineering solutions then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Field Service Technician role

Reporting to the Field Service Manager / Group Leader Field Service, you will:

• Perform installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems in industrial environments
• Carry out electrical testing, inspections, and fault diagnosis on power distribution, control circuits, and automation systems
• Support modifications, retrofitting, and panel/control cabinet work including parameterisation and programming
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IEC, ATEX, and internal QHSE standards across all site activities
• Prepare and maintain accurate technical documentation, test reports, and service records

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Vocational diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance and field service
• Experience with electrical installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and control systems
• Strong knowledge of electrical testing tools and equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, etc.)
• Understanding of switchgear, control systems, and industrial automation

Personal skills

The Electrical Field Service Technician role would suit someone who is:

• Strongly safety conscious with a clear commitment to QHSE standards
• A confident problem solver with strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Able to work independently in the field and make sound technical decisions
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple site-based tasks effectively
• Willing to travel to customer and project sites as required

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Field Service Technician role

• £45,000-£50,000 (dependent on experience and level)
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements with field-based travel
• Overtime and potential site allowances (where applicable)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to varied industrial projects and advanced electrical systems

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As part of Astute’s People Plus retained search, Astute’s Renewables Team is exclusively partnering with a leading engineering solutions provider within the biogas and wider renewable energy sector, known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and professional development, to recruit a Sales Manager covering East Anglia across to South and Central Wales. The strategically significant Sales Manager role offers a salary between £50,000-£60,000 including, commission, company car, private healthcare and pension. If you’re a Sales Manager looking to join an organisation that places integrity, technical excellence, and people at the heart of its work, submit your CV today. Responsibilities and duties of the Sales Manager role Reporting to the Managing Director, you will:  

• Develop and manage long-term relationships with new and existing customers across your dedicated area.
• Lead sales activity for the full product portfolio within the biogas market, including equipment for feed systems, pumping, maceration, and separation.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers, ensuring solutions are well-matched to operational and commercial needs.
• Collaborate closely with the wider biogas sales team to coordinate strategy, share market intelligence and support joint initiatives.
• Maintain oversight of regional sales activity, covering new plant development, retrofit projects and aftermarket opportunities.
• Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities with plant operators, developers, consultants and EPC partners.
• Travel to customer sites across your area
• Other duties as required

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A degree in Engineering, Business or similar (preferred, not required)
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential

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

• Confident engaging with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Able to explain complex technical solutions clearly and with authority.
• Results-driven, self-motivated and proactive in identifying opportunities.
• Skilled in developing trust, building rapport and creating long-term partnerships.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively as part of a wider sales and engineering team

  Salary and benefits of the Sales Manager role  

• £50,000- £60,000
• Commission structure
• Company vehicle
• Private medical scheme
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Flexible working arrangements

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Project Manager – Anaerobic Digestion Oxfordshire – Hybrid working £60,000 - £75,000 DOE + excellent benefits     Introduction Astute are working with a company who design, build and operate anaerobic digestion facilities in the UK and rest of the world. Due to company growth, they are currently seeking a Project Manager to join their team and support with up and coming projects.                     Roles & Responsibilities As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing project execution plan during bid phase, including: schedule, support estimate development, executing and contracting strategies
• Dealing with all stages from design through to commissioning
• Maximizing project efficiency and profitability
• Manage to Project Budget, forecast, managing variations and changes
• Ensuring all health, safety, quality and environmental procedures are integrated into the clients activities
• Provide a key technical focal point for all engineering and technical clarifications
• Maintaining all contract administration to ensure clarity on project costs, schedule and quality
• Other duties as required

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

• A degree in Engineering, or equivalent qualification with proven experience of delivering similar projects
• Full understanding of the design, installation and project management of process plants (training can be given on the clients process)
• Proven experience of managing engineering projects
• Health, Safety and environmental leadership
• Able to give presentations to senior managers, clients and other external bodies
• Understanding of waste and renewable energy is an advantage

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

• Competitive salary of £60,000 to £75,000 depending on experience
• Bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Other benefits will be discussed

    To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 07441390252 to speak to Aaron Rayner who can tell you more.     INDREN

Astute’s Renewable Energy team is partnering with a UK leading business in anaerobic digestion that provides cost-effective, low carbon, food and organic waste management. We are looking to recruit an Energy for their head office in Bedfordshire. The strategically important Energy Manager role comes with a salary of up to £40,000, life assurance, employer pension and additional benefits package. If you’re an experienced Energy Manager and are looking to work for a leading business within the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Energy Manager role Reporting to the Head of Sustainability & Energy you will:  

