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EC&I - Discipline Manager
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  • TERMS: permanent
Discipline Manager – EC&I        Stockton-on-Tees Competitive salary + Benefits Introduction, Astute are looking for a Discipline Manager – EC&I, who will report into the Head of Engineering, to  manage delivery of defined engineering tasks for different projects to the highest standards complying with legal obligations and client statement of requirements. Roles & Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering, as the Discipline Manager, you will be responsible for:  
  •  Set, implement and maintain effective electrical, control & instrumentation engineering systems, strategies, projects and processes ensuring required performance and compliance are delivered and maintained.
  • Provide appropriate guidance and hands on support to personnel and customers on electrical, control & instrumentation engineering matters including shutdowns, unplanned/planned events, incidents, projects, mods, and improvement activities.
  • Ensure technical documentation (procedures, drawings, instructions, guidance, systems,) are accurately and consistently sourced, stored, updated, and communicated.
  • Assist in providing functional design specifications on agreed existing and new assets.
  • Complete assigned audits communicating outcomes and driving actions.
  • Deliver projects (capital, revenue, improvement & change management,) consistent with project management procedures, ensuring changes are raised and approved via the ‘Management of Change’ process.
  • Be active in safety schemes providing support, reporting and implementing actions including reporting, investigations, audits, housekeeping and supervision to safe working systems standards and the support of technical safety reviews e.g. HAZOP, LOPA, RBI, functional Safety compliance etc.
  • Provide support to others including central contact and information point on designated matters, delivering technical training, and coaching to support competence.
  • Represent electrical, control & instrumentation interests at cross site functional group meetings and support improvement processes in line with competence and business need.
  • Contract owner for assigned contracts delivering efficiency and performance through performance and quality audit and appropriate KPIs
  • Budget owner for assigned budgets.
  • Research upgrades / new equipment / new techniques / new procedures and contribute ideas and complete actions improving control of work, planning & maintenance systems, process, and actions.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required, Instrument or Control engineering preferred.
  • TUV Rheinland approved Functional Safety Engineer BOSIET & MIST certificates – Desirable
  • Full-range instrument engineering experience in a process, petrochemical plant, or power generation environment.
  • Working knowledge and experience in all functional safety activities.
  • Experience in specification, design, purchase, and installation and commissioning of instrument and electrical systems.
  • Experience of reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, design standards, operating and maintenance manuals and procedure manuals.
Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • A competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Private medical
  • Pension
How to Apply To apply for this position, please send an updated CV along with a cover letter to [email protected] or dial 02393 910 038 and ask to speak with Emily Lobacz. INDPOW

EC&I Technician - CHiP
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  • TERMS: permanent

EC&I Technician – CHiP Beckton Competitive Salary + Benefits

 

Introduction… We are looking for an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician to join the Maintenance Department of a Combined Heat and Power facility in East London. Utilising the latest technology, the site is producing 17MW of Heat & Power from used fats, oils and greases (FOGS) from the local area.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Electrical Engineer, as an EC&I Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all EC&I assets to ensure efficient operation of the site and to maximise plant availability. This includes pressure, temperature, flow and level transmitters as well as DCS and PLC control systems. Electrical maintenance work on motors, switchgear, generators etc would also be required
  • Programming the sites DCS/PLC equipment
  • Supervising and directing contractors
  • Maintaining the continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS)
  • Assisting in plant shutdowns and outages
  • Ensuring all work is carried out in line with company health and safety policies and procedures
  • Updating work order records through the sites CMMS.
  • Assisting the Operations team with out of hours technical support.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A relevant technical qualification such as an HNC/ONC in electrical or C&I engineering
  • At least three years’ experience in EC&I maintenance, post apprenticeship, in a heavy process environment/sector (e.g. power station, chemical plant, paper mill, refinery, steel works etc).
  • Experience with control systems (DCS, SCADA, PLC’s) and instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, level etc) equipment
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of HV/MV/LV electrical systems
  • Ideally an IOSH or NEBOSH or Health & Safety Qualification
  • A flexible approach to working hours

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • A competitive salary
  • Benefits package including Pension and Private Medical Insurance
  • Opportunity to work on a highly efficient CHP Power Station

How to apply?

If you are interested in this position, then please send a copy of your up-to-date CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or call Emily Lobacz on 02393 910 038 who can tell you more.

Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Commissioning Engineer – Process Equipment Milton Keynes / M1 Corridor Competitive Salary + Benefits     Introduction Astute Technical Recruitment are working with a leading suppler of processing technology into the food, beverage, marine, energy and oil & gas sectors.  We are looking for a Commissioning & Service Engineer focusing on separation & flow equipment. With their Head Office in Milton Keynes, we are looking for someone situated along the M1 in the area who is happy working out of the office and at customer sites, nationwide. You’ll be involved with starting up and testing new equipment, carrying out technical assessments and liaising with the project team and customers for installation work.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Utilities Engineer you will be responsible for:
  • As part of the nationwide projects team you’ll be involved with successfully starting up, commissioning & testing new separation & flow technology equipment.
  • Carrying out reviews of installations, GA Drawings, P&ID’s and EPLAN as part of technical assessments.
  • Working alongside the automation engineer to plan full system integration.
  • Preparation of commissioning documentation.
  • Communicating with internal & external stakeholders.
  • Review of the warranty process.
  • Supervise site installation.
  • Lead technical discussions with customers inline with the commissioning programme.
  • Carry out mechanical assembly works, electrical inspections and commissioning on control panels and instrumentation.
  • Configuration of HMI’s and drive units.
  • Any other duties as required (full job specification is available on request).
    Skills & Qualifications To be considered for the role of Commissioning Engineer we are looking for someone with the following criteria (essential):
  • Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification
  • Experience in servicing / maintaining / commissioning process flow & separation equipment such as pumps, mixers, centrifuges etc.
  • It would be advantageous if you had process engineering experience
  • Full UK driving licence
    Salary & Package We are offering a competitive salary and benefits package for the Commissioning Engineer vacancy as follows:
  • Highly competitive Salary
  • Company van, fuel card & phone / laptop
  • Overtime
  • Opportunity to travel UK wide
    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 02393 910 038 to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.     INDPOW

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer Stoke-on-Trent Competitive Salary & Company Van Introduction Astute are currently looking for a Site/Field Service Engineer who has a multi-skilled engineering background to join a leading company within the food processing industry to work on their sites across Stoke-on-Trent. You will be carrying out inspections, operations, and maintenance to be delivered safely, on-time and in budget to ensure maximum availability of the sites. Roles & Responsibilities As the Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Conduct planned field service activities of all types including service, breakdowns, installations, and commissioning support within agreed timeframes.
  • Ensure the customer is fully informed on all activities especially when there are issues identified that may require additional costs or have an influence on the operation or life of the asset.
  • Effective communication with the service office with regards to additional parts required, technical difficulties identified and the need for specialist input as appropriate.
  • Ensure correct working methods are used and conducted in accordance with QSHEE requirements and Health & Safety Policies
  • Be available for work over weekend periods as required to fulfil the business activities.
  • Be available to work on a ROTA basis for breakdown cover and out of hours technical support.
Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in field service of industrial equipment.
  • Able to demonstrate strong mechanical competency through a recognised qualification.
  • Some basic electrical knowledge would be an advantage.
  • Willingness to travel extensively around the UK to customer sites with frequent nights away from home.
  • Valid driving licence
Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Salary of up to £40,000
  • Company Van and fuel card
  • Laptop, mobile phone and hotel card
How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 910 038 and ask to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.

Mechanical Technician
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  • TERMS: permanent

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer Bristol Competitive Salary & Company Van Introduction Astute are currently looking for a Site/Field Service Engineer who has a multi-skilled engineering background to join a leading company within the food processing industry to work on their sites across Bristol. You will be carrying out inspections, operations, and maintenance to be delivered safely, on-time and in budget to ensure maximum availability of the sites. Roles & Responsibilities As the Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Conduct planned field service activities of all types including service, breakdowns, installations, and commissioning support within agreed timeframes.
  • Ensure the customer is fully informed on all activities especially when there are issues identified that may require additional costs or have an influence on the operation or life of the asset.
  • Effective communication with the service office with regards to additional parts required, technical difficulties identified and the need for specialist input as appropriate.
  • Ensure correct working methods are used and conducted in accordance with QSHEE requirements and Health & Safety Policies
  • Be available for work over weekend periods as required to fulfil the business activities.
  • Be available to work on a ROTA basis for breakdown cover and out of hours technical support.
Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in field service of industrial equipment.
  • Able to demonstrate strong mechanical competency through a recognised qualification.
  • Some basic electrical knowledge would be an advantage.
  • Willingness to travel extensively around the UK to customer sites with frequent nights away from home.
  • Valid driving licence
Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Salary of up to £40,000
  • Company Van and fuel card
  • Laptop, mobile phone and hotel card
How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 910 038 and ask to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more. INDPOW

Permit Co-Ordinator - CHP
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Permit Co-Ordinator Competitive Salary + Benefits Sellafield, Cumbria Introduction, Astute are looking for a Permit Co-Ordinator to support the CHP Plant, providing consistency of approach, understanding and actions between Operations and E&M to facilitate the production of Safety Documentation. Roles & Responsibilities As the Permit Co-Ordinator, you will be responsible for:
  • To contribute to the development, leadership & delivery of the Operational strategy and KPI’s by acting as a link person between Operations and E&M personnel, driving consistency of response and continuity of approach
  • Drive and actively contribute to the effective and consistent management of the work control process at Fellside, from an Operation’s and E&M perspective.
  • Discuss, agree, and communicate the timing of plant release for maintenance, factoring in known plant defects and conditions.
  • To be recognised as a focal point in providing professional knowledge and advice on the work control process
  • As required, act as a key support person to the duty Shift Manager, on both a day-to-day basis and in times of plant upset or incident.
  • To be fully conversant with the safe working procedures and all site operating and emergency procedures, operating instructions and to have a working knowledge of COMAH regulations.
  • To be conversant with site Major Accident Hazards (MAH) and procedures while source improvements in both the Plant & Business processes, policies, and procedures. To achieve these by identifying any impacts or conflicts at the earliest opportunity & by remaining up to date with industry knowledge, legislation, trends, key organisations, and best practice
  • To develop and maintain effective working relationships with other company personnel, within the Operations and E&M Department. To extend this to all site customers, visitors and external relationships including industry and professional forum representation and local community groups
  • To be fully conversant with the Safe Working Procedures and following relevant training, achieve and maintain Senior Authorised Person Status, including Low Voltage authorisation. Following relevant High Voltage training to be authorised to undertake High Voltage isolations and switching activities on site.
  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • ONC or equivalent in plant operations / production or equivalent engineering discipline qualification.
  • PPO 1, 2 & 3 or equivalent.
  • Time served apprenticeship – desirable.
  • Experience working in and contributing to a continuous process / production environment.
  • Boiler, Gas Turbines, DCS or similar knowledge & experience.
Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • A highly competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Opportunity to join a modern power station
  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 02393 910 038 to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.  

