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Electrical Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a well-established independent connections provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit an Electrical Supervisor to cover projects around the Yorkshire/Liverpool areas. The Site Supervisor role comes with a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 + company vehicle, fuel card, regular overtime, an annual bonus, 30 days holiday including shutdown days & private healthcare after 6 months. If you’re an Electrical Supervisor or qualified Electrician with some supervisory experience looking for that step up and want to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Supervisor role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:  
  • Support Project Managers to plan and deploy resources for electrical installation works.
  •   Manage the daily planners for Electrical Installers.
  • Produce take?off sheets from designs and procure all relevant electrical installation materials.
  •   Ensure all installations are compliant with BS7671, using your expertise alongside company systems and processes to manage quality.
  • Compile, review, and challenge site?specific RAMS and Programmes of Work.
  • Carry out Health & Safety Audits and Toolbox Talks with installers on site.
  • Prepare, review, and sign off electrical installation certificates in line with NICEIC or equivalent standards.
  • Assist Project Managers in compiling all required handover documentation for each project.
  • Any other reasonable request aligned with this role as directed by the Operations Manager.    
Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • NVQ Level 3 electrotechnical qualification
  • 18th edition wiring regulations certified
  • 2391-52 or equivalent inspection and testing
  • SSSTS or SMSTS is ideal but not necessary
  • Valid UK Driving Licence
Personal skills   The Electrical Supervisor role would suit someone who is:  
  • Able to communicate effectively both internally and to stakeholders
  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role   £45,000 - £50,000 + company vehicle, fuel card, regular overtime, an annual bonus, 30 days holiday including shutdown days & private healthcare after 6 months. INDPOW #LI-TS1  

Biogas Plant Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewable Energy team is partnering with a UK leading business in anaerobic digestion that provides cost-effective, low carbon, food and organic waste management. We are looking to recruit an experienced Biogas Plant Manager for their site in Hertfordshire. The strategically important Plant Manager role comes with a salary of up to £60,000 life assurance, employer pension and additional benefits package. If you’re an experienced Plant Manager and are looking to work for a leading business within the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Biogas Plant Manager Reporting to the Area Manager you will:  
  • Optimising process plant operations
  • Managing feedstock processing and planning
  • Weekly and monthly reporting of plant efficiency, trends and analysing data
  • Providing solutions to technical variances
  • Site maintenance and coordination of PPM
  • Be part of on call and weekend shift cover
  • Be responsible for cost control and budgets
  • Managing external contractors when necessary
  • Drafting RAMS and being accountable for HSE
  • Managing the relationships with external bodies, such as the Environmental Agency
  • Managing on site colleagues, such as Operators and Engineers
  • Capable of first line mechanical maintenance and raising more complex faults to an on-call-team
  • Other duties as required
Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, such as chemical or mechanical is an advantage
  • Mobile Plant (telehandler, loading shovel) licence or time served experience
  • NEBOSH or willingness to train towards
  • WAMITAB or willingness to train towards
  • Full UK Driving Licence is essential
  Personal skills   The Biogas Plant Manager role would suit someone who is:  
  • Experienced in anaerobic digestion or a similar heavy processing environment at a managerial or supervisory level
  • Hands on and leads by example
  • Excellent computer literacy
  • A mentality towards a continuous improvement and a genuine passion for the industry
  • Excellent people management skills
  Salary and benefits of the Biogas Plant Manager role  
  • Salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience
  • Healthcare and life assurance
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Employer pension
  • Bonus
  • Overtime
  • Additional benefits discussed at interview
  • The chance to join a leading business within the renewable energy sector
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Site Operative
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Site Operative

Aggregates

Suffolk

£21,605 + £1,625 Shift Allowance c£23,230 OTE

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Site Operative to join an award-winning business who are specialist in the production of sustainable construction products. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company which can offer job security and stability. This is an exciting time to join a company who are currently investing into a brand-new purpose-built facility.

