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Principal Engineer - Mechanical Handling

Defence Sector / Marine

Remote working with travel to Plymouth, Devon

Competitive market related salary

 

Introduction

We are assisting our client a large defence company who is looking for a Principal Engineer with Mechanical Handling experience to support the delivery of mechanical handling equipment within the dockyard facility in Devonport. As the Principal Engineer you will be required to Lead and manage mechanical handling design packages whilst ensuring requirements are met through the design process.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the delivery of mechanical handling equipment within the Dock Facility in Devonport. This handling equipment consists of a gantry / goliath crane, fixed pedestal cranes and alternative mechanical handling equipment for moving smaller loads around the facility.
• Lead and manage mechanical handling design packages for Dock Facility ensuring requirements are met through the design process
• Manage deliverables through the Design process and Technical Governance process to ensure quality and consistency.
• Integration with other design disciplines to ensure that a co-ordinated Facility design is delivered

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Hold a degree in a relevant discipline and Chartered Membership of an appropriate Institution.
• Have experience in the design of cranes through design process with experience of requirements substantiation thereof
• Knowledge of lifting techniques, process etc. within a facility-based production environment
• Experience in the design of conventional mechanical handling equipment to support production activities, focus on materials handling and flow.
• Hold or be eligible to obtain security clearance (SC)

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• A competitive market related Salary
• Money purchase pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Share ownership scheme
• Occupational health services
• Flexible working hours (only non-industrials)

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393910041 and ask to speak to Matthew Brindley who can tell you more.

Job Description Job Title Lead Project Planner Department Group Projects Company Urenco Limited Location Any Urenco location Reports to Manager of Project System Security Clearance Level BC (with ability to obtain SC) Date September 2023 Version 1 JE Reference   prepared by Glenn Hodkinson Travel Requirements This role requires the mobility to work at Urenco location for periods of time and will require travel of up to 50%.   Job Purpose The Lead Project Planner will directly support portfolio and programme demands, and act as a first line customer point of contact. They will be responsible for Urenco programme planning and integrated scheduling between all Urenco sites and multiple global functions Act as local lead for the planning team. Direct and support the local delivery of project planning to projects. This role may be either a full time role or a part-time depending on team size. This role will act as one of the SME’s in support of the Standards function, contributing to and supporting the direction of the function   Job Dimensions Urenco Group’s global project portfolio of small and medium projects accumulating up to €100 million annual capex. Select projects ranging from €50 million to in excess of €500 million. Direct Reports Ranging from 1 to 8 (project planners) Indirect Reports Ranging from 1 to 8 (contractor, at multiple geographical locations) Budgetary Responsibility None Other Dimensions The role has multiple senior stakeholders as it is interfacing directly with the Urenco Group consequently the ability, and availability to travel to and work in several locations is required.  The programme element of this role will require reporting to senior executive forums.   Organisational & Job Context This role forms part of Group Projects, Project System team, which provides direct project support to effectively and efficiently manage the delivery of project expenditure. The Lead Project Planner will be responsible for Urenco programme planning.  In addition they will build a team to support this work and will act as one of the SMEs for the planning department and ensure the optimum use of Project Support personnel in accordance with Urenco’s policies and procedures. They will normally work remotely from line management and are expected to be able to operate with autonomy whilst providing services to several customers.   Accountability Example Performance Indicators Safety Culture

• Actively promote a pro-active safety culture throughout the project lifecycle and across the Group

 

• Zero fatalities, OSHA, reportable events or Lost Time Incidents

Project Planning

• Accountable for Urenco global programme planning.
• Accountable for the delivery of portfolio level reports including forward resource planning
• Develop project planning strategies specific to the project requirements
• Ensure alignment between the business objectives and the project delivery strategy
• Ensure alignment between the contractual requirements and the project delivery strategy
• Flow down project control requirements to the supply chain 
• Ensure optimal use of Project Planning resources both contract and Staff

• Fit for purpose project planning strategies and plans
• Robust project control processes aligned with the business requirement
• Flow down of terms and conditions to enable succinct reporting

Status Reporting

• Overall responsibility for the reporting of project, portfolio and/or programme planning status in relation to safety, scope, cost, schedule and Business benefits objectives
• Provide business level planning
• Analysis of project progress metrics and global KPI’s to ensure successful project delivery including flagging issues to the project manager in good time to enable remedial action
• Analysis of supply chain progress to ensure successful project delivery including flagging issues to the project manager in good time to enable remedial action
• Responsibility for implementing project control metrics to enable performance analysis

• All work conducted in line with Urenco policies and procedures
• On time reporting of both project and portfolio information

Integration

• Develop a high performance team, ensuring flawless integration of all sub-disciplines and functions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead the day-to-day activities of the project planning team ensuring project and commercial requirements are fulfilled
• Support the requirements of the project manager and project owner / end client

• Evidence that projects are using and incorporating specialist knowledge in project execution process
• Efficient and effective delivery of Project Planning
• Integrating individual projects and functional requirements into one holistic schedule for consumption by Senior Management, ExCom and ULtd Board

URENCO’s Commercial Position

• Ensure Urenco’s commercial position is robustly protected through the application of industry best practice in contracting strategies, supplier selection, procurement, contract negotiation and contract management

• Number/Effect of successful contractor claims against Urenco
• Cost and Schedule effects of Urenco initiated changes
• Across the Project lifecycle (performance derived from Project Reporting)

Good Practice Development

• The role will ensure knowledge is retained and transferred and undertake lessons learnt reviews to promote continuous improvement

• Support the creation and update of project policies and procedures using lesson learnt and previous good practices

  Education & Qualifications Required Essential/ Desirable Experience Needed Essential/ Desirable

• Educated to Degree level a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
• Project Management  or Project controls Qualification / Accreditation such as APM, PMI or ACostE Etc.

