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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.

 

 

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Commissioning Maintenance Engineer on a 4-month minimum contract for a project in Leeds starting immediately.             Key skills

• Execute mechanical works in line with EfW commissioning requirements, ensuring compliance with HSEQ, schedule, and contractual obligations
• Support plant start-up activities including fault finding, system checks, and equipment readiness
• Monitor plant performance and diagnose issues across boilers, rotating equipment, and auxiliary systems
• Work closely with commissioning and operations teams to resolve technical issues quickly and effectively
• Report deviations, risks, and performance issues to the Commissioning Manager
• Carry out mechanical tasks including pump overhauls, filter changes, lubrication, and system maintenance
• Maintain plant equipment in a clean, safe, and operational condition during commissioning
• Plan and execute maintenance activities including spares, consumables, and resource requirements
• Record all activities within CMMS / PAMELA systems, ensuring accurate documentation
• Support sampling and testing activities (e.g. water, oil, waste streams, IBA) as required
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Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Commissioning Maintenance Engineer role  

• Leeds
• May 2026
• 4 Months min
• £500-550 per day
• Outside IR35

Title of Position:

Project Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical/Civil)

Title Position Reports to:

Project Manager

Employing Company:

SPIE Limited

 

Job Purpose

• To be responsible to your assigned PM for delivering multi-disciplined projects and packages associated with building engineering services and construction, estimating, construction engineering design, procurement, cost control, site management, installation, testing, commissioning, handover and any warranty.

 

 

Aims and Objectives

 

• To develop effective working relationships with fellow team members and clients, in order to maximise the opportunities to secure and win new work.
• To provide technical engineering advice to fellow members of the team and clients, as and when necessary to support the successful execution of the work. 
• To ensure Project Engineering services are delivered safely to programme, within budget and to the agreed quality standards.
• To work with Clients to develop a relationship that results in repeat business
• To ensure Project Engineering and technical standards are maintained throughout the project, meeting specification requirements and in accordance with Quality Management Systems and Control.
• Ensure project Risk is managed and communicated.
• Report to SPIE management on project progress, issues, risks and opportunities.

 

 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

 

• Assist your Project Manager to:
• Sequence and programme works, establishing work scope, specifications, programmes and cost control of professional designs, SPIE resources, agency resources and sub-contracted works.
• Co-ordinate all aspects of assigned contracts, ensuring completion within estimated costs, safely and to the required standards of workmanship.
• Prepare work programmes, ensuring activities are planned in line with available resources, understand the interfaces and coordination with other disciplines and contractors.
• Procure, co-ordinate and monitor project activities. 
• Establish the procurement schedules and specifications for engaging suppliers and subcontractors.
• Compare suppliers and subcontractors’ quality and costs against procurement schedules and assists in identifying their suitability for the work and provision of services, including supplier feedback.
• In conjunction with other relevant staff review the performance levels of subcontractors in terms of quality, service and their Health and Safety management.
• Prepare site documentation, including Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments and Method Statements to comply with Health and Safety requirements & legislation.
• To understand construction and design engineering specifications and standards ensuring that all considerations are accounted for in the execution of work.
• Identify Construction Engineering Design requirements in order to engage SPIE and/or others to carry out the work.
• Check construction design engineering drawings for accuracy and buildability, and address/ resolve any shortfalls in order to ensure successful execution.
• Attend engineering/project/Client progress meetings to provide the necessary input to support the successful execution of the work
• Ensure understanding of the impact of the Construction Design Management Regulations, Construction Regulations and Codes of Practice and comply with current legal requirements.
• Ensure understanding of the contract conditions that applies to each assigned project/area of work.
• To work closely with the commercial team to manage variations and changes to the scope of work/ timescales/cost/risk, with emphasis on receiving payment for additional activities.
• Understanding of the financial plans/set budgets and the methods for monitoring cost, spend, value. 
• Understand the controls for managing risk throughout all stages of the work, including risk controls. Monitoring and reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of Invitations to Tender and evaluation of returned tenders
• Assist with the take-off and requisition materials
• Control and monitor the management of site labour
• Report on all aspects of the work scope under own control
• Undertake site and works visits as required by the execution of own duties and undertake site HSE Audits.
• Work with members of the Central Engineering Design Department, to ensure that professional advice and support is provided to Clients and that new standards are implemented at the right time.

 

 

Health & Safety

• All employees are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect.  Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy.

 

 

Working Relationships

Internal

• Interface with Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Surveyors, Designers, Buyers, Estimators, Safety Health & Environmental (HSE) Department, Central Engineering Design Department (CEDD), Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Department and the Commercial department.

