Aaron Rayner

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 Renewables team is partnering with a leading innovator in renewable energy production, specialising in biogas plants, to recruit a Maintenance Team Leader for its Buckie, Moray site.   The Maintenance Team Leader role comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The purpose of this role is to ensure the Maintenance Team meets compliance requirements, support the Site Leader in setting and monitoring budgets, KPI’s and ensuring targets are met and exceeded.   If you’re a Maintenance Team Leader 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 Team Leader role Reporting to the Site Leader you will:  

• Develop and ensure adherence to the Maintenance Plan to meet compliance, safety, and production targets.
• Maintain operational plant safety and environmental standards, with prompt response to breakdowns.
• Oversee spare parts inventory and regularly review suitability.
• Monitor and report on production and maintenance KPIs, ensuring corrective actions are in place.
• Collect and analyse maintenance data to support data-driven decision-making.
• Train, manage, and develop the maintenance team, ensuring competence and performance.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and implement training plans for new team members.
• Promote a positive and collaborative team culture while addressing underperformance and recognising success.
• Oversee contractor compliance with company safety procedures.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process and system improvement.
• Other duties as required.)

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Qualified to a minimum of HND level in an engineering discipline (or equivalent) or can fully demonstrate comparable experience
• IOSH Certificate/other Safety qualification (desired)
• Six Sigma or similar process related training (desired)
• Full UK Driving Licence

  Personal skills   The Maintenance Team Leader would suit someone who is:  

• Proven ability analysing data and trends.
• Strong leadership experience and proven ability in leading a team in plant operations or similar environment meeting production targets.
• Budget management training and/ or experience.
• Pro-active problem solver, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communicator and ability to delegate.

  Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Team Leader role  

• Competitive starting salary – depending on experience.
• Call out allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Life assurance and healthcare.
• Other benefits to be discussed.

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Astute’s Renewables team is partnered with established anaerobic digestion business who design, build, own and operate assets. They’re looking to recruit a Feedstock and Digestate Manager to lead and oversee feedstock operations across their growing portfolio.   The Feedstock and Digestate Manager role comes with a very competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, healthcare and private medical.   If you’re an experienced Feedstock Manager looking to join an established business in the biogas sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Feedstock and Digestate Manager role Reporting to the Group Asset & Operations Manager you will:  

• Internal teamwork with operations, finance, and maintenance teams
• Engaging with farmers, contractors, suppliers, and landowners
• Understanding of procurement strategies to balance operational and financial requirements of the sites
• Supporting the operations team as required for major works including de-grits
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Higher education/degree in a relevant field e.g. Agriculture, Agronomy etc
• Additional qualifications such as FACTS are desired but not essential
• A valid UK driving licence

  Personal skills   The Feedstock and Digestate Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Experience working in the anaerobic digestion, commercial farming, or waste sector
• High levels of autonomy and initiative
• Strong negotiation skills

  Salary and benefits of the Feedstock and Digestate Manager role  

• Excellent salary depending on experience
• Private Health
• Private Medical
• Car Allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Pension
• The chance to join a leader in the renewable energy sector

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