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Construction Site Manager – Solar & Battery Remote based £65k + Benefits     Introduction Astute are proud to be partnered with a business that offer a range of services such as asset management technical support, financial and legal services to large scale Solar PV projects. With a strategic growth plan in place, a new and exciting new opportunity now exists for a Construction Site Manager to attend customers' construction sites, maintaining various Solar and Battery construction programmes on a day-to-day basis. The Site Manager will be carrying out site inspections, ensure compliance to all statutory rules and regulations on installations, liaising directly with the Principal Contractors                     Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Construction Director you will be responsible for:  

• Responsible person acting as Client Representative for Construction site management of solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Projects
• Responsible for complying with Bluefield Group procedures and policies
• Assist with coordination of any new Solar PV Battery and projects in the current pipeline
• Reporting of activities performed on site daily, through the CMMS or manual reports as applicable
• Own risk assessment, analysis, and operational limitations. Report all near misses to line manager. Liaise with external H&S auditor on EPCs performance.
• Responsible for supervision and coordination of third-party contractors appointed by the Client, carrying out works on site
• Guide and direct third-party contractors to comply with H&S, Environmental and Planning Regulations

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

• 3+ years Solar PV Construction Experience on Utility Scale Solar PV (BESS experience desirable)
• 3+ years Network diagnostics & Remote communications experience, MPAN setup, metering, and SCADA installation
• 3+ years LV/HV Commissioning to G99, G5/4, P28 knowledge of system and DNO interface.
• Familiarity with Solar PV mounting systems, Civil works, Earthing Systems - including review of Construction related QAQC documentation.
• Fully trained in SMSTS; Construction Health and Safety, CDM regulations and Planning compliance. NEBOSH/IOSH diploma is desirable.

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

• £65k basic
• Pension/Healthcare/Life assurance
• Remote OR Hybrid working available

    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 93 911 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.     INDREN

Position title Senior O&M Engineer, Gresham House O&M Services Position reports to O&M Manager Salary TBC Location Carlisle Position type Permanent Business Overview Gresham House is a specialist alternative asset manager providing funds, direct investments, and tailored investment solutions, including co-investment across a range of highly differentiated alternative investment strategies. Our expertise includes strategic public, private equity (private assets), timber, renewable energy, housing, and infrastructure. We aim to deliver sustainable financial returns and are committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients to help them achieve their financial goals. From a standing start in December 2014, through a combination of acquisitions and organic growth, the Gresham House business has grown exponentially, with assets under management now at c.£7.8 billion, (31 December 2022), providing a strong and scalable platform from which to continue to grow. The team is delivering on its objectives and now has c.220 employees working in London, Oxford, Dumfries, Edinburgh and Dublin. The business divides into two divisions – Real Assets and Strategic Equity: Strategic Equity Real Assets Public Equity Private Equity Forestry New Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure Housing £7.8bn AUM1 1. As at 31 December 2022. Unaudited Role objective ? The O&M division supports the New Energy Team, which is on the shift from a world powered by finite resources to a new energy world powered by renewables while generating sustainable long-term returns. The team invests in the rapidly changing energy landscape, despite regulatory uncertainty and complex risks. ? Investments are focused on four transformative technologies: solar, wind, energy storage and electric transportation. Returns are supported by solid asset backing, a sustainable income yield and the potential for capital growth. The O&M Engineers are critical operational role that will provide first-hand experience of the rapid and extensive changes occurring in the UK energy market. There is excellent scope for personal and professional development in this evolving environment and within the specialist alternative asset management environment within the Gresham House O&M division. Key responsibilities / accountabilities • To be responsible for a team of one or two engineers and organise their weekly priorities. • To be responsible for the availability and PM achieved to the designated portfolio. • Supervise HV works from different subcontractors. • Acting as Controller engineer (HV) • To help the GH O&M team to achieve high HSQE standards across our portfolio, working closely with HSE Manager. • Deliver all the Preventative Maintenance and Reactive Maintenance on the allocated portfolio including HV maintenance. • Complete Site Inspections across the portfolio as required. • Provide reports after each inspection on site (Monthly or reactive) • Use SCADA to monitor the health of the BESS assets under management. • To help other teams when required • Direct supervision of various works, including overseeing contractors as required. • Performance report submitted and presented to the Asset Management team every month. • Understand failures and propose solutions to existing problems affecting availability. • Site visits, HSE inductions, and interactions with Technical Advisers. • Weekend rota | Emergency attendance (paid on top of the salary) • Weekend monitoring (One every seven weekends) • Supervise PAC / IAC & FAC processes. Skills & experience ? Ideally, five years of experience as a Site Manager or Team Leader in the renewable energy industry. (Solar and BESS) ? Trained in SMA inverters will be desirable. ? Fully qualified electrician (AM2, 18th edition, 2391) with Solar experience ? Experience with Microsoft Office and IAuditor is required. ? Experience with BESS systems is desirable but not essential. ? Knowledge and Experience with Diesel/Gas engines is desirable but not essential. Personal attributes ? Be efficient, reliable, and thorough. ? Team player ? Drive and initiative – the desire to add value proactive approach. ? Fast-paced – the ability to work on various tasks with tight deadlines. ? Commitment to the business and the team. ? Able to communicate effectively and adapt to anyone within the broader group. ? Valid UK driving licence Gresham House is an equal opportunities employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious, and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities. Gresham House is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst all our employees. If called out or operate remotely is paid - £50 for remote and attendance £100 - £150 Sites worked on / locations SMA inverters exp – Nice to have as they use SMA inverters as well as Power Electronics and GE Carlisle – covering 4 sites, Edinburgh, Newc, Lake District