External

• Interface with Clients, Consultants, Suppliers, Sub-contractors, Utility Companies and Local Authorities

 

Person Specification

 

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

The knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the position are:

Essential

• Be qualified to at least City and Guilds Level 3 in a building services discipline.
• Experience of working on contracts with an M&E or Civil value in range from £100k to £1M
• Experience in planning and executing programmes for building services and/or construction projects
• Strong H&S management awareness
• Strong financial awareness and good organisational skills
• Experience in project financial control and forecasting
• Labour management experience 
•  Ability to produce project reports and meet deadlines
• Ability to sequence and programme the works, utilising different planning and programming methods/ techniques to meet client and project requirements.  
• Experience in the production of O&M Manuals, drawings documents.
• Ability to survey and report on existing engineering installations. 
• Ability to survey, track and monitor work and report on progress
• Ability and willingness to travel and work within the office or based on sites as required
• Basic skills and knowledge of AutoCAD and the ability to read and interpret drawings
• Good communications skills with the ability to produce and deliver presentations
• Good interpersonal skills to develop client relationships to further develop the business

 

Competencies

The core support team competency framework for the position are:

• Teamwork - actively contributes to the team and strives to improve teams’ effectiveness through personal commitment.
• Planning, Organising & Executing – able to understand the priorities, plan and organise the work and manage own time to deliver within the expected timescales.
• Communication – communicates clearly and concisely, impressing others and ensuring understanding of all relevant information in all circumstances.
• Commercial Awareness – understands the importance for managing costs and expense, applying the necessary controls.
• Risk Management – is aware on the impact on risk to the business / project and applies the necessary controls.
• Adaptability – is responsive and open to changing circumstance.
• Drive for Excellence – aims to deliver a high standard of work.
• Self-Motivation and Development– is confident in own ability and is motivated to deliver, using opportunities to further develop.  
• Customer Awareness – responsive to the needs of the customer and aims to deliver customer satisfaction.
• HSE – Be competent in the CDM Regulations and hold an SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.

 

 

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions should be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.

 

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading engineering and technology organisation specialising in complex maritime and defence systems to recruit a Principal Electrical Engineer for its facility in Winfrith Newburgh. The Principal Electrical Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and excellent opportunities for professional development. If you’re a Principal Electrical Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in innovation, engineering excellence, and employee development, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Principal Electrical Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will:  

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for complex maritime and engineering projects.
• Define system architectures, select components, and ensure compliance with electrical safety and EMC standards.
• Produce and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable assembly documentation.
• Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure technical accuracy across specifications and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers to enhance team capability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance across electrical engineering activities and project teams.
• Work with suppliers and customers to resolve technical challenges and support project delivery.Maintain and develop electrical design data packs and associated technical documentation.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of electrical system design, power distribution, control systems, and safety compliance.
• Experience using electrical CAD software packages.
• Knowledge of CE/UKCA directives, EMC regulations, electrical safety requirements, and relevant industry standards.
•  Experience designing for cost, manufacturability, and testability.
• Understanding of system integration, validation, and debugging activities.
• Familiarity with PLCs, motor control systems, and industrial automation would be advantageous.
• Previous experience providing technical leadership within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance (SC).

Personal skills   The Principal Electrical Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative team player who can work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities within a dynamic engineering environment.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving technical challenges and influencing engineering decisions and project outcomes where needed.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and engineering excellence.
• An effective mentor who enjoys developing and supporting junior engineers.

Salary and benefits of the Principal Electrical 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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Role:

Buyer

Location:

Uxbridge, Middlesex

Package Details:

£35  - £37k + benefits

Introduction

My client is a leader in the design, manufacture, supply and support of high-performance fluid control equipment, designed to perform under critical conditions of pressure and cleanliness, to satisfy demanding technical requirements worldwide.

A vacancy now exists for a Buyer to manage purchasing and expediting activities for assigned commodities, including request for proposals, purchase orders, goods receiving discrepancies, invoice discrepancies, supplier returns, and the expediting of all orders placed.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Buyer, you will be responsible for:

• Identifies and processes requisitions from MRP inventory and non-MRP inventory requirements to meet production planning and sales requirements for assigned commodities.
• Assists in purchase order acknowledgements (contract acceptance) with suppliers and updates MRP system.
• Assists in purchase order placement (contract offers) with suppliers.
• Manages open purchase order report to resolve late and partial shipments with suppliers and updates MRP system.
• Manages incoming shipment discrepancies with Receiving and/or suppliers.
• Resolves invoice discrepancies with Finance and/or suppliers.
• Ensures and maintains MRP system data integrity for supplier data including unit price, delivered lead-time, and EOQ.
• Expediting of Purchase Orders to achieve on time delivery. 
• Resolves or notifies the Purchasing Manager to any situation impeding production workflow.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Knowledge of purchasing processes
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a buying and expediting role preferred
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Good MS Office skills
• Working knowledge and experience of MRP and ERP systems.
• Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Aerospace and Defence sector experience – preferred but not essential.
• Procurement/ Supply chain qualification or studying towards – CPSM/ MCIPS or equivalent desirable

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £35  - £37K Basic

• 4 day work week (Fridays off)

• Comprehensive Benefits

• Opportunity to work with global blue-chip clients and sophisticated technology

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.

