Jobs from Astute People (1108 Openings)

Electrical Engineer

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 10/9/23
END DATE: 9/30/25
PAY RATE: $450.0 /DAY

Electrical Engineer Bristol 2 year contract £400.00 - £450 per day About the role: Astute’s Nuclear team are working with a leading client in the industry to recruit both an Electrical Engineer to work from their offices in Bristol. This role offers an excellent opportunity to play a leading role in the design and implementation of a number of communication services being installed on Hinkley Point C. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will:

Engineering the communications systems for HPC
Responsible for the end to end design
Oversee the installation on site working with the various subcontractors
Keeping the project within H&S regulations and that it is running in line with clients’ needs
To manage the project Budget alongside the Commercial team and ensure the project runs to budget
Stakeholder management - including Senior Management and the Client

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

Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering
Strong stakeholder and subcontractor management skills
Nuclear background

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Engineer role:

Long term contract
Competitive rate
Flexible working arrangements

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 288206 to speak to Daniel Don who can tell you more.

Electrical Project Manager

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 7/1/24
END DATE: 2/28/25
PAY RATE: $500.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Subcontractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit an Electrical Project Manager on an 8 month contract for its West Bromwich site. The Electrical Project Manager role comes with a day rate of £500. Key skills

Installation of HV supply packages
Experience managing multiple subcontractors.

Have had experience working with 11kv power supply's
Document day-to-day activity for the Electrical Install.
Ideally have project experience such as Energy from Waste is a desirable.
Ability to organise and manage time effectively.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well with other teams within the company
Ability to show good leadership
A good understanding of the hazards which may arise during the work and the precautions which need to be taken

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Project Manager role

West Bromwich
£500.00 Per Day
8 Months

Finishing Foreman

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 7/1/24
END DATE: 10/31/24
PAY RATE: $300.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Finishing Foreman on a 3-month contract for its Leeds site. The Finishing Foreman role comes with a day rate of £300.00. Key skills

Co-ordination of internal fit-out for an office fit-out.
Overseen various packages such as drylining, ceiling, flooring, decoration, joinery and general building works.
Co-ordination of M&E Contractors alongside other Supervisors
Hold Site & H&S knowledge and logistics.
Enforce site standards.
Must hold a good understanding of quality management system and able to plan, monitor and control all aspects.
Must have a Shopfitting / Building background
SSSTS / SMSTS
First Aid
CSCS Card

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Finishing Foreman role

Leeds
£300.00 Per Day
3 Months

Electrical Site Manager

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 8/5/24
END DATE: 7/31/25
PAY RATE: $500.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading engineering company in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit an Electrical Site Manager on a 12 Month Contract for its Leeds site. The Electrical Site Manager role comes with a competitive day rate. Key skills

Promote and support principles of HSE policy.
Review Risk Assessments and Method statements.
Understand scope of works and installations methods to ensure works specification is achieved
Be an effective leader throughout the working day
Must hold relevant Electrical experience and Qualifications
Must hold either an SSSTS/SMSTS and a CSCS Card
Ideally hold experience in the Energy from Waste sector

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Site Manager role

Leeds
12 Months
Competitive Rate

Electrical Engineer

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 6/3/24
END DATE: 2/28/25
PAY RATE: $450.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Electrical Subcontractor on an Energy from Waste project to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer on a 10 month contract for its West Midlands site. The Electrical Engineer role comes with a day rate of £450 per day. Key skills

Identify and address technical challenges devising innovative solutions.
Maintain accurate electrical system activity records, generated technical reports, and documented changes for transparency.
Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in electrical engineering, applying new knowledge to enhance project outcomes.
Provide technical expertise during construction meetings and discussions, addressing electrical related queries and making informed recommendations.
Cabling and assembly works
Hold the ability to adjust and thrive in the dynamic environment of a construction site.
Communicate with the Principal Contractor on site.
Must have an Electrical Engineering background in a Energy from Waste / Oil & Gas / Industrial environment.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Electrical Engineer role

West Midlands
£450 per day
10 Month Contract
Outside IR35

Crane Supervisor

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 5/13/26
PAY RATE: $550.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Mechanical Construction Crane Supervisor on an construction project in Leeds on a short-term contract, starting immediately. Key skills

Oversee overhead crane operations including lift planning, exclusion zones, lifting activities and compliance with lifting regulations
Ensure all works are carried out in line with RAMS, permits to work, method statements and health & safety procedures
Ensure all plant, lifting equipment and tools are inspected and fit for purpose before use
Support commissioning, testing and snagging activities during project completion phases
Ensure workforce compliance with PPE requirements, environmental controls and company procedures
Promote a strong safety culture and lead by example on site
Must have previous experience as a Construction Site Supervisor (mechanically bias) within heavy industrial environments.
Experience supervising overhead crane maintenance or lifting operations on construction plants
Must hold relevant tickets including SSSTS, CSCS, CPCS A62, NPORS