Astute’s Renewables team is proud to be partnering with a busy, growing business who are passionate about ensuring a greener future by providing a range of renewable solutions. They are looking to recruit a Solar Sales Consultant for their home base in the Southeast of England. The Solar Sales Consultant role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 with uncapped commission, you can expect an OTE of up to £100,000 as well as various other company benefits. If you’re an experienced Sales Consultant and are looking to work for an organisation that has green energy at the front of their mind as well as giving you freedom to plan your own weeks, then submit your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Sales Manager you will:  

• Generate leads for Domestic Solar PV Sales as well as manage current customers
• Attend 8/10 site surveys a week
• Work collaboratively with the design team to ensure product offering is in line with industry standards
• Keep up to date with market standards and competitors

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A proven track record of Sales within Solar (Domestic or Commercial)
• Ability to negotiate and close deals
• Proven track record with building and maintaining client relationships
• Confidence and able to be self-motivated

Personal skills The Solar Sales Consultant role would suit someone who is:  

• Experienced within Domestic or Commercial Solar Sales
• Able to attend site surveys and confidently talk about the methodology behind the PV Systems your selling
• Customer focused

Salary and benefits of the Solar Sales Consultant role  

• A salary  up to £40,000 with an OTE of £100,000
• EV Vehicle and a home charge point installed
• Flexible working weeks
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

INDREN  

Project Manager – Solar/Battery Storage

Home Based

£50k - £60k Basic + benefits & Hybrid OR Remote working

Introduction…

Astute are proudly partnered with one of the worlds leading EPC service providers in the development, construction and operation of solar power plants. Our client to date has installed over 480 PV systems with a total output of over 4 GW. As one of the largest O&M service providers, the solar energy specialist also takes care of the operation sand maintenance for a capacity of 1.7GW of PV plants.

