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Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a specialist lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the lifting principal contractor on Hinkley Point C. We are currently recruiting a Slinger/Signaller to support safe lifting operations for gantry crane installation and maintenance. You will work in a highly regulated and safety-critical environment, ensuring that all lifting activities comply with the lift plan, BS 7121 standards, and site safety rules. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in slinging, signalling, and controlling heavy lifts, preferably within nuclear or major infrastructure projects. The role offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and the chance to play a key role in one of the UK’s flagship infrastructure developments.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Black Hat Supervisor, you will:

• Select, inspect, and prepare lifting accessories in accordance with certification and the lift plan.
• Safely sling and signal loads, including large crane components and structural assemblies.
• Communicate clearly with crane operators via radio and hand signals.
• Maintain exclusion zones and ensure lifting operations are carried out safely.
• Follow RAMS, lifting plans, and site permit systems.
• Record lifting activities and maintain accurate documentation.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• CPCS (A40)
• Experience slinging/signalling for the construction/assembly of gantry cranes, overhead cranes or large mechanical assemblies.
• CCNSG Safety Passport is ideal
• Competence in interpreting lifting plans, load charts and technical drawings

    Personal skills The Slinger role would suit someone who has:

• Strong situational awareness and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in busy work environments.
• A safety-first mindset and willingness to challenge unsafe practices.
• Ability to obtain BPSS security clearance.

    Salary and benefits of the Slinger role  

• Competitive salary based on ECSA rates, dependent on experience.
• Generous accommodation and travel allowances.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects with a leading contractor.

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Operations Team Leader Waste Management Bargeddie Up to £34,000 – 4 on 4 off days     Introduction Our client is one of the UK's leading providers of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country. As such, they are looking for a strong and experienced Operations Team Leader to join their Operations team at their Waste site in Bargeddie.                         Roles & Responsibilities As the Operations Team Leader, you will be responsible for:  

• Supporting the process operators within the plant, effectively operating the SCADA systems effectively for all fixed plant across the site.
• Ensuring the site is running in line with production plans and KPI’s, prioritising task and escalating any issues as required.
• Coordinate a shift of process operators, managing work-load to cover the plant and utilising resources where required.
• Support the Operations Production Supervisor to manage daily checks, team performance and absence, leading attending meetings when needed.
• Promote excellent health and safety practice, ensuring the team are working to safety procedures and in line with company expectations.
• All other duties as required.

This position is running on a 4 on 4 off days rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.       Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Have significant experience operating a SCADA system in a production environment.
• Previous experience leading/ supervising a team of operators within a process site.
• Have a strong working knowledge of site licence requirements, working plans and health and safety regulations. Ideally holding an IOSH certification.
• Have previous experience working within a heavy process engineering environment or materials handling. (Waste Management, Power Generation, Chemical Processing, Food & Beverage, FMCG)
• Due to the nature of the role, candidates are expected to have a Full UK Driving license

This position is running on a 4 on 4 off days rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.       Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive basic salary of up to £34,000 inclusive of shift allowance
• 23.5 days holiday
• Opportunity to join a new and developing site in the polymers recycling sector.

    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDREC  

Site Operative

Plastics Recycling

Avonmouth

£34,000 basic salary (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Level 3 Site Operative to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists in the UK. Working at their Plastic Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, the Site Operative will be responsible for supporting with the operating, inspecting and maintenance of static and mobile plant on-site.

This role involves working a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Level 3 Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

• Operation of multiple machines involved in the recycling of plastics, mainly Extruders
• Cleaning and performing basic maintenance tasks on machinery
• Undertaking basic fault finding on machinery
• Occasional cover at other waste facilities as required.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Previous experience of operating mobile plant
• Demonstrable experience working in a production environment (ideally recycling)
• Experience operating an Extruder (desirable)
• Strong understanding of health and safety

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £34,000 basic salary
• 10% annual bonus
• Fantastic company benefits
• Opportunity to work for an industry leader

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Hannah Rymill on 02393 911 227 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Construction Services Manager - Solar South UK £55,000-£57,500, plus company vehicle, Company shares scheme & health care     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with an award-winning solar engineering company, specialising in project life-cycle services and solutions for the utility-scale solar industry. They are looking to recruit a Construction Services Manager for a remote/UK wide role. The Construction Services Manager role comes with a salary up to £57,500 and this is a very strategically key hire for a dynamic, niche and entrepreneurial business in the solar sector. If you’re a Construction Manager / Senior Solar Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that provides a very unique selection of services, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer you will:  

• Aid with the status, planning, preparation, execution and delivery of a number of solar farm construction management service contracts.
• Manage relationships with existing and new clients
• Strengthen existing and establish new sub-contractor / supply relationships
• Carry out pre-condition site visits & surveys to establish site & local conditions which impact the delivery of the project

      Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree-educated in electrical, mechanical or civil engineering.
• Electrical experience & qualifications would be a benefit.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Full UK licence

