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Astute’s Renewable Energy Team is exclusively partnering with a key player in the Solar and BESS market who are looking for a HV Contracts Manager to join the team. The role is a pivotal one and the purpose is to ensure operational excellence and to ensure the provision of HV support across the business is there when required This HV Contracts Manager role comes with a salary up to £55,000, incremental supplements for additional qualifications, a company vehicle plus bonus and generous benefits package. The ideal location would be in the South around Oxfordshire but we’re open to a more remote option too. If you’re a HV Contracts Manager and are looking to work for an innovative and proven Solar and BESS operator, EPC and developer, please get in touch. Responsibilities and duties of the HV Contracts Manager role Reporting to the HV Manager you will:  

• Manage all key personnel/companies both internally and externally relating to the HV activities
• Planning and execution of HV switching, isolations and earthing up to 33kV (this is subject to internal sign off with competence)
• Schedule HV operations in different regions, staying up to date with any contractual obligation
• Assist with understanding and interpreting client requirements within the HV scope of contract
• Ensure that proactive, annual maintenance schedules are created and adhered to
• Assess the existing HV supply chain and ensure it’s effectiveness, suggesting any improvements/changes with a data-driven approach
• Be able to carry out some HV remedial works when the decision is made to do the works internally
• Provide HV technical support for Field Engineers
• Full job spec available on application and request post telephone call with Astute

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Experience in large scale renewables projects, ideally BESS and/or solar
• Experience switching up to 33kV, 66kV would be great
• At least a NVQ level 3 in electrical installation, higher qualifications hugely desirable

Personal skills   The HV Contracts Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong communicator
• Excellent organisational skills
• Someone proactive and solutions-focussed

  Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role  

• Up to £55,000 basic salary
• Increases depending on authorisations
• Company vehicle
• Bonus up to 12.5%
• Life insurance
• Private healthcare
• Great pension
• 33 days holiday inc BH

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Mechanical Strategy Team Leader for its CCGT site in Kent.   The Mechanical Strategy Team Leader role comes with a salary of up to £85,000 + medical + bonus. If you are an experienced Mechanical Team Leader, who has worked on medium and long-team strategy, ideally with PSSR knowledge then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Strategy Team Leader role Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will:  

• Develop and implement governance, risk, and compliance strategies to ensure the safe and responsible operation of mechanical plant assets in line with relevant management systems, standards, and legislation.
• Lead the development and delivery of mechanical engineering business plans, ensuring alignment with wider operational objectives while managing operational and capital expenditure budgets.
• Manage mechanical projects and planned outages from concept through to completion, ensuring delivery against safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
• Develop and execute contract strategies, leading technical and commercial discussions with suppliers and managing contractor performance throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Establish, review, and optimise maintenance strategies to improve mechanical asset reliability, compliance, availability, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through root cause investigations, audits, benchmarking, and the implementation of industry best practice.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to a team of engineers, technicians, apprentices, and graduates, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and engineering standards while promoting a proactive and positive safety culture.
• Lead technical reviews, plant modifications, and design change activities, ensuring robust engineering governance and effective implementation.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external partners to optimise plant performance and support business objectives.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, or HNC/HND qualified with significant relevant industry experience.
• Strong mechanical engineering experience within power generation, heavy industry, manufacturing, or another asset-intensive environment.
• Experience with Boilers, Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs), pressure systems, and PSSR compliance is highly desirable
• Proven track record of managing projects, outages, or maintenance programmes in complex industrial settings.
• Strong understanding of contract management, supplier performance, and commercial risk.
• Knowledge of maintenance best practices and computerised maintenance management systems, ideally SAP.
• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification is desirable.

Personal skills The Mechanical Strategy Team Leader role would suit someone who is:  

• An engaging and collaborative leader who motivates, coaches, and develops high-performing teams.
• A confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
• A proactive and solutions-focused individual who challenges conventional thinking and drives continuous improvement.

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Strategy Team Leader role

• Starting salary of up to c. £85,000
• Benefits package including private medical insurance, bonus and very competitive pension contributions   
• Opportunity to work for a leading energy company with external training opportunities

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JOB DETAIL

 

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference. 

 

Req Id : 98529 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No 

Job Summary

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering.

