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Site Technician - E-2025-05

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the EDF Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Site Technician to join their Energy team, based from Stone with regular UK site travel. This is a hands-on site role focused on installation, wiring, and testing of protection and control systems across transmission, distribution, and power generation projects. As a Site Technician, you will ensure systems are installed, tested, and ready for commissioning to a high standard, working closely with site and engineering teams.   Responsibilities and duties of the Site Technician role As the Site Technician, you will be:  
  • Wiring and assembling protection and control systems on site
  • Installing and terminating cables (multicore, paired, copper, fibre)
  • Building cubicles, frameworks, and cable management systems
  • Supporting build and test of hardware rigs
  • Working with Site Managers to prepare materials and deliverables
  • Completing electrical testing including:
    • Insulation resistance
    • Earth bond continuity
    • Point-to-point wiring checks
    • HV withstand and safety checks
  • Carrying out quality checks and updating ITP documentation
  • Logging and resolving site issues with engineering teams
  • Supporting commissioning readiness and handover
  • Working safely on test rigs and completing isolations
  • Travelling and staying away at UK customer sites when required
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • 1+ year site wiring or installation experience
  • EC&I / electrical installation experience (substations or protection systems preferred)
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and wiring schedules
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Willingness to travel and stay away
Desirable:
  • Apprenticeship trained
  • Mechanical assembly experience
  • National Grid site experience
  • SSSTS, 18th Edition, PASMA or similar tickets
  • LOTO / Arc Flash / Confined Space awareness
Personal Skills The Site Technician role would suit someone who is:  
  • Hands-on and detail focused
  • Safety conscious and reliable
  • Able to work independently and in a team
  • Good communicator on site
  • Organised and methodical
  • Flexible with travel and working away
  Salary and benefits of the Site Technician role
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Private healthcare
  • Lifestyle screening
  • Salary sacrifice schemes
  • Mental health assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Green car scheme
  • Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees
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Civil Engineer

CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 8/27/24
  • PAY RATE: $360.0 /DAY
Description of the expected service Title: Civil engineering design activities N756 Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC Levels 3 & 4 Context: As part of the replication strategy and according to the engineering sequence, the aim of the activity is to finalize the detailed design on the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC project. Main Activities: • Production of documents relating to input data, justifications and substantiation for steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment • Support coordination with internal and external stakeholders including client, designers, and contractors throughout the design phase. • Review and acceptance of documents produced by detailed designer for steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment. • Production of final documents (design & construction) to the clients and support the technical discussions. Key Relationships • EPR-E civil teams CLC and CLB • Members of the SZC civil program team • SZC Client organization • SZC Stakeholders Location EPR-E UK offices in Aztec West (Bristol) for a minimum of 3 days per week with the option for 2 days a week working from home. Skill level required Engineer Level 3 & Level 4 Technical Field Civil engineering structures and soil geotechnics study Delivery location UK Bristol Additional information Travel: ? Yes ? No Teleworking: ? Yes ? No* *at least 3 days a week in the office Required technical skills (consistent with the criteria for technical admissibility of tenders) Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC– Levels 3 & 4 Qualifications and experience: • Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in civil engineering • Civil engineering design office experience (variable depending on the level of the service required) • Experience in the nuclear sector would be advantageous. Knowledge and technical skills: Essential: • Knowledge and understanding of the Codes & Standards on CW • Knowledge of the Steel • Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety regulations. Desirable: • Knowledge of the UK Projects civil engineering design sequence and/or experience on HPC project would be advantageous. Preferred starting date Service  Skill level  Start date  Duration agreed (months)  Duration optional (months)    Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC – Coordination  Engineer 4 – CW Engineer  15/09/2024  15  6    Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC  Engineers 3 – CW Engineer  15/09/2024  15  6   Estimated duration of the service As above Required software skills   Microsoft Word/Excel. Good knowledge of PDMS (or any 3D design software, consultation), TEKLA and/or Navisworks software (consultation).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Commercial Director

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Commercial Director
  • Submit Candidate
  • When submitting candidates for this role please make sure they have been fully briefed on the details on the company, the role, the company benefits and you have obtained their right of representation for this role. Any CV's that are sent directly to recruiting managers and not submitted following the correct process will be considered as a gift.