 

The Role

Working as a Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

  • Monitoring the manufacturing production line.
  • Driving mobile plant and carrying out housekeeping and minor maintenance.
  • Maintaining a high level of awareness within the Plant for Health, Safety, Welfare and Security matters and in this respect to lead by example and take a pro-active approach.
  • Undertaking training and learning new skills required for efficient operations, such as operating mobile plant, plant maintenance, first aid and confined space working

 

This role involves working a 2 rotating shift basis covering a Monday- Friday. Please only apply if suitable. Shifts are: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm

 

The Candidate

To be considered you should have experience in the below:

  • Demonstrate excellent reliability and responsibility
  • Previous experience in a mechanical role
  • Coming from a fast-paced production environment such as Aggregates, Waste Management or FMCG is advantageous
  • Tele-handler or Forklift Truck licence ideally

 

What’s on Offer

Full package of c£23,230

Training for in-house tickets on FLT or Telehandler where appropriate.

20 days holiday + BH

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.


Air Hygiene Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
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

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.


Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Role:

Commissioning Engineer

Location:

Remote to cover the Midlands territory

Package Details:

£50 - £55K + benefits

Introduction

My client is well developed, design and manufacturer for a wide range of general purpose and high performance A.C. Inverter Drives and they integrate them into system applications for various Industrial markets, worldwide.

Due to a structured growth plan, they are looking to fill 3x Commissioning Engineer vacancies to cover the Midlands territory.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with experience with the following:

  • 24 dc control circuits, 12 volt circuits
  • PILZ relays, safety control systems
  • 3 Phase High Voltage
  • AC/DC Systems
  • Powertrain Testing Rigs
  • Internal Combustion Engines
  • EV

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • £50 - £55K Basic
  • Pension
  • Holiday
  • 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.

 

 


Air Hygiene Operative
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

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

Blasting Assistant - Sheffield
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute is exclusively partnering with one of the leaders in industrial cleaning and shockwave solutions within the Power Generation sector to recruit a Trainee Field Technician/ Blasting Operative to join their growing team in Sheffield. The Trainee Field Technician role comes with a starting salary of £32,100 with an expected OTE of £40,000. This role will be based in their Sheffield team, however it will require extensive travel and staying away throughout the UK 5-6 days a week. If you’re have hands-on experience, are comfortable working and staying away regularly and are looking to work for an organisation that offers key development within a really interesting sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Supervisor you will be responsible for:
  • Joining a team of Blasting Operatives and Engineers working across the UK’s power generation sector to provide key industrial cleaning and shockwave solutions within a number of Power Stations and Energy from Waste centres throughout the UK.
  • You will use key cleaning technologies to improve the efficiently of power stations and process facilities. This done through controlled detonative charges used in a power station boiler, to dislodge corrosive build-up on pipework.
  • You will be responsible for the safe and efficient transport and usages of explosives, working in a close team to deliver a timely and responsive cleaning service across the UK. This post will require a sizable amount of travel that can include weekends.
  • The reward for your flexibility, time and skill is generous a training period, competitive salary package and overtime offering.
    Professional Qualifications & Personal Attributes We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience of working in a “hands-on” position previously, ideally within a hazardous or industrial environment would be desirable although not necessary.
  • A full clean UK driving licence is essential.
  • Has an understanding of mechanical maintenance, ideally with some form of qualifications.
  • A flexible approach to working and happy to stay away from home 5/6 days per week.
  • A pro-active and can-do attitude.
  • Happy to travel across the UK.
    Salary and benefits of the Trainee Field Technician role
  • Basic salary of up to £32,000, OTE £40,000
  • Generous holiday package – 25 Days
  • Paid Travel and Expenses.
  • Structured development and progression opportunity.
 