  Black &Veatch Construction has a Waste-to-Energy project in the UK.  We are seeking a Site Manager - WtE - UK who will be responsible for successful execution of the construction and start-up of the project. They will provide leadership to the project staff and all organizations on site; direct staff in the daily/weekly planning process; function as a representative for Black & Veatch in all interactions involving the Owner and Contract; implement Black & Veatch standards and procedures; develop project specific procedures and allocates resources; and makes decisions in support of project strategies.  Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for updating and completing the Construction Execution Plan. 
• Reviews and refines the plan as the project progresses. 
• Directs overall construction effort including coordination of erection activities, suppliers, direct hire craft labor, subcontractors, startup and testing activities, and the owner. 
• Directs implementation of the Construction Processes and Procedures Manual (CPPM) and insures requests for deviations are submitted when necessary.
• Manages overall construction and startup cost to meet established budgets. 
• Reviews, analyzes, and reports monthly on project construction budget, schedule, and quality performance and takes appropriate action to return the project to plan. 
• Directs implementation of established project controls processes and procedures including Installation Work Packaging (IWP) through Package Manager software tool.
• Coordinates with leadership to negotiate and implement appropriate labor agreements.
• Establishes and maintains relationships and develops a high level of trust and credibility with clients, owners, alliance partners, craft labor, subcontractors, and suppliers. 
• Leads the site management team. 
• Directs implementation of project construction Safety & Health and Loss Control procedures and is responsible for ensuring that the project meets the agreed safety targets. 
• Directs implementation of project quality assurance procedures and is responsible for ensuring that the established level of quality is achieved. 
• Directs implementation of project commissioning and testing plan and is responsible for ensuring that the necessary resources are provided to commissioning. 
• Directs implementation of site materials management procedures. 
• Approves field purchases, equipment rentals, extra work authorizations, subcontractor progress and final payments, B&V professional time sheets, and B&V professional expense reimbursements. 
• Directs change order management for subcontracts. 
• Coordinates with project manager to identify and execute change orders to contract with owner.
• Directs the resolution of all back charges, collection of conformed to construction records, and other contract closeout activities. 
• Establishes site staffing needs and coordinates with Project Manager and construction department to staff site office. 
• Mentors site staff, promotes internal and external team building, and maintains morale. 
• Adheres to Safety, Quality, Ethical Standards, Lessons Learned, and Performance Management programs in accordance with C&P Policies, Standards, Guides, and Contractual commitments. 
• Is responsible for producing and implementing site specific procedures as required. Identifies and assesses improvement opportunities which will add value. 
• Champions implementation of LEAN concepts and continuous improvement efforts. 
• Assesses and supports the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements. 
• Proactively supports, encourages and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.
• Acts as project manager with responsibilities for the management of a multi discipline project team.

 

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Management Responsibilities Supervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates. Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 10+ years experience on similar projects in construction management role with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Site Manager. 
• No degree required with 15+ years experience with 5+ years in a construction management role on smaller projects or 3 years as a Site Manager. 

 

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.  • Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas. • See and hear naturally or with correction.    • Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.  • Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.  • Requires repetitive movement.  • May require work above 5 feet in height. • Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.  • Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. 

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment:   • Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.  • Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.  • Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions  • Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.  • Work around hazardous equipment. • Typical office environment. • This position is considered a safety sensitive position.  Competencies Collaborates Communicates effectively Courage Directs work Instills trust Interpersonal savvy Organizational savvy Salary Plan CNS: Construction Services

  Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Cambridge/Norwich Up to £39,000     About the role: Astute’s renewables team is partnered with one of the UK leading Solar O&M suppliers to recruit a Solar Field Service Engineer. The solar field service engineer will be providing site maintenance across O&M solar farm. This role comes with a salary of up to £35,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company vehicle. If you’re a field service engineer and are looking to work for an organisation committed to a great work culture and career development, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: The solar field service engineer role will have to:  

• Assist with preventive and corrective site maintenance
• Demonstrate fault finding and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve reactive maintenance issues
• Comply with HSE policies outlined by the company
• Build positive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
• Be willing to response to breakdowns in a timely manner
• Communicate with management, including highlighting any risks found

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

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualification or equivalent
• City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
• 18th edition

    Personal skills: The solar field service role would suit someone who has:

• A UK Driving License
• High Voltage experience, although not essential.
• Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulation Standards
• The willingness to participate in an on-call rota
• Strong Electrical fault-finding skills

    Salary and benefits of the field service role:

• Salary of up to £39,000
• Competitive call out rate
• 25-day holiday plus bank holidays
• Company Laptop
• Company Vehicle
• Companywide bonus 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 +44 (0)2392 221 600  to speak to Shaniece Gathii who can tell you more.   INDREN

Role:

Associate Asset Manager - Wind

Location:

Remote or Office Based in Bristol

Package Details:

£28 - £30k + 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 an Associate Asset Manager.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Associate Asset Manager, you will be responsible for:

To assist with the management of a number of wind assets / SPVs by ensuring best practice for safety, quality and environmental performance, whilst enhancing the overall returns and value of each project and complying with all of the applicable contractual agreements. You will be working alongside the wind asset manager and assist with the management of day to day activities on wind assets; this will involve working with contractors and subcontractors the financial management team and other internal personnel to provide a solid asset management function across all of their assets.