     

    Maximum Salary (£) depending on experience.

    75896

     

    (Please do not advertise the salary for any of our roles)

     

     

    Commercial Director

     

    Based at our Lane End, High Wycombe Office

     

    Permanent, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours per week

     

    Comprehensive pension scheme, life assurance cover, company vehicle/car allowance

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    Are you a Commercial Director or an aspiring Commercial Director looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and rapidly growing global company, who can offer you structured progression opportunities and flexible benefits? Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet?

     

    If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well respected water technologies company, where you will play a pivotal role in being responsible for planning, developing and implementing commercial strategy based on company objectives of supporting and accelerating the growth. At ELGA LabWater (ELW), we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

     

    The area of responsibilities would require expertise in:

    • Developing, planning and implementing commercial plans and strategies. 

    • Always striving to accelerate and encourage company's  success.

    • Implement new customer acquisition strategies.

    • Manage existing client relationships.

    • Collaborate with  diverse teams such as marketing and R&D.

    • Contribute to the Product Development road map.

    • Establish and manage long-term relationships with stakeholders.

    • Understand the requirements of existing customers. 

    • Track, measure and analyse commercial metrics using KPIs.

    • Lead the Sales team in place.

     

    General requirements for the role:

    • Master degree, Bachelor degree in business development and management 

    • MA in business administration, similar relevant field

    • Equivalent educational background

     

    What’s next?

    If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

     

    Our promise to you

    We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you will receive a company vehicle/car allowance and bonus. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy or sell days), our market leading pension and share scheme, a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses - as we’d like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

     

    Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come!


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.


Site Chemist

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Site Chemist Hazardous Waste Chesterfield Up to £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Site Chemist to work with an industry leader in Hazardous Waste Management Services, focussing on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their Transfer Station Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective waste acceptance, sampling and testing for a compliant and safe process at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Transfer Station Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:
  • Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste transfer station, ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
  • Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes
  • Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site for incoming waste streams.
  • Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
  • Assist with the daily/weekly plan for the operational areas and laboratory, adapt to the unplanned and unexpected to deliver targets, KPI’s and other requirements.
  • Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
  • Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
  • Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.
  • Other tasks as needed.

This is a very hands-on operational role, working within an industrial transfer station. This role requires working outdoors and will suit someone with a flexible attitude to work.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates must have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

 

Candidates should have experience working in a site-based chemist role or working within an industrial laboratory environment with a good understanding of the Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste industry.

 

This role will require you to work in a hands-on operational capacity outdoors in all weather conditions.

What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary of up to £30,000
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Lucie Hayward on 07441391419 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

O&M Portfolio Manager

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Role:

O&M Portfolio Manager: Solar PV

Location:

Milton Keynes

Package Details:

£30-35k plus benefits

Introduction…

Astute have proudly partnered with a global client who are looking for an O&M Portfolio Manager to join their Milton Keynes office. The client offers operations and maintenance (O&M) services to their clients across the UK and are looking for an O&M Portfolio Manager to help support their team.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the O&M Portfolio Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Take overall ownership for a portfolio of ground mount solar pv plants and ensuring that all O&M works are undertaken in accordance with the agreed contractual scope,
  • Monitoring – Use monitoring software to monitor the sites on a daily basis and organise appropriate responses to site and system issues,
  • Contract Management – management of preventative maintenance plans, ensuring that all requirements, obligations and warranty provisions are met,
  • Operations Management – Liaise with in-house LV and HV teams, subcontractors and third parties to manage the work calendar of the O&M teams, including both corrective and preventative maintenance,
  • Fault Analysis – Manage (open/close/update) fault tickets, keeping to contractual obligations and response times,
  • Contractor Management – measuring internal performance, ensuring all obligations are met,
  • HSEQ – Implement H&S best practices, including raising Work Orders and arranging Site Inductions, and ensure that all activities are carried out under the approved UK HSE system, including CDM regulations
  • Performance Calculations – manage and produce monthly, annual and adhoc reports for external stakeholders, including Performance and Availability Calculations
  • Internal KPIs – manage and report to the Account Manager the weekly status for contract deliverables, including reporting, performance calculations and maintenance updates.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Education – Degree qualified; consideration will be given to those without but with significant experience in a similar role
  • Experience – a minimum of 1 year’s previous experience with Asset Management of solar assets or similar technologies
  • Industry Knowledge – understanding of solar technology, solar farm operations, SCADA systems and UK HSE legislation
  • Contract Management – Proven track record with managing contracts; able to read, understand and enforce contracts effectively
  • Analysis – attention to detail, able to manipulate and assess data to see patterns and trends
  • Communication – customer orientated with the ability to effectively communicate and negotiate at all levels, both written and verbally
  • Personality – Naturally well prepared, logical thinker who is organised and able to deal with competing priorities, manage a diverse workload and meet targets and deadlines
  • IT Skills – highly proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office packages with excellent excel skills
  • Drivers Licence – due to the natural of the role there is a requirement for a valid licence