E D  

• Min. 5 years’ experience of managing project control teams
• Min. one project exceeding €10 million
• Demonstrable experience across the entire project lifecycle, from concept development to hand-over
• Min. 5 years working within multi-cultural teams
• Demonstrable success in project delivery outside the nuclear industry

E E D D E   Specific know-how and skills required Essential/ Desirable Behavioural Competencies Competency Level

• Ability to analyse project requirements and critical success factors and translate these into bespoke Project Planning Strategies
• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing strategies that successfully deliver project to Business objectives (safety, budget, cost, benefits)
• Experience of and be skilled in managing ambiguity and being confident to take accountability for delivering to the Business
• Experience of managing complex contractual relationships including the provision of free-issue materials, technology or IP, able to demonstrate a proven track record in managing suppliers to deliver within this context.
• Demonstrable ability in building teams of highly performing professionals,  communicating strategy and building a team accountable for delivery
• Solid knowledge of leading project controls personnel 
• Skilled in leading project teams to success with minimal supervision.
• Analytical bias with attention to detail specifically concerning data collation, analysis and presentation
• Proven track record in managing contract delivery, protecting the owner’s contractual position at all times and preventing the likelihood of claims.
• Conversant in business English
• Conversant in business language specific to role location

  E E E D E E D D D E E

• Team Leadership Ability to align multicultural team members around clear, common goals to successfully achieve project objectives, in roles ranging from oversight or “management by influencing” to active deliver.
• Driving for Results Continuous drive to achieve and exceed challenging goals, bringing a restless desire to continuously improve
• Focus on Performance Holding team members and contributors accountable to all standards of performance.
• Acting Decisively Taking action to position Urenco to succeed in the future. Willingness to accept personal risk, inherent where action is based on trends and forecasts rather than complete data and information.
• Going Beyond the Data Ability to identify patterns or connections between situations that are not obviously related and identify underlying issues.
• Customer Orientation Focusing effort on discovering and meeting the customer’s (project, or business) requirements.
• Thirst for Knowledge Driven by an underlying curiosity and desire to improve subject matter, organisational, and personnel knowledge.
• Building a Learning Culture Supporting and enabling others to develop their capability in line with organisational needs and personal and professional aspirations.
• Working Collaboratively Works co-operatively with others, seeking input from others within the business, as opposed to working separately or in isolation.
• Challenger Mentality Thinks independently to offer alternative views or suggestions based on a robust understanding of the subject matter and the situation or issue.

Level 2 Level 2   Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 2    

Astute’s Nuclear team is working with a leading company in the industry to recruit for a Civil Structural Engineer on a long term contract, based out of their Bristol office. The Civil Structural Engineer role comes with an hourly rate of £45- £50 per hour                   Key skills  

• Modifying reinforced concrete or steel structure designs compliant with the ETC-C or other
• relevant codes (Eurocodes) and project methodology;
• Checking and coordinating the detailing activities with CAD designers or other engineers in
• preparation of 3D BIM rebar model and/or 2D drawings of reinforced concrete or steels
• structure;
• Managing engineering changes in line with company/project procedures and QA process;
• In charge of the assessment and the response to Field Changes Requests, Field Information
• Requests or Site Non Conformance coming from the civil works contractors;

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Civil Structural Engineer role  

• Bristol based
• £45- £50 per hour
• Hybrid working
• Hinkley Point C project

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a Temporary and False works business with a commitment to professional development, innovation and sustainability, to recruit a Structural Development Engineer for their new office in Burton on Trent. The strategically important Development Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, a generous pension of 10% employer contribution as well as 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 over time. If you’re a Structural Engineer within product design and are looking to work for an organisation that is growing within the innovation space then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Development Engineer role   Reporting to the Quality Manager you will:  

• Develop new product ideas for the business as well as complete the drawings to ensure quality and safety
• Develop Falsework and formwork designs
• Produce Hand Calculations
• Test new products as and when needed

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A degree in Engineering
• Desirable to be a Chartered with a relevant institution
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within Structural Engineering

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

• Ambitious and keen to contribute to future ideas
• Able to work independently, but also as part of a team
• Enthusiastic about their workload
• Able to travel if needed to sites around the UK

Salary and benefits of the Development Engineer role

• Up to £55,000 dependant on experience
• 10% employer contribution to pension
• 25 days annual leave, which increases with length of service
• Company socials

