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• Reporting to the Subcontracts & Commercial Managers you will:
• Be aware of the subcontract’s status and scope and report to Project Team.
• Develop and maintain Correspondence Log with the Subcontractors and inform of any changes on Cost of Time from/to sub-contractors that may become a Client Change Order.
• Suggest corrective actions from/to sub-contractors that would be effective on time and cost.
• Ensure all BOQ are updated in line with the last IFC drawings received.
• Inform both Project Team and Subcontractors about FEWO (Field Extra Work) procedure.
• Inform to Subcontractors about approval or contractual reasons for rejection and/or modification of any submitted FEWO.
• Develop and maintain the FEWO Log for Subcontractors under your control.
• Evaluate and study under contractual basis, all the Compensation Event (CE) submitted by the Subcontractors; this activity will be coordinated with the Construction team.
• Inform to the Subcontractor, about the approval or the contractual reasons for the rejection and/or modification of any CE submitted.
• Develop and maintain the CE Log for the subcontracts under his/her control.
• Inform to the Project team about the Bach-charges (BC) procedure.
• Prepare the BC Notices to the Subcontractors and ensure the contra-charges are applied.
• Inform to the Project team and Subcontractors about the Contradictory Price (CP) procedure.
• Evaluate and study under the contractual basis, all CP submitted by the Subcontractor.
• Develop and maintain the CP Log for the subcontracts under your control.
• Inform to the Subcontractor, about the approval or the contractual reasons for the rejection and/or modification of any PA submitted.
• Issue of the Payment Certificates (PC) to the Subcontractors.

• Educated to a degree level or equivalent (BSc Quantity Surveying preferred)
• Main Contractor experience desired
• Knowledge of building and construction.
• To be based at Site (London, UK)
• Project experience within Energy from Waste, OCGT, CCGT, Power Stations. 

• £65,000-£70,000 +
• Pension
• Life Assurance & Health Care package
• Generous holiday allowance

Astute’s Nuclear team are partnering with a leading utilities and infrastructure services provider, recognised for its technical excellence and commitment to sustainability, to recruit an Environmental Compliance Manager to work on the Sizewell C project.

The strategically important Environmental Compliance Manager role comes with a competitive salary, up to 20% combined pension contribution, performance-related bonus and many additional benefits.

If you’re an Environmental Compliance Manager with experience in environmental compliance, water management, scientific analysis or a related discipline and are looking to work for an organisation that takes pride in supporting professional development and enabling career progression, then submit your CV to apply today.

Reporting to the relevant site management team, you will:

• Manage compliance with the Sizewell C abstraction licence, including abstracted flow, water usage and ‘hands-off’ flow conditions.

• Ensure accurate and timely daily and monthly sampling across abstraction points, including water quality, bathing water quality and cement grade quality samples.

• Ensure required checks of the Leiston drain crossing and Aldhurst Farm weir are completed accurately and at the required frequency.

• Monitor and maintain accurate abstraction data, including transferring daily sample information to the Water Abstraction Tracker for submission to the Environment Agency.

• Monitor site discharge quality to ensure environmental compliance, protect public safety and minimise the risk of regulatory breaches.

• Manage compliance and assurance requirements for generators operating at Sizewell C in accordance with the Industrial Emissions Directive.

• Liaise with the Sizewell C client and Environment Agency regarding site inspections, recommendations and follow-up actions.

• Capture, analyse and report groundwater, surface water and dewatering data to demonstrate compliance with UK environmental regulations.

• Critically evaluate scientific data and accurately report results within agreed contractual and regulatory timescales.

• Maintain accurate records and work within the Quality Policy and ISO 17025 requirements to support UKAS accreditation.

• Raise and manage Insights relating to data or compliance issues, working with operational teams to investigate and close out actions.

• Liaise with laboratories and third-party contractors regarding results, certificates and investigations.

• Undertake telemetry data downloads and process raw groundwater and surface water data.

• Review and update sampling procedures, water and sediment management plans and internal scientific analyst guides.

• Lead on Permit to Pump authorisation and registration to ensure water quality requirements are maintained.