Plant Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Servicing Team is partnering with a Construction and Demolition waste plant, offering a unique opportunity to launch and commission the new facility and are recruiting an experienced Plant Manager for its Uzbekistan site.   The Plant Manager role comes with a highly competitive salary and benefits, along with the opportunity to relocate to Uzbekistan to oversee the build of the new facility.   If you’re a Plant or Site Manager and are looking to join a new and exciting project developing a PPP construction waste recycling facility, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of Plant Manager role Reporting to the Director you will:
  • Oversee operations during construction and commissioning
  • Set up process and safety standards
  • Recruit and train the local team and ensure development of site personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with international best practice
  • Tracking costs for project and outages
  • Create and manage budget and financial spend taking financial responsibility for the plant.
  • Ensuring that the facility is operated efficiently and that all performance targets are met or exceeded.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant Engineering field.
  • HNC / HND / ONC or similarly qualified candidates with relevant work experience will be welcome to apply.
  • Ideally hold an IOSH / NEBOSH or equivalent in Health & Safety.
Personal skills The Plant Manager role would suit someone who is:
  • At least 5 years senior management experience on a Large Process Plant with; Energy from Waste, Waste Recycling, Aggregate, Quarry or Concrete Plant experience.
  • Strong man-management and leadership skills with proven experience in successfully achieving plant KPI’s.
  • Familiar with Engineering standards and legislation such as PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc.
  • Proven Budget/Commercial/Strategic experience.
Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role
  • Highly Competitive package
  • Relocation

Electrical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Electrical Technician

Saltend Power Station, Hull

Competitive Salary + Benefits

 

Introduction

Astute are looking for an Electrical Technician who will be working on a 1200MV CCGT facility, providing power to the UK market, and the adjacent Saltend Chemical Parks.

We are looking for a motivated Electrical Technician to join the maintenance department of this plant. The technician responsible for pre-planned and reactive maintenance work around the site to ensure minimal downtime.

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Electrical Engineer, as the Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Fault-finding and maintaining electrical assets including motors, switchgear, transformers and HV plant
  • Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices
  • Undertaking/assisting in plant developments/ projects
  • Contract management and supervising contractors
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records together with work scheduling on the sites CMMS
  • Ensuring HSE compliance at all times

Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar
  • Experience maintaining electrical assets including motors, switchgear, transformers, HV plant etc. in a heavy process environment. This could be a power station, petrochemical site, refinery, steel works etc.
  • Flexible approach to working

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus scheme
  • Generous overtime
  • Pension

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 910 038 and ask to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.

Maintenance Outage Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Maintenance Outage Engineer Seascale Competitive salary & bonus     About the role: Astute's Power team is partnering with one of the leading process, energy and industrial providers, who operate a portfolio of the UKs key strategic sites including power plants and gas terminals.  The Maintenance Outage Engineer role will play a vital part in ensuring the safe and efficient management of all outage planning and delivery and agreed projects. If you’re an experienced Engineer, with a background in outage planning and project activities and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the E&M Manager you will:
  • Be responsible for managing annual outage requirements including any forward planning of future project, outage works and maintenance requirements for budgeting and delivery.
  • Liaise with clients on outage plans and requirements and keep updated with timescales and actions.
  • Be responsible for chairing any planning meetings, and the creations of annual budgets for delivery and maintenance.
  • Ensure that any additional engineering projects are managed in a timely manner and regular updates are provided to the client.
  • Engage with sub-contractors, managing cost-control and completion of allocated responsibilities, including mechanical, electrical, and civil related activities.
  • Deputising for the E&M Manager when required.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline
  • Experience working with outage planning and delivery.
  • Experience planning and managing projects.
  • Power generation or process industry knowledge and experience
    Personal skills: The Maintenance Outage Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • Has excellent communication skills.
  • Dedicated problem solver
  • Driven and resilient
  • Works well with others and can adapt to work effectively.
    Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Outage Engineer role:
  • Competitive salary + Bonus
  • 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Life assurance & income protection
  • More benefits to be discussed at interview
    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 02393 910 038 to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.   INDPOW