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Mechanical Construction Crane Supervisor role

Leeds
Immediate Start
2-3 months minimum
£550.00 per day (flexible for the right candidate)

Outage QA/QC Engineer

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 4/9/26
END DATE: 5/11/26
PAY RATE: $30.0 /HR

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit an Outage QA /QC Engineer in Leeds on a contract basis. Key skills required for the Outage QA/QC Engineer role

Perform inspections of boiler pressure parts including membrane walls, superheaters, economisers, headers, drums, and associated pipework.
Carry out manufacturing surveillance at vendor workshops, including monitoring fabrication activities against ITPs and project requirements.
Verify welding activities including fit-up, welding parameters, weld mapping, and compliance with approved WPS/PQRs.
Confirm welder qualifications and ensure consumables and welding processes meet specification requirements.
Witness and review NDE activities (UT, RT, MT, PT) and confirm acceptance to relevant standards.
Verify material traceability including heat numbers, MTRs, and PMI requirements where applicable.
Witness pressure testing/hydrostatic testing and ensure test preparation and documentation is completed correctly.
Record inspection results, produce reports, and support compilation of QA/QC documentation and turnover packs.
Raise quality concerns and NCRs, supporting corrective action implementation and close-out.
Liaise with contractors, site supervision, and client representatives to ensure quality expectations are met.
Must hold QA/QC inspection experience in heavy industrial environments.
Must hold Confined Space, Face Fit Testing Certificate, CSCS Card (or equivalent) and CSWIP Welding Inspector Qualification
Must be prepared to work long hours

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Outage QA/QC Engineer role

Leeds
£30.00 per hour
2+ Months contract
April 2026

Site Engineer

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 5/25/26
END DATE: 5/24/27
PAY RATE: $400.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a major UK engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit Site Engineers for long-term contract assignments on complex defence and marine civil engineering projects in Plymouth. The Site Engineer role comes with a competitive day rate, negotiable depending on experience. Key skills

Experience working as a Site Engineer within heavy civils or large infrastructure projects
Strong background in concrete structures, structural repair, and refurbishment works
Experience with setting out, QA documentation, ITPs, and as-built surveys
Ability to coordinate engineering activities across direct labour and subcontractors
Experience managing NCRs, technical queries, and quality compliance processes
British National due to Security Clearance requirements
Local to Plymouth or commutable distance preferred

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Engineer role Details The project involves long-term refurbishment and upgrade works within a live operational environment, including structural repairs, asset life-extension activities, and infrastructure improvements across a major marine engineering framework. The successful candidate will support the delivery of reinforced concrete works, structural strengthening, infrastructure upgrades, and maintenance activities while ensuring engineering quality, safety, and programme requirements are achieved throughout the project lifecycle.

Plymouth based
Competitive day rate DOE
1–3 year contract
Site-based role
Inside IR35

Site Quality Manager

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 4/1/26
PAY RATE: $700.0 /DAY

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Site Quality Manager on a long-term contract for a project based in the Southeast of England from an April 2026 start. Key skills

Oversee all Site Quality Control (QC) activities and the on-site Quality team
Act as QC Lead reporting to the Project Site Manager, with functional reporting to the Project Quality Manager
Ensure compliance with HSE, quality standards and contractual requirements
Approve and control inspection and test plans, procedures, certifications and documentation
Conduct and manage intermediate and final inspections (IIS, FIS, MEC/TOP). Record and manage deviations, non-conformances and progress in QC systems (e.g. PIRS, LMS, ALP)
Must have boiler experience within Energy from Waste (EFW) or Power plant environments.
Must have EPC (Teir 1 Contractor) experience
Must hold a Welding qualification and/or CSWIP Welding Inspector certification

Location, remuneration and timeframe of Site Quality Manager role

Southeast England
April 2026
Longterm contract
Competitive Day Rate

Site Manager

CONTRACT

TERMS: contract
START DATE: 4/29/24
PAY RATE: $400.0 /DAY

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading Solar EPC with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Site Manager for its Dunfermline site. The strategically important Site Manager role comes with a salary of £65k, 10% Bonus, company vehicle, life and health cover, IT and PPE. If you’re a Site Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity, quality and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Sites you will:

Represent Employer with key stakeholders, including Clients, ICP’s, DNO’s, Subcontractors, Landowner’s, OEM’s, Technical Advisors etc
Management of key project resources including engineering team, on site quality managers, subcontractors and suppliers
On site management of utility scale solar PV and Battery Storage projects.
Responsibility for ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

SMSTS Trained
Black CSCS card preferable

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

Experienced as Site Manager on utility scale solar PV projects (20MW+) is highly desirable.
Experience of constructing ‘Tracker’ mounting structure a plus
Proven track record in ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations

Salary and benefits of the Site Manager role

£60k - £65k basic
10% Bonus
Company vehicle, health & life cover, IT and PPE