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • £ 30-35k
  • Private Health, Life Assurance, Pension, Discretionary Bonuses
  • Hybrid working - 1 day in the office per week

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.

Technical Lead Engineer

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Technical Lead Engineer - Valves
  • Employees can work remotely
  • Full-time
  • ASSYSTEM Job: Engineering / Technical
  • Type of contract ASSYSTEM: Permanent
  • ASSYSTEM Sector: Nuclear
Company Description

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all. Job Description

Key Responsibility: 

Supporting the delivery of nuclear power plant operating equipment to the client, from external suppliers, through the following activities:

  • Create/amend technical specifications for new equipment scope, utilising expert inputs where applicable.
  • Perform surveillance and approval of contractor deliverables and design activities.
  • Lead contract technical and project meetings
  • Resolution activities for multi-disciplinary technical issues and queries, including input to/ownership of resolving technical Open Points (OP), interface queries and Design Changes (UKDC).
  • Management of technical specialists to perform review of deliverables and to resolve technical issues.
  • Review and approve contract amendments and exemptions (CTSs, ERs)
  • Liaise with RD and client teams to ensure integration of equipment with interfacing functions/systems/structures
Qualifications

Profile:

  • Understanding of nuclear process and mechanical interfaces (anchorages, civil work, piping, fluids, radioprotection, safety, systems engineering)
  • Good knowledge of Valves 
  • Capable of producing technical specifications
  • Sound understanding of nuclear processing regulations
  • Experience on the design of the EPR TEP/TEU systems, or other nuclear / safety classified tanks, fluid handling systems and mechanical components.
  • Experience of equipment supply contracts and contract forms such as NEC/FIDIC.
Additional Information

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.


Electrician - Salisbury

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Salisbury/Wiltshire Up to £39,000     About the role: Astute’s renewables team is partnered with one of the UK leading Solar O&M suppliers to recruit a Solar Field Service Engineer. The solar field service engineer will be providing site maintenance across O&M solar farm. This role comes with a salary of up to £39,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company vehicle. If you’re a field service engineer and are looking to work for an organisation committed to a great work culture and career development, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: The solar field service engineer role will have to:  
  • Assist with preventive and corrective site maintenance
  • Demonstrate fault finding and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve reactive maintenance issues
  • Comply with HSE policies outlined by the company
  • Build positive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
  • Be willing to response to breakdowns in a timely manner
  • Communicate with management, including highlighting any risks found
  • Complete accurate and timely administrative reports for jobs
  • Any other duties as required
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualification or equivalent
  • City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
  • 18th edition
    Personal skills: The solar field service role would suit someone who has:
  • A UK Driving License
  • High Voltage experience, although not essential.
  • Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulation Standards
  • The willingness to participate in an on-call rota
  • Strong Electrical fault-finding skills
    Salary and benefits of the field service role:
  • Salary of up to £39,000
  • Competitive call out rate
  • 25-day holiday plus bank holidays
  • Company Laptop
  • Company Vehicle
  • Companywide bonus scheme
    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

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
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

Site Manager

CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 9/25/24
  • PAY RATE: $345.0 /DAY
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