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Document Controller
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Job Title:

Document Controller                              

Department: Quality Assurance                            

Reporting to:

Quality Manager                    

Business and location: TPG Maritime Portsmouth         

Positions responsible for: None    

Date of issue: June 2022     

                       

  1. Purpose of the role

To ensure documents released both internally and externally to clients are created and revised to a high quality standard following a change control process. Reviewing of documentation for compliance with company templates and written in a professional and clear manner. This information is critical to the reputation of the business for which this role plays a pivotal part.

 

  1. Key responsibilities and tasks
    1. Maintain documents and recording latest revisions, ensuring timely distribution of latest

documents to relevant members for review and sign off.
    1. Coordinate and Support introduction of an MS SharePoint collaborative platform across the business
    2. Audit existing document formats and internal electronic filing systems, implementing change
    3. Gather, analyse new and existing and potential content, focusing on reuse and single-sourcing opportunities
    4. Work with internal/external teams to obtain understanding of the product and the documentation requirements.
    5. Preparation, monitoring and maintenance of document registers and schedules
    6. Sorting, filing and organized archiving for all documents for live projects in line with

document management procedures
    1. Working on and managing multiple projects/documents simultaneously
    2. Create and maintain the information architecture and configuration control
    3. Produce high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience
    4. Review and update document control procedure keeping in line with industry best practise.
    5. Attending weekly meetings with the Quality, Projects and Design teams and producing reports when and where required.
    6. Produce, implement and manage internal document management procedures ensuring

adherence by team members at all times.
  1. General activities
    1. Carry out any other ad-hoc duties as required to support the needs of the business.
    2. Provide a professional backup service for colleagues during peak times or during absence.
    3. Follow company procedures, standards and regulatory requirements. 
    4. Maintain continuous professional development to ensure knowledge is up to date.
    5. Act as an ambassador for the company in all interactions with customers and the public.

Qualifications, experience and skills

Essential

  • Excellent written skills
  • Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to details and descriptors.
  • Proven work experience in the creation and control of technical writing and documentation.
  • Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and describe them simply in text and pictures.
  • In depth knowledge of MS Office and MS SharePoint software.

Desirable

  • Flexible, enthusiastic individual who is self-motivated and able to work well under their own initiative
  • Educated in an Engineering or Science discipline
  • Knowledge of MoD/ship builder working practice
  • Presentation skills and professionally presented
  • Experience of Solidworks PDM or similar data management software.

Role travel requirements

  • The duties of this appointment do not require any specific travel. Exceptions may be for training or other TP Group site visits but expected to be infrequent.

Other requirements

  • Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK
  • Candidates must either have passed UK security clearance to Security Check level or be able to obtain this level.  To gain SC clearance you will normally have had to have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years.

 

This role description summarises the purpose and main duties of the job as it exists currently, but not every detail of the role.  The role will naturally change over time and the role description may be reviewed in line with this.  This role description does not form part of the contract of employment.

 

 

 

 

 

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Commissioning Lead
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 8/3/26
  • END DATE: 10/30/26
  • PAY RATE: $600.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a city-scale, low-carbon heat networks operating across the UK to recruit a Site Manager on a 9-month contract for its Bradford location.   The Site Manager comes with a rate of between £350-£400 per day.     Key skills 
  • Lead and oversee the commissioning of the Energy Centre, District Heating Network, and Energy Transfer Stations (PHX Skids)
  • Review and assure all commissioning documentation
  • Monitor and witness commissioning activities on site
  • Coordinate and assess the commissioning of gas boilers, air source heat pumps, thermal storage, distribution pipework, pumps, heat exchangers, metering, control systems, and BMS integration to ensure performance meets project specifications.
  • Manage commissioning defects and system readiness by maintaining observations registers, monitoring corrective actions, supporting integrated systems testing, and ensuring all outstanding issues are resolved prior to handover.
  • Review project handover documentation
    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role  
  • Bradford
  • £350-£400 per day
  • 9-month contract

MEP Compliance and Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a growing Engineering Consultancy to recruit an MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer based in Milton Keynes.

This MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role offers a salary of up to £55,000, alongside a strong benefits package and the opportunity to work within a well-established consultancy delivering complex engineering solutions.

