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JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Battery & Charger Engineer   Based: UK Wide Annual Leave: 25 days per annum plus 8 days public holidays   Pension: Government Workplace Pension Location The post holder’s main place of employment will be in the field at our customers’ site throughout the UK as determined by head office in Aberdeen. The postholder operates from home with work instructions being received on a daily basis from the Service Desk in the Head Office Working Hours The standard hours of work are 0800 – 1630 Monday to Friday. Any overtime must be pre-authorised by Norco head office in Aberdeen and will be paid at time and a half, or double time depending on the house worked. Overall Purpose of the Job The main purpose of the Battery and Charger Engineer role is to maintain, change and repair any Norco equipment on Customer sites. The postholder will be issued with weekly jobs to attend site for the topping, cleaning and maintaining of the batteries and will be issued with callouts as and when they come in to carry out repairs. Job sheets and reports must be completed and submitted to head office on a weekly basis. The post holder will report to Adrian Lowe, Service Manager and will work as part of the Service Team. Roles & Responsibilities The main duties and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Onsite commissioning maintenance
• Changing and Repairing industrial batteries, chargers and associated equipment
• Complete job sheets and reports on battery maintenance for submission to Norco Head office.
• Provide battery changing cover at customer’s sites around the UK as and when required
• Cleaning of batteries and chargers to the agreed standard
• Testing and repairing of batteries and chargers
• Safely preparing equipment for transportation
• Any other duties as required by Norco

Skills & Qualifications Strong electrical/mechanical knowledge would be an advantage although no formal qualifications are required for this post. Experience of working with fork lift trucks would be an advantage. Full training on product and equipment will be provided by Norco QHSE Responsibilites

• To comply with Norco Group and Client, Quality, Safety and environmental management systems and procedures at all times.
• Ensure that all accidents, incidents, near misses and hazards are immediately reported and relevant paperwork is completed.

Attributes & Personal Qualities The post holder should possess the following attributes:  

• Excellent communication skills at all levels, both internally within the company and externally to the customer
• Ability to function as part of a team
• Diligent and conscientious attitude and the ability to prioritise a busy workload
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Responsible and mature attitude
• Strong electrical/mechanical knowledge
• Ability to function under pressure
• Ability to understand the technical nature of the product
• The ideal candidate should be an enthusiastic all-rounder with a flexible approach to work and a willingness to learn, ambitious to develop within the company

 

Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join their Energy division, based from Stone with regular travel to UK client sites. This is a hands-on role focused on the testing and commissioning of electrical automation and control systems, ranging from system upgrades to full turnkey installations. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring systems are tested, validated, and ready for operation, working closely with engineering and site teams.   Responsibilities and duties of the Commissioning Engineer role As the Commissioning Engineer, you will be:  

• Carrying out site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities
• Supporting factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• Supervising installation work on client sites
• Ensuring all work meets technical and safety standards
• Producing and managing commissioning documentation and test records
• Marking up drawings and schematics with site changes
• Developing and reviewing test and commissioning procedures
• Deploying and verifying configuration files (PLC, SCADA, RTU, IEDs, networks)
• Supporting site preparation, materials, and equipment setup
• Managing commissioning tools, spares, and test equipment
• Carrying out fault finding and resolving system issues
• Managing LOTO and safe isolation procedures on site

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Background in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Experience in test and commissioning of electrical/control systems
• Strong fault-finding skills on electrical and electronic systems
• Understanding of SCADA, PLCs, and substation control systems
• Knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet, fibre, serial systems)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Understanding of electrical safety and LOTO procedures
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

• 18th Edition (BS7671) and C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing
• Experience on National Grid substations
• Knowledge of substation secondary systems
• Experience writing test and commissioning documentation

  Personal Skills The Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Technically strong with a hands-on approach
• Analytical and methodical in problem solving
• A clear communicator with site teams and clients
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working under pressure and to deadlines
• Flexible with travel and site-based work

Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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Engineering Project Design Leader – Renewable Energy Girvan A highly competitive salary + car allowance     Introduction Are you a highly professional design engineer that has mentoring or leadership experience? Are you looking to work in a high tech, open plan, office environment on a large-scale anaerobic digestion facility? Then look no further! Our client is seeking an Engineering Project Design Leader who will lead a small team of CAD Technicians and graduates to ensure design packages are delivered to meet the agreed project schedules.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Engineering Projects Leader you will be responsible for:

