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Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Cladding Supervisor on an Energy from Waste Project in London on a 24-month minimum contract.             Key skills

• Know the daily and weekly programme activities for the cladding package.
• Drive subcontractor productivity to meet or improve planned dates.
• Confirm labour, materials, access equipment (MEWPs, scaffold, lifting) and permits each morning before work starts, and that MEWP operators hold a valid IPAF PAL card for the machine category.
• Check RAMS and equipment limits before work at height or the lifting of cladding materials starts and stop work where those limits are exceeded.
• Attend the morning coordination meeting; confirm prior day's progress and identify blockers before they affect programme.
• Candidates must hold an in-date SSSTS & CSCS Gold card
• Candidates must have experience in supervising cladding subcontractors on building envelope installation on a large construction project
• Must have experience supervising working at heights and lifting of cladding materials
• Must also ideally hold experience on an Energy from Waste or large industrial building envelope projects.  

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Cladding Supervisor role  

• London
• October 2026
• 24 months minimum
• Outside IR35

Technical Sales Advisor

Hazardous Waste

Hybrid Working

Up to £30,000 + Company Benefits

 

Introduction…

Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for a Technical Sales Advisor to join their Hazardous Waste Sales Team in nurturing and developing new incoming sales opportunities whilst proving sound technical advice.

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Manager, as a Technical Sales Advisor, you will be responsible for:

 

• Answering incoming calls and emails from prospective and existing clients whilst providing technical sales advice off the back of process bulk and packages customer enquiries.
• Arranging the hazpack chemist visit and ensuring that the collection of samples and lab results are provided back to the client and uploaded to the system within an agreed timeframe.
• Obtaining all technical information and providing a technical sales quote to the client
• Working alongside the companies depot and company suppliers to ensure the best value options are provided to the clients for their hazardous waste requirements.
• Offering first class hazardous waste advice to clients as well as providing a fantastic level of customer service.
• Ensuring that personal KPI’s and targets are met
• Liaising with external stakeholders, account managers and suppliers to ensure a smooth process across the board.

 

This role will be predominantly based from home, however there is the option to work from an office in various locations around the UK – please only apply if this is suitable.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• A relevant qualification in a chemistry is essential
• Experience of working within hazardous waste
• Knowledge of the waste industry would be ideal
• Strong sales advisory background
• Experience of negotiating sales and managing the sales process
• The ability to work in a high pressure environment
• A full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

• A salary of up to £30,000
• Financial incentives
• Development and progression opportunities
• Pension & great holiday allowance
• Retail and leisure discount scheme
• Access to all company benefits

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 217 and ask to speak to Sam McSheaffrey who can tell you more.

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.

Portfolio Manager – Large Scale Solar UK - Remote £37,000 - £40,000     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy service provider who specialises in a range of EPC services including the development, construction, and operation of utility scale solar farms. Together we are looking for a Portfolio Manager to lead the daily management of a portfolio of large-scale solar farms throughout the UK. The Project Manager role comes with a salary up to £40,000, plus bonus and competitive benefits, remote working with flexibility to attend office once a month. If you’re a Portfolio Manager and are looking to work with a leading O&M service provider, with a growing pipeline of future assets, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Manager you will:

• Day to day management of large-scale solar farms O&M contracts, including scheduling of planned and reactive maintenance.
• Design and scheduling of preventative maintenance plans, including management of spare parts.
• Manage strong relationships with all contractual parties.
• Reporting O&M activities to client and management.
• Development of opportunities, review of new O&M contracts and continual market research initiatives.
• Management of contracts and insurance claims, including negotiations.
• Financial reviews and forecasting.
• Other duties as required.

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

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent desirable.
• Minimum 12 months experience in the renewable energy sector, working with solar PV.
• A strong commercial background with O&M Portfolio Management/ Asset Management, Design or Project Management.

    Personal skills: The Portfolio Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Previous experience with contract negotiations and contract management.
• CRM/ ERP software experience.
• SCADA software experience (Training provided)
• Knowledge on a technical level or solar PV systems and components.

    Salary and benefits of the Portfolio Manager role:

• Salary up to £40,000, Depending on experience.
• Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm.
• Bonus scheme.
• 33 days holiday including Bank holidays.
• Mobile phone and PC
• Pension.
• Flexible and home working options.

    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 9391 9497 to speak to Karianne Morris 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

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a global engineering, procurement and construction contractor who specialise in energy from waste to recruit a Commissioning Manager for its site in East London.    The Commissioning Manager role comes with a salary ranging between £95,000 to £120,000 depending on experience plus an excellent benefits package.   If you’re a Commissioning Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that has a healthy number of projects in the pipeline, then submit your CV to apply today.    Responsibilities and duties    Reporting to the Commissioning Director you will:   

• Manage and coordinate all commissioning activities in the project, supervise the commissioning personnel and monitor the task definition
• Be responsible for the preparation of project documentation, ensuring all Commissioning Qa/Qc and hand over documentation is completed before takeover/PAC
• Have the responsibility for Commissioning HSE, Schedule & Budget
• Contact person for the customer on the construction site: ensure that the requirements of the customer contract and the project-specific specifications are met
• Identify deviations and risks and act in coordination with the technical departments
• Conduct and check progress control