If you’re a capable engineer with a solid understanding of mechanical design processes within Building Engineering Services and are looking to grow alongside a developing consultancy, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role

Within the role you will:

  • Lead and carry out design reviews, including final Stage 3/4 reviews and contractor submissions
  • Monitor installation works on site, ensuring compliance with design specifications and standards
  • Liaise with clients and project stakeholders, providing updates and technical support
  • Produce site reports and manage ongoing snagging through to final completion
  • Develop and oversee Commissioning & Testing programmes and attend key sessions
  • Track project changes, manage scope creep, and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement processes
  Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Strong foundations in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
  • Knowledge of key health and safety legislation and best practices
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Experience using AutoCAD
  • Awareness of current British and industry standards
  • Up-to-date knowledge of IT systems, technical methodologies, and information sources
  Personal skills

The MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who is:

  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance
  • Organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Confident in both office and site-based environments
  • A strong communicator with client-facing experience
  • Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions
  • Collaborative, with the ability to work effectively within a team
  Salary and benefits of the MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role
  • Salary up to £55,000
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Income protection
  • Life cover
  • Opportunity to work on innovative projects including automated warehousing and e-commerce distribution
  • Clear career progression within a growing consultancy
#LI-AH1 INDREN  

Business Development Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Business Development Manager

Water Treatment and Water Hygiene

Leeds

Up £45,000 + Commission and Company Vehicle

 

Introduction…

We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Business Development Manager, this will see you managing a readily made selection of accounts as well prospecting and developing new accounts.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Business Development Manager you will be responsible for:
  • Actively prospecting potential clients via phone and email
  • Travelling to new and existing customer sites in Yorkshire and surrounding areas to upsell/cross sell and develop client relationships.
  • Managing existing clients and nurturing the relationship
  • Assisting in the set up of the accounts before handing over to the Account Management team.
  • Negotiating new contracts and contract renewals.
  • Acting as the clients “go-to” person within the business.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience of working within the Water Treatment and Water Hygiene sectors
  • Strong sales experience including account management experience
  • Previous history of exceeding sales targets
  • Good negotiation skills
  • A full UK driving licence

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Up to £45,000 basic salary
  • Commission
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Full training provided
  • Fantastic company benefits
  • Holiday package

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Sam McSheaffrey on 02392 288 217 or send a copy of your CV to 

[email protected]

Maintenance Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute People are working exclusively with a leading Energy from Waste Operator to recruit a Maintenance Manager for their new build plant in Walsall. This facility has capacity to process 436,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating nearly 50MW of power for the surrounding area. We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the day-to-day Maintenance and Engineering activities on site, ensuring key performance indicators are met and that the plant is run in a safe and efficient manner whilst aligning production with the short & long-term strategy of the station to maximise plant reliability and efficiency. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Manager role: Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Manage and run the maintenance department comprising of multi skilled engineers and technicians.
  • Management of the sites CMMS system implementing planned preventative maintenance requirements whilst ensuring safe and efficient plant operation.
  • Plan, manage and execute outage / shutdowns working closely with the site engineers.
  • Manage and control maintenance sub-contractors.
  • Manage the department’s budget and report on budget performance in line with accounting practices.
  • Ensuring all activities are carried out to the highest standard of health and safety.
  • Developing the sites maintenance & safety procedures including liaising with the EPC Warranty Team to ensure compliance.
  • Take an active part in the plant mobilisation and commissioning activities including staff recruitment and training.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant engineering field
  • Apprentice trained in an Engineering discipline
  • Relevant qualification in Health & Safety such as an IOSH / NEBOSH
  • Full UK Driving licence
Personal skills The Operations Manager role would suit someone who has:
  • At least five years maintenance / engineering management experience on a large process plant, ideally Power Generation - Candidates from other sources of Power, Utilities, Refineries, Petrochemical, COMAH etc will also be considered
  • Ideally you will have extensive experience of hands on maintenance in power generation, preferably with solid knowledge of pressure parts systems, rotating plant, steam plant and boilers
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation including PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc
  • Extensive plant outage experience
  • Has experience in plant mobilisation / seeing plants through commissioning to handover will be deemed highly advantageous.
Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Manager role
  • Highly competitive salary (ask for further details)
  • Bonus Package
  • Pension
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Opportunity to join a brand new Energy from Waste Plant
INDPOW #LI-DG1  