• Promote a proactive culture of safety and make sure that engineering designs meet the highest standards for safety.
• Make sure that approved engineering projects follow the established design standards.
• Assist the Engineering Projects Leader in regularly assessing the resources needed to successfully carry out each approved project.
• Establish resource plans and set clear objectives for the design team, ensuring that they achieve all design requirements and provide detailed equipment lists and specifications for projects and development initiatives.
• Ensure that design packages are completed and shared with Project Engineers according to the agreed project schedule.
• Develop and regularly update training plans for your team members to ensure they stay current with legal requirements and possess the necessary skills.
• Guarantee that the design team meets all agreed targets for validating engineering projects.
• Always keep the engineering files and library up to date.
• Occasional travel to other sites when needed.
• Other duties as required.

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

• Degree in Engineering Design/Mechanical Engineering/Chemical Engineering or similar
• Previous in-house design experience working for an engineering projects or services company
• A professional design engineer with a chartership
• Management or leadership experience working previously with graduates
• Strong attention to detail and with a high level of integrity
• Ability to use design and project management software applications/packages
• A positive drive and attitude towards continuous improvement
• A full driving licence

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

• A highly competitive salary + car allowance
• 40 hours per week on site with flexible start and finish times
• Health Insurance (after successful completion of probation)
• Pension and Pensions Advice Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Eyecare Voucher Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay (after successful completion of probation)

    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 07441391174 to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.     INDREN

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. They are looking for a Senior CS&A Engineer to provide hands-on analysis and design within the C&S department.   This integral position comes with a salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience and the chance to work on a hybrid basis.   If you’re an experienced Civil, Structural and Architectural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Senior CS&A Engineer you will:  

• Prepare design documentation throughout the design process
• Develop designs to satisfy technical specifications
• Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
• Contribute to design reviews
• Prepare of technical specifications
• Prepare risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures

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

• A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel
• Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel
• Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types
• Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position

    Personal skills: The CS&A Engineer role would suit someone who has/is:  

• Strong team player
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel
• Ability to obtain security clearance

    Salary and benefits of the Senior CS&A Engineer role:  

• Base salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
• Career development opportunities  
• Hybrid working

Supply Chain Risk Manager

Contract Length: 12 months

Warrington/Carlisle/Crewe/Whitehaven – Hybrid working. Some travel will be required £300-£400/day Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP

 

Introduction…

We have a fantastic opportunity to support the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain and contribute to the success of a large nuclear organisation. You will be developing and embedding an effective process to manage and monitor Supply Chain Risk.  

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Supply Chain Risk Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and embedding a fit for purpose supply chain risk management process
• Ensuring the Commercial Directorate risks are updated and managed accordingly
• Taking the lead on developing Critical Supplier contingency plans
• Working in conjunction with Sourcing Team to identify risks and opportunities to enable effective management of categories and associated areas of spend
• Develop monthly “Macro Supply Chain Issues” reporting for distribution across the business
• Development, Leadership and Management of Business continuity planning across the Commercial Directorate, whilst simultaneously ensuring alignment to Enterprise-wide mechanisms and plans
• Support the Head of Procurement & supply Chain in ensuring the Commercial Division meets its legislative, regulatory, customer and stakeholder obligations always.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Detailed & practical understanding of identifying and managing risk related to Supply Chains
• Practical understanding of how to develop and implement a Supply Chain Risk management process
• Detailed understanding of the governance framework a public procurement function operates under e.g., Public Contracts Regulations, Government Commercial Operating Standards, Public Procurement Notes etc.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders, understanding their key drivers, and managing their requirements
• Please note a drugs & alcohol testing & DBS check will need to be completed prior to commencing work  

Desirable experience:

• Member of a recognised professional institute or body (e.g., MCIPS, IAACM, IRM)
• Degree in Business/Economics/Law or equivalent experience
• Usage of Atamis and Sage systems
• Security Clearance: BPSS Basic

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 391 174 and ask to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.