  Professional qualifications    We are looking for someone with the following:   

• SMSTS/IOSH/NEBOSH Equivalent Managers Qualification
• User knowledge of PIRS, SAP, Primavera and Microsoft applications
• Good knowledge of function plans and PID (R&I Schema)

  Personal skills    The Commissioning Manager role would suit someone who is:   

• Minimum 5 years of experience as Commissioning Manager for large industrial Energy Plants (Energy from Waste or Biomass plants experience is preferred)
• Maintain very good leadership skills and ability to negotiate with subcontractors
• Has very good communication skills
• Has the ability to recognize, adapt and execute the most appropriate course of action based on experience

  Salary and benefits of the Commissiong Manager role    The salary is between £95,000 and £120,000 depending on experience plus a great benefits package which includes the following:

• Bonus
• BUPA Dental Cover
• BUPA Private Medical Cover (separate to Dental Cover)
• Group Personal Pension - EE contribution 6% = 10% ER contribution, EE 4% = ER 7%, EE 3% = ER 5%
• Death in Service 4x base salary
• Income protection insurance at 75% base salary
• Annual 24 days + public holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme

 

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leader in specialist water treatment and technology services across the UK to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its established team in Birmingham. The strategically important Mechanical Design Engineer role comes with a competitive salary and company car as well as additional benefits including additional birthday leave, an enhanced pension and medical insurance. If you’re a Mechanical Design Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the you will:  

• Manage mechanical design for water processing plants, ensuring project deliverables are met.
• Collaborate with clients, internal engineers, and CAD designers to integrate mechanical elements into plant designs.
• Develop equipment specifications and generate mechanical layouts (e.g., piping and equipment).
• Working with CAD designer and other design engineers to create and evolve P+ID, General Arrangement and detailed drawings to define the plant design.
• Maintain schedules and contribute to HAZOP processes.
• Communicate with site and commissioning managers.
• Evaluate quotations for technical compliance and participate in design risk assessments.

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

• Strong communication and good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated to deliver with 7+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in the municipal or industrial wastewater sectors.
• Formal education in Mechanical Engineering (e.g., Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree).
• Experience and knowledge of equipment used in the water treatment industry and steel fabrication techniques.
• Proficiency in CAD (e.g., Autodesk) and software like Excel and Word.
• Ability to perform mechanical calculations (e.g., hydraulic and FEA).
• Experience interpreting PFDs and P&IDs.
• Full Driving License.

  Package of the Mechanical Design Engineer role  

• Competitive Salary + Company Car 25 days annual leave + birthday leave
• Additional benefits include an enhanced pension, life assurance private medical insurance, dental insurance, car leasing, travel insurance, and more.

 

 

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading high voltage specialist with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a HV Mechanical Fitter around Glasgow.

The HV Mechanical Fitter role comes with a salary of up to £45,000 basic DOE, plus up to a 20% performance bonus, a yearly profit share (~£8,000), guaranteed overtime and much more.

If you're a HV Mechanical Fitter looking to work for an organisation that plays a leading role in delivering high voltage works across the UK, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the HV Mechanical Fitter role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will:

• Assemble HV equipment up to 132kV (training can be provided if you've done lower voltages)
• Carry out testing, inspection and compliance checks
• Carry out oxy-propane brazing and exothermic welding where needed
• Adhere to strict health and safety site regulations
• Be prepared to stay away most weeks, Monday–Friday

Professional qualifications

No formal qualifications are required, but we are looking for someone with the following experience:

• 3+ years' experience as a HV Fitter
• Experienced in assembling, testing and preparing HV equipment prior to energisation
• Experienced with oxy-propane brazing and exothermic welding
• JIB/ECS Gold Card is highly desirable
• 2391-52 Testing & Inspection is highly desirable

Personal skills

The HV Mechanical Fitter role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments
• A collaborative, hands-on approach with a willingness to get stuck in
• The ability to work effectively and adaptably in ambiguous and evolving environments

Salary and benefits of the HV Mechanical Fitter role

• £42,000–£45,000 basic DOE (£75,000–£85,000 OTE)
• Up to 20% performance bonus (~£8,000)
• Yearly profit share (~£8,000)
• Door-to-door travel paid
• Guaranteed overtime if desired
• Company vehicle & fuel card provided
• Accommodation and meal allowance paid for stayaways
• Enhanced pension
• Continuing learning and development opportunities

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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 Plant Manager for their site in North Northamptonshire   The strategically important Plant Manager role comes with a salary of up to £65,000, life assurance, employer pension and additional benefits package.   If you’re an experienced Plant Manager who has experience with COMAH regulations 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 Plant Manager role 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 the highest level of safety and environmental standards, HAZOP, DSEAR, ATEX control measures
• Managing the site in compliance with COMAH regulations
• 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 and be responsible for development and training
• 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
• WAMITAB or a willingness to work towards
• NEBOSH or willingness to train towards
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential

  Personal skills   The Plant Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Experienced in anaerobic digestion or a similar heavy processing environment at a managerial or supervisory level
• Experience working on a COMAH regulated site
• Hands on a 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 Plant Manager role  

• Salary of up to £65,000 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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