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Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 2x Pipefitters to join the Mechanical Main contractor across a number of Conventional Power Projects in the South of England including Milton Keynes and the Bristol area on a 4 months contract.

The Pipefitter positions come with an hourly rate from £28.00 to £32.00 under the CIS Model. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Carry out the installation and assembly of industrial pipework systems across power generation and heavy industrial projects throughout the South of England.
• Install pipework, valves, flanges, supports, brackets and associated mechanical equipment in accordance with project drawings and specifications.
• Read and work accurately from isometric drawings, P&IDs and mechanical installation drawings.
• Carry out pipe preparation, measuring, alignment, fitting and bolting to ensure installations are completed to the required tolerances and quality standards.
• Work closely with coded welders, mechanical supervisors and other trades to complete piping packages safely and to programme.
• Support the installation of process pipework associated with steam, water, gas and other power-generation systems, depending on project requirements.
• Complete works in accordance with RAMS, permit-to-work procedures and site health & safety requirements, maintaining high housekeeping standards.
• Previous experience working on CCGT, OCGT, Energy from Waste, biomass, conventional power stations or similar heavy industrial/process projects is highly desirable.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Pipefitter positions:

• Bristol, Milton Keynes, and Suffolk (Main works in Bristol)
• £28.00 to £32.00 per hour (CIS)
• Immediate start date
• 4 months

INDPOW

Water Treatment Technician

Northampton

Up to £25,000 + Van, Overtime & Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for Water Treatment Technician's to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Water Treatment Technician, this will see you travelling across Northampton and surrounding areas.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Water Treatment Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out inspections on tanks and cooling towers across various sites
• Reporting on the condition of the tanks and cooling towers
• Carrying out small maintenance works and repairs
• Basic sampling, temperature monitoring and recording
• Monitoring of the pre-post chlorination of the cooling towers
• Carrying out TMV servicing
• Ensuring that all documentation is completed and compliant.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A strong background of working within the water treatment industry
• Experience of working with cooling towers
• Knowledge of taking water treatment samples and carrying out inspections
• Previous plumbing experience would be ideal
• A DBS check is required for this position
• A relevant qualification is desirable

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Up to a £25,000 basic salary + overtime
• Company van, phone, and laptop
• Full training provided
• Fantastic company benefits
• Holiday package

 

How to Apply

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

 

Technical Project Manager Fareham £45k - £50k + Benefits Our client is an award winning and market leader in the provision of the design, manufacture and testing of certified strain measurement systems used in sectors such as wind energy, marine and oil and gas. With a healthy pipeline of work, an exciting opportunity now exists for a Technical Project Manager to manage and coordinate projects within the engineering operations. Roles & Responsibilities As the Technical Project Manger, you will be responsible for:  

• Establish project requirements and deliverables
• Liaise with all project stakeholders, developing business cases, budgets, resource plans and project schedules
• Form, lead and motivate the team
• Regularly liaise with stakeholders through the project, updating plans and schedules
• Regularly report project status (financial and progress against milestones) 

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

• Previous project management or coordination experience is essential 
• Experience of project management in an engineering/manufacturing environment is advantageous
• Technical background, ideally electronics however Mechanical will be strongly considered.

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

• £45 - £50k basic
• Competitive benefits package including 25 days holiday, Private Medical Cover and Enhanced Pension
• Quarterly incentives

How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 93 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.  

Astute’s Contract team is working with a UK based Solar Construction business to recruit an Electrical Engineer on a 1-year minimum contract for it’s Leicester & Birmingham sites. The Electrical Engineer position comes with a day rate of £300-£350 per day, Outside IR35 (depending on experience). Key Skills required for the role:

• Have a minimum of 1 year experience working on solar farm projects
• Electrical Engineer degree or equivalent
• CSCS
• SMSTS (desirable)

Additional Information for the role:

• This position will be looking after 2 sites, one in Leicester and one in Birmingham (3 days Leicester, 2 days Birmingham)
• Summer hours are: 7:30-6pm & winter hours are: 8-4:30pm
• Contract will be minimum a year, there is a large project pipeline so could go on for 2+ years
• ASAP start date

If this role is of interest, please get in touch!  

Title                     Waste Management Consultant  Department       Consultancy Line Manager    Head of Consultancy INTRODUCTION Astute are working with a European leader in nuclear dismantling and waste management who are currently looking for a Waste Management Consultant to join their team. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES  

• Successful delivery of assignment Projects within the time, cost and quality constraints imposed.
• To provide technical environmental, waste management and characterisation services in support of all aspects of the Company’s business and fulfil specific contracts.
• Provide relevant input into business development elements as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Work as a member of a team/Project or where appropriate lead Consultancy projects in accordance with UK Management arrangements
• Ensure the requirements of clients are understood, conducted and completed in accordance with arrangements
• To provide technical environmental, waste management and characterisation services in support of all aspects of the Company’s business and fulfil specific contracts.

TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS      

• Degree or Equivalent (Essential)
• PHE Foundation in Radiological Protection / AURPO Certificate of Professional Development in Radiation Protection          
• C2 / C3 Training
• Hazardous Waste Legislation      
• Class 7 Consignor            
• LLWR Consignment Training / Waste Loading Plans          
• EDF LLW Practitioner Training    
• Risk Assessor Training   
• Competencies / Skills     
• Process and Plant Knowledge      
• Radiation Protection Supervisor
• Gamma Spec     

                EXPERIENCE OF (Essential): Several Years’ experience in Environmental Safety Case and/or Waste Management and/or Decommissioning Environment (Ideally 5+) BEHAVIOURS People will be expected to demonstrate behaviours which cover the following areas:  

• Safety First
• Integrity
• Nuclear Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Extra Mile
• Enthusiasm
• Environmental Passion

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

• Location flexible if close to EDF office (Glasgow, Cumbria, Bristol etc.. as WFH 3/2 split then with office visits 3-4 a month) 
• £40-50,000 dependant on experience
• Excellent Pension and package

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit an Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor on a long-term contract for a project in West Midlands from September 2026.             Key skills

• Take ownership of EIC site activities across electrical, instrumentation, and control systems
• Act as the key on-site interface between contractors, site management, and engineering teams
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning to meet programme milestones
• Drive safe, efficient execution aligned to project timelines and quality standards
• Provide practical, on-the-ground leadership to ensure work is delivered right first time
• Lead and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved RAMS
• Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues quickly
• Manage defects, punch lists, and completion activities through to close-out
• Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding across EIC systems
• Raise and manage site changes, deviations, and interface issues with the wider project team
• Must be someone has who proven experience in EIC Supervision ideally within an EFW (Energy from Waste) / Energy project (Power, Oil & Gas etc).
• Must have a strong background working in live construction and commissioning environments
• Must hold an SSSTS (or equivalent)
• Must have experience within HV/LV/MW systems, instrumentation and control systems i.e. PLC /DCS

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor role  

• West Midlands
• September 2026
• Outside IR35
• 12 month minimum contract 

Trainee Air Hygiene Operative  

London & Surrounding areas

Up to £22,000 Plus Van & Benefits

 

Introduction…

 

We are currently recruiting for Air Hygiene Operatives to join a leading specialist of air hygiene and cleaning services. Working as an Air Hygiene Operative, this will see you travelling across London and surrounding areas.

 

this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

 

would very much suit someone wanting to work in a hands-on role

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Trainee Air Hygiene Operative, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Air Hygiene Supervisor on customer visits to deliver ventilation inspections
• Carrying out kitchen extract and air cleaning work in compliance with relevant regulations
• Working with oils, fluids, and lubricants safely
• Complete relevant service sheets and documentation
• Other air hygiene services where needed
• Supporting the Lead with inspection of the Fire dampers
• Assist on Installation of access doors into ventilation system

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong willingness to learn
• Experience with air hygiene services would be desirable
• Full UK Driving License

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Up to £22,000 per year
• Company van + fuel card
• Paid door to door
• Financial incentives + bonus
• Full training and support
• Excellent opportunities for career development
• Working Hours: 45 hours 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 3 weeks in advance where possible
• 20 days holiday plus ban holidays and the 20 days do increase after the 2nd year service
• Access to other healthcare and wellbeing
• Cycle to work scheme

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer London Salary up to £60,000 DOE     About the role: Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading turnkey engineering contractor, designing, installing, operating and maintaining environmentally friendly energy generating systems and networks, to recruit a Senior Mechanical Designer for its London based office. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £60,000 DOE, 33 days holiday + Bank Holiday’s and flexible working. If you’re a Mechanical Design engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is rapidly expanding and at the forefront of UK’s low carbon energy generating systems, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties:

• Lead the design of distributed energy schemes, energy centres, District Heating networks up to the point of heat delivery
• Rectify design issues to minimise impact on plant performance
• Design systems in the form of schematics, calculations, equipment selection, detailed drawings and BMS control strategies
• Liaise with internal and external designers, customers and in-house project teams
• Conduct HAZOP Studies, Risk Assessments, DSEAR assessments, and DESOPs
• Provide an understanding of current Building Regulations, industry guidance such as CIBSE, BSRIA, and all pertinent legislation
• Advise with specifying the mechanical aspects for tendering works
• Conduct site inspection reports and provide technical support during construction
• Develop commissioning plans and oversee commissioning activities with internal and external commissioning engineers.

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

• Degree qualified
• Chartered status (desirable)

    Personal skills: The Senior Design Mechanical Engineer role would suit someone who:

• 5-7 years’ experience within a design environment
• Sound understanding of design principles including heating/cooling distribution, boiler/CHP systems, ventilation systems, flue systems, general HVAC / building services engineering, with steam system design principles being advantageous but not essential.
• An understanding of National Design Specifications (NES/NBS) and competent in AutoCAD (2D)

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role:

• Salary up to £60,000
• 33 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working

    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 02393 910048> to speak to Ben Turner who can tell you more.   INDPOW

Electrical Technician

Saltend Power Station, Hull

Competitive Salary + Benefits

 

Introduction

Astute are looking for an Electrical Technician who will be working on a 1200MV CCGT facility, providing power to the UK market, and the adjacent Saltend Chemical Parks.

We are looking for a motivated Electrical Technician to join the maintenance department of this plant. The technician responsible for pre-planned and reactive maintenance work around the site to ensure minimal downtime.

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Electrical Engineer, as the Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Fault-finding and maintaining electrical assets including motors, switchgear, transformers and HV plant
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices
• Undertaking/assisting in plant developments/ projects
• Contract management and supervising contractors
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records together with work scheduling on the sites CMMS
• Ensuring HSE compliance at all times

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

• HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar
• Experience maintaining electrical assets including motors, switchgear, transformers, HV plant etc. in a heavy process environment. This could be a power station, petrochemical site, refinery, steel works etc.
• Flexible approach to working

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

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Generous overtime
• Pension

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 910 038 and ask to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.