With a structured growth plan which extends through to 2024, and exciting new opportunity for a Project Manager now exists. As Project Manager you will be responsible for concurrent full lifecycle turn-key EPC Projects ensuring they are delivered on time, Support full lifecycle projects from development through to operational handover.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Site visits to undertake construction feasibility assessments, monitor construction progress, reviewing works against quality and contractual requirements.
• Ensure the highest HSQE standards are always maintained.
• Support the preparation of project tender information. Additionally, prepare subcontractor or suppliers’ specifications and scope of works for contracting.
• Prepare progress reports and assist with budgetary reporting.
• Produce and maintain all required project documentation.
• Identify and escalate any risks to budget, programme or quality to Head of Project Management.
• Create and maintain project timelines.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree in an engineering or technical discipline
• Experience with Renewable Energy technologies in the UK, preferably Solar PV and/or Battery Storage.
• Proficient IT skills. Familiarity with MS Office suite. Experience of MS Project, Jira and Confluence a plus.
• Fluent in English.
• Self-starter with commitment to self-development and passion for renewable energy.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £50k - £60k DOE + comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working if located near site in Swindon, otherwise fully remote/home based
• Route of progression/career development

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.

 

Commercial Lead                                           Hybrid (HPC/ Avonmouth) Framatome is a major international player in the nuclear energy market recognised for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear fleet. The company designs, manufactures, and installs components, fuel and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants and offers a full range of reactor services. With 14,000 employees worldwide, every day Framatome’s expertise helps its customers improve the safety and performance of their nuclear plants and achieve their economic and societal goals. Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%) In the UK we are currently over 300 strong and our plans are to grow to 400-500 by 2025 through the development our UK nuclear service offerings Framatome Ltd’s Commercial Lead provides strategic leadership, Commercial oversight and control to ensure delivery of projects in line with client-side commercial arrangements in line with company strategy and both operational and financial targets. The Commercial Lead manages the commercial team and key contracts along with liaising with internal and external stakeholders on our major contracts. The Commercial lead has the strategic responsibility for the Framatome Ltd Commercial function for scope delivery, compliance to process and ensuring delivery of financial targets. The Commercial Lead is tasked with the long term training and development of team members with future projects and opportunities in mind, as well as ensuring the team capacity, capability and skills are ready for future pipeline of projects. Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are drafted, implemented and followed
• Reviewing and developing process to improve and maximise growth
• Own processes, policies and procedures for the Commercial function as required
• Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated
• Communicates with internal and external parties in a contract, so that all understand the terms and particularly the contracts financial aspects
• Coaches and develops employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues
• Ultimately accountable for the financial management of the project’s and reporting on progress against these
• Nurtures relationships with clients to ensure long term delivery and value for the company
• Training and / or mentoring Commercial Team
• Involvement in negotiating and agreeing contracts prior to contract placement
• Involvement with the bid process to high-light commercial risk
• Accepts extra duties as situations arise

To be considered, the following attributes are essential:

• Qualified to degree level in relevant discipline.
• Experience working in a Senior Commercial Manager role with a track record of delivery on large multi-million-pound contracts spanning multiple years
• Experience of corporate finance
• Experience in Complex negotiations & stakeholder management
• Knowledge of Contract terms and Construction industry regulation (i.e. NEC/ FIDIC)
• Experience of managing teams and demonstrating team development
• CIPS/ICM accreditation

Desired Attributes:  

• ERP system knowledge (preferably SAP)
• Knowledge of the Nuclear Industry &/or Manufacturing
• Knowledge of NEC/ JCT/ FIDIC terms and conditions and interpreting bespoke conditions of contracts
• Knowledge of sales/ proposals processes and managing commercial risk

In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits to include:

• 25 days annual leave per year raising to 30 (x1 day for 2 years service)

• 8% Employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice) – 1% min Employee
• Individual and family private health care (Employee, partner/ spouse and any child up to 24 years)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Income Protection
• Professional Body Membership (1 per year)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to language courses
• Plus more including access to training and development opportunities.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Required Attributes:

• Qualified to degree level in relevant discipline.
• Experience working in a Senior Commercial Manager role with a track record of delivery on large multi-million-pound contracts spanning multiple years
• Experience of corporate finance
• Experience in Complex negotiations & stakeholder management
• Knowledge of Contract terms and Construction industry regulation (i.e. NEC/ FIDIC)
• Experience of managing teams and demonstrating team development
• CIPS/ICM accreditation

Desired Personal Characteristics:

• Confident manner, good presentation skills
• Determination - not easily discouraged or put off
• Passion, enthusiasm and charisma.
• Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before
• Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity
• Resilient – ready to bounce back from any challenges
• Assertive – gets things done when they need to be

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.   We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix. Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Remeasurement Quantity Surveyor on a 24 months contract for its West Midlands site. The Remeasurement Site Quantity Surveyor role comes with a flexible day rate.             Key skills  

• Responsible for the measurement and valuation of selected subcontract packages
• Measures and evaluates changes from revised drawings and site inspection at regular intervals in accordance with the contractual measurement rules and rates and standard methods of measurement.
• Develop and issue sound, accurate cost reports, accurately reflecting the financial position of each package and forecast commercial status and cash flow, including interface with CAPRI and SAP. Identify trends and implement the requisite actions. Identify variances and explain the cause and potential effect and where necessary implement mitigation measures to reduce the impact.
• Participate in or run regular technical and commercial site meetings, issue minutes of meeting.
• Document commercial aspects of any change / deviation /claim in PIRS working collaboratively with the technical work package holder, project procurement, scheduling, site management.  Early recognition and maximisation of opportunities . Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation measures in consultation with the work package holders.
• Responsible for the claim management for designated subcontract packages, establish a strategy of dealing with claims and diligently collate all the necessary supporting documentation, assesses counter- claim potential in close coordination with the relevant work package holder and other staff.
• Leads subcontract commercial negotiations and account meetings, including preparation of subcontract final accounts (remeasured as required).
• Carry out procurement of minor works / finishing works packages with support and input from head office personnel
• Provide return of experience per contract package through ongoing feedback to head office, and final account close out reports including lessons learnt.
• Must have remeasurement experience measuring quantities of work undertaken. 

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Remeasurement Quantity Surveyor role  

• West Midlands
• £500 Per Day
• 24 Months Contract

Solar Farm Operative

Norwich

Competitive Salary

Astute are proud to be partnered with a business that offer a range of services such as asset management technical support, financial and legal services to large scale Solar PV projects. With a strategic growth plan in place, a new and exciting new opportunity now exists for a Solar Farm Operative.

As Solar Farm Operative you will be responsible for will attending customers' sites, and warehouses on a day-to-day basis assisting with maintenance activities at various solar PV systems. These PV systems are mainly ground mounted PV systems. The Solar Farm Operative will assist the Field Service Engineers when carrying out maintenance on installations.

As Solar Farm Operative, you will be responsible for:-

• Assisting Field Service Engineers with routine maintenance, testing, and remedial works on deployed solar PV systems
• Managing warehouse stock and reporting stock levels through the CMMS or manual reports as applicable
• Carry out multiple material collections and deliveries
• Assisting Field Service Engineers with Corrective Maintenance as occur
• Producing reports detailing on site activities through the automated online platform
• Reporting all near misses to line manager

To be considered for the Solar Farm Operative role, you will demonstrate experience in:-

• Familiarity with Solar PV
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Reporting software
• General Labouring / Building / Mechanical experience / Ground
• Clean driving license

As Solar Farm Operative with our client, you will receive:-

• Competitive salary of £26k
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.

 

 

Job Posting Technical Sales Manager – Power & Process Industry Location: Central, South West Effective: date ASAP About Us: Roxtec was founded in Sweden in 1990, and is the world leader in the field of cable and pipe seals.  This market position has been achieved by pursuing a consistent, customer-oriented strategy.  Our pioneering modular-based seals with Multidiameter™ are the base for our rapid and sustainable growth, but the positive trend is first of all built on committed people, strong values, and a clear customer focus.    Technical Sales Manager Power & Process Industry We are currently seeking a technical sales professional to further develop the Process Industry market for Roxtec in the UK.  The role will be varied in focus, covering both engineering specification with leading industry design companies, but also extending to both owners and contractors involved in operating and constructing projects in our chosen markets and applications. Job Description