• Produce monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the client, meeting all contractual deadlines.

• Work closely with Environmental Technicians and Process Technicians to ensure asset management checks and maintenance activities are completed.

• Conduct analysis of groundwater data and surface water sample results.

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in a scientific subject.

• Experience relevant to the water industry, environmental management, geology, chemistry or a related discipline.

• Experience with laboratory techniques, equipment and maintenance would be advantageous.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Working knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety requirements.

• Working knowledge of laboratory quality control and the principles of quality management.

• Understanding of environmental permitting, water abstraction or regulatory compliance would be advantageous.

• Experience working with scientific, environmental or water quality data would be beneficial.

The Environmental Compliance Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

• A practical, methodical approach and the ability to follow detailed procedures accurately.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• The ability to build effective working relationships with clients, regulators, laboratories, contractors and internal teams.

• The confidence to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.

• The flexibility to operate effectively within a busy construction and site environment.

• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving environmental compliance issues.

• Strong IT and data-handling skills, with confidence analysing and reporting scientific information.

• Competitive salary

• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service

• Up to 20% combined pension contribution

• Performance-related bonus of around 5%

• Opportunity to buy up to 10 days' holiday and sell up to 5 every year

• Healthcare package

• £1,000 employee referral fee

• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary

• Electric vehicle and Cycle2Work schemes

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

• One paid volunteering day each year

• Cashback and discounts from over 3,000 retailers

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• Develop onshore wind, battery, and hybrid energy projects, including other renewable technologies.
• Engage and manage consultants and review expert studies and impact assessments for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and coordinate planning applications, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental Statements (ES), and appeal documentation.
• Coordinate and negotiate planning compliance submissions and monitor reporting schedules.
• Represent the company in planning and other site-related matters, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.
• Create and maintain project documentation to meet company standards and external monitoring requirements.
• Deliver projects within budget and on time, managing invoice and payment schedules, and highlighting any risks or concerns to management. 

• Academic degree in planning, environmental, or engineering disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of planning policy and environmental impact regulations.
• Extensive experience with site assessment, planning application/consent processes, including environmental impact assessments for major renewable energy projects.
• Working towards or holding a professional qualification (MRTPI, MRICS, MIEMA, MICE) is advantageous.

• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, efficient, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently on specific tasks.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Capable of working effectively within a team and managing external stakeholders.
• Able to travel frequently throughout Scotland with a full driving license and access to a vehicle.

• Up to £70,000 depending on experience.
• Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Matched Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work

• Carry out key business development activities to drive business growth within their hazardous waste treatment and transfer division, targeting both new and existing clients.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities, keeping on top of market and competitor trends and relevant industry developments to contribute to the company business plan.
• Foster strong customer relationships, clearly communicating technical details and service capabilities and always ensuring high service standards. Proactively addressing non-conformances and providing timely feedback as required.
• Work closely across divisions to identify opportunities to cross-sell additional business services, especially across other sites within the business group.
• Collaborate with account managers, administration staff and operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
• Manage the tender process, including document reviews, tender writing, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
• Prepare and present compelling commercial proposals, quotations, technical descriptions, and service specifications to customers.
• Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
• Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required to support business objectives.

• Technical expertise in hazardous/chemical waste with previous experience selling into the sector.
• Proven ability to manage customer accounts with sales revenue exceeding £1 million per annum.
• Flexibility to travel and carry out overnight stays where required.
• Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service
•  Full UK driving licence.
• Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in hazardous wastes management.

• Basic salary of up to £50,000 dependant on experience.
• Car Allowance
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

• Take the lead on highly complex and innovative Battery Storage Systems including co-located projects.
• Day to day coordination and leadership for the engineering team and take responsibility for details electrical engineering including: MV/HV grid interconnections, control requirements, component sizing and integration, metering etc.
• Manage and produce electrical designs including, wiring schematics, SLDS, architecture, equipment size etc.
• Manage preparation of project tender information and support and mentor Engineering team to increase familiarity with Battery Storage technologies.
• Ensure all systems are designed to meet safety standards.