    Personal skills: The Construction Services Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Qualification or higher
• Proven track record in the construction of large-scale solar parks
• Comfortable working periods away from home whilst ensuring project delivery
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills and a strong attitude towards operational health & safety

    Salary and benefits of the Construction Services Manager role:

• £55,000 - £57,500 DOE
• Company Vehicle
• Health Care
• Company shares scheme

    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 02392 222 968 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.   INDREN  

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across civil engineering and construction sectors to recruit a Project Manager for its Sizewell C site. The Project Manager role is vital for the successful delivery of key projects at Sizewell C. It comes with a salary up to £75,000, car allowance, bonus, and the opportunity to be part of a business contributing to critical infrastructure projects across the UK. If you’re a Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background and are looking to work for an organisation that values integrity and innovation, submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Director you will:  

• Deliver projects successfully, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Oversee programme and budget requirements to meet project objectives.
• Develop and implement Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work.
• Ensure adherence to CDM regulations and manage related requirements.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental issues relevant to the project environment.
• Any other duties as required.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven technical and project management abilities in the built environment.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience at Project Manager level, ideally within civil engineering.
• Strong organisational and management skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of CDM regulations.

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

• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Experienced in managing projects in the construction industry with a civils background.
• Committed to delivering high standards of safety and quality.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role  

• Salary: £65,000 to £75,000
• Car allowance and bonus
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance

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Mechanical Fitter Waste Transfer Station Barking- Essex £19.74 per hour   Introduction Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join their maintenance team at their waste transfer station in Barking.   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:

• Hands on maintenance across the site on both fixed and mobile plant including compactors, shredders and on-site conveyor systems.
• Maintaining pumps, motors, gearboxes, stirrers, mixers, and all associated plant.
• Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site as well as installations.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure efficiency and minimum downtime across the site.
• Stay on top of site stock and spares.
• Other duties as required.

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

• A relevant qualification in an Mechanical engineering discipline, HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, manufacturing)
• Experience of working on heavy industrial machinery including pumps, conveyors, optical sorters, compactors, loading plant etc.

  How to Apply  To apply for this position, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon on [email protected] or call me directly on 02392 222 964.

Transport Manager

Hazardous Waste

Paisley  £35,000

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Transport Manager to join one of the industry leaders in Hazardous Waste Management Services across the UK. Supporting them at their site in Paisley, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient and compliance transport operations are running at all times out of the site. 

What you will be doing

As the Transport Manager, reporting directly to the Operations Manager, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Running the day to day transport activities across a fleet of vehicles
• Contribute to the delivery of targets, cash flow and budgets
• Manage the legal requirements and monitoring of tachographs and drivers
• Report on results, production, and driver feedback
• Ensure all transport activities always operate within company policy and legal requirements
• Staff training and development
• Regular monitoring and delivery of customer service targets
• Ensure the depot operates within company assurance procedures
• Undertake any reasonable task of duties required

 

What you will need

• Background within Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste Management
• Appropriate Health and Safety Qualification – IOSH, COSHH
• CPC Certificate
• Proven experience within a Transport Supervisory role
• ADR Awareness

 

What’s on Offer

• Basic Salary around £35,000 
• Full training and support
• Progression within a leading hazardous waste business

How to Apply

For more information please contact Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 or email your CV to gnixon

@astutetechnical.co.uk to apply

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Safety Advisor on a 7-month contract for its Cork site, supporting a major demolition and decommissioning project.

The Safety Advisor role comes with a competitive daily rate.

Key skills:

• Provide client-side safety assurance by monitoring contractor compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and waste management legislation.
• Review and monitor RAMS, permits to work and high-risk activities to ensure work is completed safely and in line with project requirements.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and safety walks, promoting a positive safety culture and driving continuous improvement.
• Support incident, near miss and good catch investigations, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions.
• Liaise with project Health & Safety, Environmental and Asbestos teams, contractors and key stakeholders to ensure effective communication and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence safe behaviours across site.
• Previous experience on demolition, decommissioning or major industrial construction projects is highly desirable.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Safety Advisor role:

• Cork, Ireland
• 7-month contract
• Competitive daily rate
• Full-time, site-based
• Start: Mid to End June 2026

Astute’s Contract team is partnering with a HV Testing & Commissioning Company to recruit for a HV Commissioning Engineer for a 3–4-week initial contract in Wrexham. Once successfully completing this short-term contract, the candidate will be able to move onto other projects taking the contract duration to an additional 3-6 months. The Commissioning Engineer contract comes with a day rate of £500-£550 per day, Outside IR35. There is flexibility for this rate to increase if you have your own cable & testing tools. Accommodation is available too. ASAP start date: 19th August 2026. Key skills required for this role:

• Protection & CT Commissioning
• Secondary Injection – Siprotec Feeder Relays
• Busbar Protection – Siemens 7SR2302
• I/O and Function Testing (all panels)
• Line Differential Scheme Functional Testing
• G99 Compliance Testing

Bonus if you have your own tools!