Solar PV Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading developer renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Solar PV Engineer to cover sites across Taunton/Glastonbury. The strategically important Solar PV Engineer role comes with a salary of £35k - £50k, 6% pension, bonus, healthcare, and life cover. If you’re a Solar PV Engineer based in the Southwest of UK and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Operations & Maintenance you will:  
  • Carry out routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems
  • Complying with company procedures
  • Performing Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan
  • Performing Corrective Maintenance as occurs
  • Reporting of activities performed on site, upon any site visit and on a daily basis, through online reporting system.
      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ qualification in Electrical Installations
  • C&G 2382-18
  • C&G 2391-52 or equivalent
  • Knowledge of maintenance procedures and ability to follow maintenance schedules.
  • Knowledge of Solar would be a advantageous, however not essential
      Personal skills The Solar PV Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Enthusiastic about sustainable & renewable energy
  • Career driven and open to development
    Salary and benefits of the Solar PV Engineer role  
  • £35k - £50k basic DOE
  • Bonus
  • 6% Pension
  • Full health cover/Life cover
  • Vehicle/Mobile/PPE/IT equipment all provided
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
   

Construction Manager - Nevendon
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
BESS Construction Manager – Renewables Nevendon - Essex £55,000-£65,000 DOE + car allowance + bonus     Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s leading EPC service providers in the development, construction, and operation of solar power plants to recruit a Construction Manager for their Nevendon site. The Construction Manager role comes with a salary of £55,000-£65,000 DOE, a car allowance and a 12.5% KPI driven bonus. If you’re a Construction Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that is growing rapidly in the renewables space, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: You will be responsible for:
  • Meeting with key stakeholders, including Clients, ICP’s, DNO’s, Subcontractors, Landowner’s, OEM’s, Technical Advisors
  • Managing key project resources which will include the engineering team, on site quality managers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
  • On site managing of utility scale Battery Storage projects.
  • Reviewing works against quality and requirements
  • Ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations.
  • Coordination of subcontractors and all on site activities.
  • Ensure site documentation is prepared and delivered for project handover and O&M or safety file compilation.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience as Construction/Site Manager on utility scale BESS projects
  • SMSTS
  • Black CSCS card
  • Strong preference for NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK).
  •  
    Personal skills: The Construction Manager role would suit someone who is:
  • Self-starter with willingness to self-develop and a passion for renewable energy.
  • Desire to work in an international Company.
  • Flexible, you will be managing several sites for the construction phase
    Salary and benefits of the role:
  • £55,000-£65,000 DOE
  • Company car allowance
  • Bonus of 12.5% KPI driven
  • 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
  • Mobile, PC and PPE
    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 07441391775 to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more.   INDREN

CNC Turner
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

CNC Turner Setter/Operator - Nights

Competitive Rate

Portsmouth/Hampshire

Astute Technical are currently recruiting for a CNC Turner Programmer who is fully conversant with Fanuc to join one of the South Coasts most established sub contract manufacturing companies, working from complex customer drawings and specifications to create CNC Programs on the latest and most sophisticated CNC Turning Centres.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with prestigious clients such as Rolls Royce and work on exciting projects from a range of industry sectors.

As a CNC Turner Setter/Operator, your duties will include:-
  • Setting and Operating CNC Machines
  • Ensuring the highest quality is maintained at all times and the machining processes are running efficiently to maximise productivity.
  • Maintain highest quality throughout the process, including dimensionally inspect manufactured product, using a variety of measuring equipment, to ensure the drawing requirements are achieved.

To be considered for the CNC Turning Setter/Operator role, candidates should be:-
  • Fully conversant in setting/operating Turning machines, ideally Doosan, Bridgeport or Dugard
  • Worked to ISO9001 standards
  • Worked to high tolerance levels

As a CNC Turner programmer with our client, you will receive:-
  • Competitive rate of £12.50ph-£15ph
  • 22 days leave + Bank Holidays
  • Overtime at 1.5
  • Pension Scheme

Application Process:

Applying for this exciting opportunity could not be easier, simply email your up to date CV and covering letter to Sue Greeff on [email protected] or call 07441391775.