• Degree in electrical engineering and demonstratable utility scale Battery Storage experience.
• Achieved Chartered Engineer status, or working towards it.
• 5+ years of experience in the renewables industry or similar.
• Experience with solar PV in the UK is a plus.
• Proficiency with CAD, ePlan or equivalent software and experience and understanding of BESS control systems.
• Fluent in English.
• Self-starter with commitment to self-development and passion for renewable energy.
• Flexible – the role will require some international travel staying overnight or longer.

• Salary from £70k – 80k DOE And Bonus 12.5% KPI driven
• Pension ER’s contributions up to 6% - following a successful 3-month probation period
• Full health cover and 4x Life cover – following a successful 3-month probation period
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• IT equipment (mobile, laptop…) PPE

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on plant equipment, including AGMs, powder storage silos, and material transfer screws.
• Minimise plant downtime by scheduling repairs and routine maintenance to maximise efficiency and throughput.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and promote a strong safety culture.
• Conduct regular checks on testing equipment (e.g., pressure and level switches, pressure vessels) in line with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report incidents via the internal system.
• Oversee external contractors, ensuring compliance with work procedures, permits, and RAMS documentation.
• Manage stock levels and source critical spare parts for mobile and fixed plant, as well as generators.
• Implement and maintain a recorded maintenance regime for fixed plant assets.
• Lead and contribute to site projects, such as contractor selection and efficiency improvements.
• Support site-wide maintenance, including leachate pumps, material transfer screws, and general repairs.
• Continuously develop professional skills and maintain competence in the role.
• Carry out any additional duties as required across two facilities in the Peterborough area.

• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical, electrical or a relevant engineering qualification is essential.
• Experience in maintaining site processing equipment, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
• A welding qualification or experience would be advantageous.
• Instrumentation experience is desirable

• Strong communication skills to liaise with operational teams and ensure plant efficiency.
• Commitment to a safe and compliant working environment.
• Strong document management skills.

• Basic salary £50,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience and qualifications
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

• The maintenance, service and repair of various specialist water treatment equipment including standard base exchange, filtration, deionisation, reverse osmosis and laboratory water treatment products.
• Installation, removal and commissioning of the equipment on-site.
• Understand the water treatment process, product and technical issues with an ability to fault find using first line investigation techniques.
• Contribute to financial sales targets by recommending and quoting the necessary added value spares, refurbishments and consumable items to maintain the customer's equipment in optimum operating condition.
• Performing out of hours and breakdown cover when required.
• Assisting clients with technical faults.
• Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
• Offering after sales technical support.

• Minimum Level 2 Engineering qualification
• Full UK Driving license
• Industrial maintenance experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Laptop, mobile and PPE
• Overtime available
• 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

• Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
• Testing, sorting, bulking of drum and packaged waste materials.
• Maintaining a database and manual records for the Transfer Station as required.
• Out of hours sampling, lab testing and packing waste at 3rd party customer sites as required.
• Washing of empty contaminated containers and cutting up if necessary.
• Shrink-wrapping, labelling, and preparing of loads for onward disposal including generating the relevant paperwork.
• To be involved with the storage, transfer and treatment of NORM waste operations.
• Safe and efficient loading and unloading of HGV’s on site as required including bulk tankers for loading and discharge.
• Unloading / loading of vehicles if required.
• Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
• Provide technical advice on chemicals to departmental members and other divisions as required.
• Liaising with customers and/or in-group and third-party disposal sites.
• Assisting with general administrative duties associated with the running of the Transfer Station.
• Other duties as required.

• HNC/HND/Degree in Chemistry related subject
• Full UK Driving license
• An interest in the environmental/ waste management industry
• Safety conscious with a view to improve safety culture/report any H&S issues
• Ability to deal with customers in a professional manner
• Due to the nature of the work, must be prepared to carry out lifting work both inside and outside in all weathers

• Basic Salary of £25,000 - £27,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Bonus Scheme (performance based)
• Private Health Care and other benefits

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
• Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
• Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
• Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
• Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
• Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
• Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
• Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
• Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.

• Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package