 INDNUC  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Commissioning Shift Team Leader on a 6 month contract for its Leeds site. The Commissioning Shift Team Leader role comes with a day rate of £550.             Key skills  

• Ensure that all relevant HSEQ requirements are incorporated into area of responsibility and that, in consultation with site management, HSE and commissioning team, HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable
• Prepare and issue permits to Work and system isolations for works within the shift
• Ensure that works within area of responsibility are executed in accordance with the contract and conform with project time requirements
• Independently operate, monitor, and maintain systems according to the scope of responsibility, in the control room and on site
• Update and maintain shift logs and maintenance regimes
• Overseeing the work performed by shift personnel and suppliers during operation
• Liaise and coordinate with other project team members, in particular the Commissioning Manager and Commissioning Lead Engineers
• Records all operational events in the shift logbook
• Participate in regular control tours throughout the plant
• Deliver Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Keep the Commissioning Manager / Site Manager informed of all site-related activities
• Must have EfW experience

  Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Commissioning Shift Team Leader role  

• Leeds
• 6 Months minimum
• £550.00 per Day
• Outside IR35

Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer - JP14586 – Up to £68.00 per hour

 

Key skills 

• Mechanical engineers with building services experience
• Varied background in building services, does not need to be nuclear.
• Highly regulated environments - where there are processes to follow
• HVAC, water suppliers, sewage, any mechanical systems in a building.

 

This is an 'Intelligent customer' role - guide design houses to provide the correct design - review and feedback on designs.

Experience with dealing with stakeholders, reviewing design documents  

Legislation / building regs experience

 

2 days on site in Devonport – negotiable for right person.

Can start on BPSS

Single stage teams interview

 

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a company who are leaders in lifecycle construction and operations for the Utilities and Infrastructure sectors and are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveying (SQS) to act as the key commercial link between project delivery teams and senior project management. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll manage commercial risk and opportunities, support commercial strategy development, and provide oversight across both operational and project functions. This role involves close collaboration with pre-construction teams, dispute resolution, cost estimation, and maintaining commercial standards. You’ll lead a commercial team, ensure compliance with corporate governance, and manage key stakeholder relationships across internal teams, clients, and suppliers. If you’re a SQS with experience in drafting and issuing NEC contracts, working with multi-disciplined teams and have excellent commercial awareness, then upload your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties As the Senior Quantity Surveyor you will:

• Support the creation and delivery of a robust commercial vision and strategy, providing inspirational leadership and coaching to commercial teams to promote commercial awareness and high performance.
• Deliver accurate and insightful financial reporting and governance, ensuring alignment with project budgets and targets, and driving a culture of commercialism, efficiency, and innovation.
• Resolve commercial disputes effectively while maintaining relationships and protecting the company’s reputation, ensuring appropriate risk exposure in all activities.
• Ensure supply chain services meet company standards and manage client relationships to achieve key business KPIs, safeguarding business interests and reputation.
• Assist in implementing performance improvement initiatives, support procurement and contractual management, and oversee quotations and presentations within tight timeframes.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience of managing the commercial delivery of multi-disciplined projects across engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance in multiple industries.

 

• BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent experience).
• Experience and knowledge of industry contract types, particularly the NEC suite of contracts.
• Strong numeracy & analytical skills and knowledge of accounting policies and principles.
• Planning, problem-solving, and change management skills with the ability to make things happen.

Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to influence effectively at a senior level and articulate views convincingly. Personal skills The SQS role would suit someone who is:

• An aspiring leader who provides guidance and coaching.
• Encourages teamwork and inspires confidence.
• Enlists the best performance of colleagues and external resources.
• Builds professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Rates of the QS role

• Inside IR35
• Contract length – 6-9 months
• £450 - £500 per day

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with an international design consultancy who are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to join their busy established team in the heart of Birmingham, in a newly refurbished office. The strategically important Senior Structural Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, a competitive company pension, flexible working, the opportunity to work abroad and a market leading bonus scheme. If you’re an experienced, chartered Structural Engineer, that has a proven background working on complex building structures, which could be Nuclear, Train Stations or Hospitals etc, and you are looking for a change, hit apply with your most up to date CV today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role   Reporting to the Team Leader you will:  

• Perform design duties on national and international design schemes
• Oversee junior members of staff as and when is needed
• Complete site visits as and when is needed
• Keep track of the project and be able to report back to management as to how things are progressing
• Report into management of future business leads

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally between 5-8 years’ experience as a Structural Engineer
• Experience designing complex structures, which could be nuclear, rail infrastructure, buildings  
• Chartership with the ICE or IStructE or other recognised organisation is required
• Design experience with both Reinforced Concrete and Steel

  Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• An established leader, or keen to grow into the role
• A team player but also able to work independently to time constraints
• Adaptable to change
• Keen to learn other sectors as and when needed (possibility of secondment to other discipline sectors)

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  

• Up to £55,000 dependant on experience
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Company matched pension
• Performance bonus, based on the business and individual performance
• Ability to work remotely from abroad

 INDNUC  

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