Company description  

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. 

Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

Job description  

Join us a Manufacturing Engineer

? Location: Derby ? Contract or Staff Positions available

Your Future Team:

You will be joining an Embedded Manufacturing team based at our client site in Derby. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support to the production team, designing and developing production processes, and implementing process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing operation.

Your Missions:

? Improve manufacturing by analysing current processes and designing new ones for efficiency and cost reduction.

??? Provide technical support during production issues.

?? Develop quality control procedures to meet industry and customer standards.

?? Design new tools and equipment for better manufacturing.

? Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for new processes.

? Monitor production data, identify improvements, and boost productivity.

?? Ensure compliance with industry and nuclear safety regulations.

Why join the community of Switchers?:

? The Group is currently ranked Third in the world for nuclear engineering.

?A dynamic career management policy to enable our employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions

?Provide opportunities to work on exciting, global projects

?Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text

?Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs

At Assystem, we celebrate diversity and creativity. We believe in harnessing unique perspectives to shape innovative solutions. Your skills and daring spirit are what truly matter. Join us and help shape the future! ?

 

Qualifications  

? Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field.

? 3+ years in manufacturing engineering within the nuclear industry.

?? Strong knowledge of nuclear safety regulations.

? Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

?? Ability to design new processes and tools.

? Experience with Lean and Six Sigma.

? Strong project management skills.

Additional information  

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.

Please be aware that many roles at Assystem are subject to both security and export control restrictions.

• These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.
• All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

 

Roles & Responsibilities: • Plan the work and oversee the buying of necessary materials and equipment • Manage staff for the project • Manage the construction site on a day-to-day basis, including supervising the labour force, monitoring subcontractors, checking materials, inspecting work and overseeing quality control • Ensure the project is delivered on time and on budget by setting benchmarks, agreeing budgets and monitoring progress • Check design documents with architects, surveyors and engineers • Promote and maintain Health & Safety and Environmental, including site inspections to ensure safety rules are being followed • Responsibility for the creation, review and amendment of method statements & risk assessments as required • Maintain regular communication and attend meetings with clients and their representatives to inform them of progress on the project • Comply with site specific plans, policies and procedures • Keep up to date site diary and reports (including client reports) • Communicate with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, supply chain and others involved in the project • Deal with any unexpected problems that may occur during the project and make higher management aware. In unexpected situations outside of your control, ensure you always liaise with higher management • Plan and manage project specific traffic management • Carry out all required paperwork and administrative tasks applicable to project Requirements: • Strong communication skills for liaising with clients, professionals and site operatives • Leadership skills and an ability to motivate your team to ensure a high standard of work • Planning and organisational skills for monitoring project plans and utilising time and resources effectively • Resilience and problem-solving skills to overcome unexpected challenges • Ability to make decisions under pressure • Strong attention to detail • Awareness of Health and Safety procedures and legislation • Sound commercial awareness • Maths and I.T skills • Knowledge of relevant building methods • Clean Driving Licence • SMSTS Certificate • CSCS Card/HS&E Test • Ability to pass BPSS Vetting Other: • Competitive salary • Hours 7:30-16:00 Monday - Friday (excluding travel) • Additional Leave for Length of Service • Your birthday off, on us! • Employee Benefit Scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Cycle to work scheme • PAYE or contract work available

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a global renewable energy provider to recruit a Site Supervisor for its North London site. The Site Supervisor role comes with a salary of £55,265 DOE, bonus scheme, pension and car allowance. If you’re a Site Supervisor and are looking to work for an organisation that is at the forefront of the UK’s renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties  

• Be responsible for the HSE performance of all personnel under their control, and for stopping work where this might be compromised
• Ensures work is executed in accordance with the contract and adhere with project time and budget.
• Coordinates all on site consortium partners and sub-contractors
• Produce change requests (technical, time and costs)
• Prepare and follows-up deviations and claims
• Plan and execute the installation testing procedures
• Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Ensure the Electrical Site Head and Site Manager is informed of all site-related activities.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree (desirable)
• Site Supervisor Safety Training (SSSTS)

    Personal skills The Site Supervisor role would suit someone who is:

• Good understanding of Simple Pressure Vessel Directive 2009/105/EC, 2014/29/EC and Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC, 2014/68/EC
• Experienced as a supervisor in construction with industrial plants
• Previous experience with co-ordinating contacts and contractors on site
• Knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements

    Salary and benefits of the Site Supervisor role  

• Salary £47,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Bonus 8.5%
• Employer pension contribution 5%
• Car allowance £6,000