1. Assist with the management of SPV contracts.

2. Help ensure that all assets are in compliance with:

• Statutory requirements for Health, Safety and Environmental performance,

• Local planning authority requirements,

• Grid company connection conditions and power purchase agreements,

3. Ensuring that everyone accessing and working across the wind farms have adequate site inductions and the necessary competencies.

4. Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled activities on wind sites.

5. Log H&S occurrences, champion improvements and actively manage project compliance with Health, Safety and Environment requirements.

6. Perform site inspections to ensure that activities are being completed safely and to a high standard as required by internal requirements, as well as checking the condition of the sites.

7. Maintain management tools including: Operating Plans, Asset Registers and other management tools as necessary.

8. Optimise project performance:

• Monitor contractor performance during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance with a view to ensuring all contracted SLA’s are met or bettered,

• Follow maintenance strategies and activities with a view to reducing down time,

• Review regular and other reporting provided by the contractors and ensure any issues are being suitably addressed,

• Supervision of sub-contractors or overseeing the work of management contractors where required,

• Identify and establish the necessary KPIs to monitor the performance of each asset.

9. Identify equipment faults, carry out diagnoses and troubleshooting activities with support from the Monitoring Team. Escalate operations and performance issues to the wind asset manager as required.

10. Assist with the preparation of regular asset management reports on each asset.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. Engineering degree or equivalent.

2. Knowledge of wind farm asset management activities. Knowledge of solar will be considered a plus.

3. Experience with remote monitoring systems on plant and equipment.

4. Interpretation of mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, work instructions and design reviews

5. Contractor management.

6. Advanced Excel Skills.

7. Driver’s licence - You are required to visit company sites within the UK and Europe; this requires you to be able to drive

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £28 - £30k Basic

• 25 days Holiday

• Pension

• Sick Pay

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391775 and ask to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more.

Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for an Electrically bias Engineer to join their team to cover their customers within a 100 mile radius of Rugby.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of around £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with electrical experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  

• Driving around 100 miles per day.
• Servicing compactors and balers, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
• Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
• Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
• Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
• Working with scissor lifts, dock levellers and other waste handling equipment.
• Working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.

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

• 3-phase electrics experience.
• Background in maintenance.
• Road experience required.
• Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
• Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.

    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:

• Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
• A UK driving licence
• Good customer service skills

    Salary and benefits of the Electrical Field Service Engineer role

• Salary of around £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
• Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
• Mobile and van supplied.
• 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
• Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
• Full training provided.

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Electrical Process Engineer Polymers Recycling Skelmersdale Up to £55,000 + Package

 

Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider 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 Electrical Process Engineer to join their Polymers Recycling Facility on a permanent based in Skelmersdale. This role will be leading their optimisation programme across the facility, supporting in the improvement of plant performance, safety and capacity across the site while maintaining quality standards.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Electrical Process Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Identifying various electrical, mechanical and engineering solutions that will assist with the optimisation of plant performance, capacity, and safety.
• Working closely with the Senior Management teams across the site ensure that all technical preparations are completed prior to any optimisation activities being undertaken. This will include providing structured optimisation plans.
• Coordinating the site by liaising with other company departments to develop strong relationships with various clients.
• Ability to perform plant assessments using data driven analysis.
• Be a strategic thinker capable of taking the project from conception through design development to installation and commissioning.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Strong track record in process development with experience in material handling and processing in areas such as manufacturing, food processing or waste management.
• Good understanding of root-cause coupled with effective engineering solutions.
• Proven experience in the development of technical solutions from concept through to design, installation and commissioning.
• Degree qualified in an Engineering, chemistry, or physics discipline.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to lead teams and conduct financial reporting.
• Full driving Licence

 

Salary & Package

• Up to £55,000 + Package
• Benefits Package
• Opportunity to work on a key Polymers Recycling Facility

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 222 964 and ask to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.

Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

• Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
• Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
• Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
• Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
• Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
• Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
• You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
• Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
• Access doors installation in accordance with DW144

Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

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