• Identify and target UK DNO companies and work closely with them to develop our brand further and generate specifications that will help further our sales in our chosen applications.
• Identify, quantify and target UK process industry projects. With a clear focus on key decision makers (owners /operators, engineers, contractors or resellers) Typically this work will be varied in both focus and value. The main aim is to develop our brand further and generate specifications that will help further our sales in our chosen applications.
• Develop business, often from a cold start point through to standard specification / client approved lists
• Search for new clients who would benefit from the use our solutions and support in order to maximise market potential
• Maintain our existing client base of owners, operators, designers and installers.
• Attend industry events and forums in order to network for new opportunities

• Focus is not limited to traditional structures and plant, we also target equipment and modular based construction
• Present Roxtec solutions to specifying engineers (electrical, control, instrumentation, mechanical, structural) via technical presentations, site visits, installation training, promotion with resellers and other means as appropriate
• Drive sustainable sales growth through gaining engineering specifications for Roxtec solutions and delivering world-class support throughout the project lifecycle
• Create and execute targeted sales plan
• Identify and communicate resources needed to meet sales objectives
• Effectively promote and apply Roxtec Core Values, within Roxtec and within industry
• Plan and manage all customer contacts and meetings within Roxtec CRM system
• Provide routine, accurate and meaningful market information, forecasting and product planning to management
• Provide pre-sales technical advice and solution guidance. This will extend to providing design input for our range of bespoke products where required.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• University degree and/or equivalent. Consideration would be given to those without relevant degree and/or equivalent if sufficient industry specific experience working in a similar role could be demonstrated.
• Professional sales experience with preference to those that have a successful record presenting complex and/or technical solutions to decision makers, specifying engineers.
• Existing working relationships within owner / operators, engineering, contracting and design firms
• Knowledge in our target sector, with experience of civil construction, electrical, controls, automation and/or mechanical systems for our chosen markets.
• Strong understanding of industrial business practices and effective sales techniques – must be able to develop, manage and perform to a sales and business plan with a consultancy approach.
• Experience of business development with the ability to demonstrate structured planning and new prospect engagement
• Ability to use industry news / project databases / relationships to develop technical sales opportunities
• Effective networking skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written and oral)
• Proven ability and confidence to prepare and present solutions and strategies to groups of co-workers, clients or prospects.
• Proven ability to manage long-term and complex sales projects to success
• Role involves working away from home for periods during the working week to serve the UK market
• Ability to travel internationally on occasion

Beneficial Skills / Knowledge

• Experience of providing technical support / surveying of applications
• Successful track record of selling premium solutions against low cost competitor
• Knowledge and experience within the UK DNO market.
• Knowledge of Ex standards specifically relating to enclosures and cable glands

Field Service Engineer

Oxford

Competitive Salary

Astute are proud to be partnered with a business that offer a range of services such as asset management technical support, financial and legal services to large scale Solar PV projects. With a strategic growth plan in place, a new and exciting new opportunity now exists for a Field Service Engineer covering Oxford location.

As Field Service Engineer you will be responsible for attending customers' sites, maintaining various solar PV systems on a day-to-day basis. These PV systems are mainly ground mounted PV systems. The Field Service Engineer will be carrying out maintenance on installations, utilising and testing solar PV.

As Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:-

• Routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems
• Complying with business procedures
• Installation of any new Solar PV or Wind systems in the current pipeline
• Performing Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan
• Performing Corrective Maintenance as occur
• Reporting of activities performed on site, daily basis, through the CMMS or manual reports as applicable

To be considered for the Field Service Engineer role, you will demonstrate experience in:-

• 3+ years Network diagnostics & Remote communications experience
• 3+ years LV/HV Planned Preventative maintenance G59 Competent
• Familiarity with Earthing Systems - including measuring and monitoring Relays
• Excellent computer skills with a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as CMMS and Reporting software
• Knowledge of power electronics and circuitry, power generation technologies and equipment
• Excellent understanding of CCTV systems

As Field Service Engineer with our client, you will receive:-

• Competitive salary of £38k - £40k DOE
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Company Van

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to

[email protected] or ring 02393 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.