Electrical Project Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is partnering with an  energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit for a Electrical Project Engineer to help develop sustainable projects in the Biomass, Waste and Renewable sectors. The Electrical Project Engineer role comes with a salary of £45,000, pension contribution and flexible working. If you’re a Electrical Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties  
  • Design and engineer electrical distribution systems for various applications, including grid-scale installations, commercial and industrial facilities, and renewable energy projects.
  • Conduct feasibility studies, technical assessments, and economic analyses to evaluate the viability of energy generation & storage projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, project managers, and technicians, to ensure seamless integration of systems into existing infrastructure.
  • Perform system modelling, simulation, and optimization to maximize the performance and efficiency of energy generation & storage systems.
  • Develop and implement control strategies for systems, ensuring optimal energy management, safety, and reliability.
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in technologies, regulations, and industry best practices and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
  • Support project development activities, including site visits, data analysis, and preparation of technical reports and proposals.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in the design, engineering, and implementation of power generation solutions.
  • Proficiency in system modelling and simulation software, such as MATLAB, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
    Personal skills The Electrical Project Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • A great communicator
  • Can solve client problems
  • Is a self-motivator and independent
  • Design experience
    Salary and benefits of the Electrical Project Engineer role  
  • Up to £45,000
  • Car allowance
  • Benefits package

Submarine Marine Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 7/6/26
  • PAY RATE: $65.0 /HR
Astute’s contract team is partnering with a leading Defence consultancy to recruit a Submarine Marine Engineer for a hybrid role, with 1-2 days a week in Reading.     The Submarine Marine Engineer role comes with and hourly rate of £65 per hour. Key skills required for the Submarine Marine Engineer role  
  • Cat A2 Submariner experience.
  • Foundation degree in Engineering at a minimum.
  • Hold SC clearance.
  Location, day rate and details of the Submarine Marine Engineer role  
  • Hybrid working, 1-2 days per week in Reading.
  • Outside IR35.
  • £65 per hour.
  • Start date, ASAP.

Site Manager
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 4/29/24
  • PAY RATE: $550.0 /DAY

Director of Controls and Hardware Products - Renewables
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute's renewable team is partnering exclusively with the world's largest independent renewable energy company. Due to ongoing expansion, we are seeking a Director of Controls and Hardware Products to join the team. This role entails leading the development and delivery of cutting-edge digital and physical products for the renewables sector. The Director of Controls and Hardware Products position offers an attractive package, featuring an increased car allowance, substantial bonus opportunities, private healthcare coverage, and the opportunity to work for a company that prioritises fostering a genuine work-life balance. If you possess a proven track record in the wind O&M sector, particularly in leading product development teams, and are seeking your next opportunity to spearhead innovation and advancement in this dynamic industry, we encourage you to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Director of Controls and Hardware Products you will:
  • Lead a diverse team of technical experts, engineers, and project managers, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and continuously improving environment.
  • Partner closely with R&D to integrate novel technologies into site trials and product offerings.
  • Engage with the Product Delivery team to ensure the capacity for delivering products on a large scale.
  • Supervise both in-house and external resources to meet contractual obligations.
  • Forge connections with suppliers and negotiate contracts that facilitate product development.
  • Take ownership of the product roadmap, ensuring its timely delivery and driving towards an industry-leading product portfolio.
  • Formulate and oversee the budget for the Controls and Hardware Product division, ensuring adherence to budgetary objectives while achieving set goals.
  • Foster cross-functional cooperation with Technology/Engineering, Services, Product, Security, Innovation, Quality, Growth, and Program Management teams to expand the product portfolio.
  • Analyse financial performance metrics to inform data-driven decisions regarding product investment strategies.
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the controls and hardware products division.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Proven background leading a product development team in digital and physical systems.
  • Demonstrates the ability to safely deliver innovative products with commercial success.
  • Possess strong knowledge of renewable technologies, in particular wind turbines.
    Personal skills The Director of Controls and Hardware Products role would suit someone who.  
  • Possesses strong interpersonal and communication abilities, adept at navigating complex situations and effectively influencing individuals at all organisational levels.
  • Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations
  • Acts as mentor and coach to develop team and build capabilities for present and future.
  • Can create and drive a vision with clear guidance on how to accomplish it.
    Salary and benefits of the Director of Controls and Hardware Products role  
  • Market-competitive remuneration
  • Senior Bonus scheme
  • Enhanced Car Allowance
  • Private Healthcare
  • 24 days holiday plus buy/sell holiday options.
  • Enhanced family leave
 

Senior Site Manager
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/3/25
  • END DATE: 8/29/25
  • PAY RATE: $400.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading civil Engineering company in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Senior Site Manager on a 6-month minimum contract for its Cheshire site. The Senior Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £400.00.             Key skills  
  • Reporting to management with progress updates 
  • Attending coordination meetings 
  • Coordination with the client’s management team
  • Quality Assurance documentation via Fieldview
  • Daily briefings via Fieldview
  • Health and safety 
  • Operational management 
  • Must hold Civils / RC background
  • Must hold SMSTS
  • Must have Fieldview experience
  • EfW experience is beneficial
Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Site Manager role  
  • Cheshire
  • £400.00 Per Day
  • 6 Months minimum