Astute’s Renewables team is proudly partnering with a leading a renewable energy company with a commitment to professional development and sustainability. They have multiple different technologies in house, and they are looking to recruit an Electrician, with a focus on LED Lighting to be able to travel the whole of the UK. This Electrician role comes with a salary of up to £40,000, pension plan and expenses paid for both travel and when you’re working away. You will also be encouraged to continue your own personal development. If you’re an Electrician and are looking to work for an organisation that is keen to work for an ever expanding, exciting business, then submit your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Lead Electrician you will:  

• Be assisting the Lead Electrician on the installation of LED Lighting arrays in Commercial and Industrial Environments
• Ensure general Health and Safety in house is perfectly understood and executed
• Help to wire, test and complete the systems
• Assist with being client facing with the customer in the event the Lead Electrician is not present

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
• 18th Edition Wiring
• ECS Gold Card
• Full UK Driving License

Personal skills The Electrician role would suit someone who is:  

• Keen to develop and progress their career
• Someone who is willing to travel and work away from home
• Comfortable working as part of a team

Salary and benefits of the Electrician role  

• Up to £40,000 a year
• Competitive company pension scheme
• Milage expenses paid every 2 weeks
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

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Process Engineer – Anaerobic Digestion Comprehensive salary and package, including car allowance and benefits Leamington Spa (other locations available, please enquire) We are, ideally, looking for more senior level Process Engineers but would welcome interest from all levels. About the role: Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering exclusively with a key business and influential player in the UK Anaerobic Digestion market. The company are seeking a Process Engineer to join them to develop and build a portfolio of multi-year contracts and projects in the UK. If you’re wanting to work for an emerging, key player in the UK biogas sector and be a part of this best in class team and company, then please apply below. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Head of Engineering you will:

• Lead the process and mechanical engineering on new build anaerobic digestion projects from feasibility stages to performance testing and into operations
• Produce various technical documents, including mass balances, process calculations, process flow diagrams, P&IDs as well as heat and energy balances
• Prepare technical specifications and advise with engineering decision-making and justification
• Take the lead during project phase, chairing internal and external engineering reviews
• Coordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist subcontractors and internal and external stakeholders, representing the client with the utmost integrity
• Compile and collate final documentation, as built drawings and test sheets for O&M manuals
• Manage and oversee the production of QA documentation, including FAT documentation and more
• Other duties are required

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

• A degree in a relevant field, ie a relevant engineering of chemical degree
• Experience in anaerobic digestion, biomethane/biogas, biomethane injection or liquid organic waste management would be highly desirable
• Process review experience and experience with HAZOPs, ALMs and DSEAR regulations
• Knowledge of CAD and 3D modelling would be advantageous but not essential
• UK driving licence

 Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role:

• Comprehensive financial package
• Performance related bonus
• Company pension
• Excellent career progression
• 25 days holiday

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 07458161788 to speak to Tim Norford who can tell you more.    

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading engineering and technology organisation specialising in complex maritime and defence systems to recruit a Research Engineer for its facility in Winfrith Newburgh. The Research Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, excellent benefits package including dental insurance, travel insurance and enhanced holiday allowance, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and development projects that support future technologies and capabilities. If you’re a Research Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that values innovation, technical excellence, and professional development, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Research Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will:  

• Design, build, test and develop low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) systems and concepts.
• Support the development of innovative technologies through prototype design, testing, data analysis, and evaluation.
• Plan and lead laboratory and field-based testing activities, including acting as Trials Officer where required.
• Design scientific test plans and methodologies to validate technical concepts and meet project objectives.
• Select, configure and operate measurement and instrumentation equipment.
• Develop bespoke test setups and systems to support research and development activities.
• Produce technical documentation including test plans, method statements, risk assessments, and technical reports.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and electrical systems during testing and trials.
• Analyse test data to identify trends, relationships, and technical conclusions.
• Develop bespoke software tools using MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, or similar platforms to support modelling, testing, and analysis.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, customers, and stakeholders to translate research concepts into practical engineering solutions.
• Support bid and proposal activities through technical input, work package development, and estimation activities.
• Participate in UK and overseas testing programmes, including at-sea trials where required.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Previous experience within a research, development, testing, or engineering environment.
• Experience planning, executing, and documenting system tests and trials.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and their integration.
• Experience using measurement and instrumentation equipment.
• Programming experience using MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, or similar software.
• Experience within the defence, maritime, naval, or advanced engineering sectors would be advantageous.
• Experience participating in field or at-sea trials would be beneficial.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC).

  Personal skills   The Research Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• An excellent communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and adaptable problem solver
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.
• Highly motivated with a passion for innovation and technology development.
• Confident in making decisions and taking ownership of technical challenges.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of environmental, health, and safety performance.
• Flexible and willing to travel within the UK and overseas when required.

  Salary and benefits of the Research Engineer role  

• Competitive Salary and benefits package including:
• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Flexible working scheme
• Travel Insurance
• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Income Protection
• Dental Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Discount scheme and more.

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