• Manage day to day energy sales in line with the company’s hedging strategy
• Be the first point of contact for all Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Gas Purchase Agreement (GPA) and Guarantee of Origin (GoO) enquiries
• Manage all PPA’s and GPA’s in conjunction with the Head of Sustainability & Energy & CFO
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all key external stakeholders
• Secure and manage a variety of business contracts, assisting the HoS&E with maintaining the CLM system.
• Deliver data insights and management information on energy markets, certificate markets and additional revenue optimisation
• Liaising with finance teams to ensure accurate and timely revenue flows
• Communicate effectively with stakeholder and enforce strong process governance.
• Other Duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A recognised qualification in Energy Management, Engineering, Finance or Environmental Science
• Full UK Driving License

  Personal skills   The Energy Manager role would suit someone who has:  

• Understanding of contractual terms and adhering to contractual obligations.
• Experience supporting contract negotiation or supplier performance management.
• Commercial awareness to identify revenue risks and opportunities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, forecasting, validation, model building).
• High numerical accuracy with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to interpret a variety of different types of datasets and provide insights and recommendations
• Highly organised with strong documentation standards.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines across contracts, forecasting, certificates, and finance tasks.
• Comfortable owning compliance, KPIs, and audit-ready records

  Salary and benefits of the Energy Manager role  

• Salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Life assurance
• Employer pension
• Additional benefits discussed at interview

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Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading innovator in renewable energy production, specialising in biogas plants, to recruit a Day Shift Operator on a 12-month fixed term contract for their site in Dufftown   The vital Shift Operator role comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.   If you’re an experienced Operator and are looking to work for a leading business in the UK biogas sector, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Biogas Shift Operator role Reporting to the Process Team Leader you will:  

• Operating Anaerobic Digestion plant and associated equipment via a combination of automated (SCADA) and manual inputs
• Carrying out regular plant walkarounds to assess condition and capability of plant equipment. This includes the taking of meter readings daily.
• Complete minor maintenance tasks and record any findings on CMMS
• Carry out basic lab testing
• Operate mobile plant such a telehandler or forklift truck
• Ensure good standards of housekeeping are maintained
• Monitor the plant remotely once trained and competent
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Minimum of NC level in related engineering discipline (mechanical/electrical/chemical, engineering practice) or equivalent qualifications backed up with a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in an operations process operator role
• A full UK Driving Licence (essential)

  Personal skills   The Day Shift Operator role would suit someone who is:  

• Experienced working in a heavy processing environment
• Has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Hands on and happy to be part of a team
• Keen to work in renewable energy

  Salary and benefits of the Day Shift Operator role  

• A great starting salary
• Excellent benefits package
• The chance to join a leading business in the renewable energy sector

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Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with an established business who own and operate a portfolio of anaerobic digestion plants across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Electrical Automation and Programming Technician to ensure the functionality, reliability and continuous improvement of industrial automation systems. The strategically important Electrical Automation and Programming Technician roles comes with a competitive salary, private medical and dental, car allowance and additional benefits package. If you’re an experienced Electrical Automation and Programming Technician and are looking to work for a leading business in the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Automation and Programming Technician role Reporting to the Group Leader you will:  

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve remote SCADA/PLC issues across various automation platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, WinCC, TIA Portal, etc.)
• Provide real-time technical support to commissioning and field service teams during startup and maintenance
• Configure and maintain industrial networks, remote access tools, and system alarms
• Support retrofit projects and ensure compatibility of updated automation components
• Develop, optimize, and test PLC, SCADA, HMI, and telemetry programs (e.g., Siemens S7, WinCC, C/C++, Python, Linux)
• Assist in commissioning of new systems remotely or in collaboration with field technicians
• Collaborate cross-functionally with field service, engineering, and sales for technical proposals and system design
• Create and maintain user manuals, programming standards, and operating procedures
• Document interventions, updates, and remote diagnostics using ERP/service management systems (e.g., IFS, SAP)
• Conduct risk assessments related to automation systems and proposed preventive actions
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields
• Full UK Driving Licence

  Personal skills   The Electrical Automation and Programming Technician role would suit someone who has:  

• Minimum 5+ years in automation programming, SCADA/PLC development, and remote technical support.
• Proficiency in Siemens (Simatic S7, TIA Portal), Rockwell, WinCC, C, C++, Python, Linux, HMI, and Visu.
• Experience with remote troubleshooting, networking, and cybersecurity for industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with industrial maintenance processes, ERP systems (IFS, MS Dynamics NAV), and technical documentation standards.
• Fluent in the local language and English, another language is a plus

  Salary and benefits of the Electrical Automation and Programming Technician role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Car allowance
• Private medical and dental
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional benefits discussed at interview

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