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Skilled Labourer – Renewable Energy Wadesbridge and various sites around UK £16,000 - £21,000 + Benefits     Introduction Astute Are partnered with a renewable energy company that design, build and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the UK. Due to growth, we are looking for a motivated Skilled Labourer to join their existing team and assist with the installation of PV systems, together with operations and maintenance on various UK sites.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Skilled Labourer, you will be responsible for:

• General site maintenance, including tools and equipment.
• Operating telehandlers.
• Working to strict health and safety standards.
• Flexibility to work away and during evenings.
• Working safely at heights and manual handling.
• Other duties as required.

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Previous experience working on construction sites/ working in general labour roles.
• Flexibility to work around the UK, including evenings and weekends.
• A Driving License is essential.
• Telehandler ticket/ MEWP 3a & 3b ticket is desirable.
• CSCS card.
• Relevant safety trainings, such as working at heights, manual handling.

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary up to £21,000 DOE.
• Progression opportunities & development
• Chance to join the renewables energy sector.
• 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays, extending to 25 days after 2 years.
• Company pension.

    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

J Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Grantham/Sleaford Up to £35,000     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 £35,000, 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

    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 £35,000
• 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 07488889792 to speak to Molly Artingstall who can tell you more.   INDREN

Mechanical Fitter

Water Industry Waterlooville £32,000 - 35,000 + Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter to join a leading provider of Water engineering services and solutions across the South. Working as a Mechanical fitter, you will joined their small but established team based at their head office travelling out to client sites carrying out mechanical installations, repair and testing work on various water contracts. This will see you working in a hands-on site based role covering both clean and dirty water projects.

 

The Job

Working as the Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for…

• Preforming installations, repairs, testing and pre-planned maintenance across clean and dirty water projects.
• Assisting clients on-site with technical faults or refurbishment projects.
• Installing new systems when needed.
• Inspection and testing of mechanical systems
• Following set designs and manufacturers installation guides
• Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
• Offering after sales technical support.

This is a field-based position requiring a flexible approach to work.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to have a background in performing mechanical maintenance / installation/ testing with experience working in the water industry or on water treatment plants.

Full training will be provided, however candidates are expected to be qualified in mechanical fitting to NVQ level 3 or equivalent and will ideally hold a valid CSCS card as well as having confined space experience and training.

Due to the nature of the role, a full UK driving license is essential.

 

What’s on offer.

• Basic salary up to £35,000
• Company Van for work use (Not sole user)
• 28 days incl Bank Holidays 
• Competitive Package

 

How to apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

HV Manager

Renewables     

Remote

Starting Salary up to £70,000 + generous benefits package

 

Introduction…

Astute are proud to be working with a global Wind and Solar O&M company to find an HV Manager to join their senior team. The ideal candidate will have come from an HV engineer or SAP background and have experience managing contracts and P&L accounts.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the HV Manager, you will be responsible for:

• The HV operations throughout the business including Wind and Solar projects.
• Sourcing, procuring, and delivering all High Voltage works up to 132kV
• Organising, monitoring and controlling operations to ensure projects are delivered within budget and according to SLAs and company procedures
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and external partners on project development and to maintain positive relationships
• Being the first point of contact for clients on project issues
• Monitoring of monthly reports and regular updates
• Ensuring the integration of new projects into current works
• Maximising performance of the plant in a safety first environment

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience managing HV operations and staff
• Experience managing a P&L account
• An electrically biased background or relevant degree
• Working understanding of the management of contacts
• Previous experience as an HV SAP or engineer (desirable)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Annual performance-based bonus
• Remote working set up
• Private health insurance
• Team away days
• Life assurance cover
• Company pension scheme

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 222961 and ask to speak to Sophie who can tell you more.

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a specialist engineering and maintenance services provider to recruit a Trainee Field Technician for its UK-wide operations, with travel from Guildford.

The hands-on Operator role comes with a starting salary of £28,000, increasing to £29,500 following successful completion of the 6-month training and probation period, plus allowances, overtime and discretionary bonus. (OTE 38k).

If you're someone with a practical engineering, maintenance or manual-work background and are looking to work for an organisation that provides specialist services to the energy, waste and biomass sectors, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Trainee Field Technician role Reporting to the Team Leader / Operations Manager, you will:

• Work as part of a small team in a hands-on capacity to deliver specialist boiler cleaning and plant and machinery maintenance services.

• Provide manual support to ensure allocated tasks are completed safely, efficiently, on time and to specification.

• Assist with successful cleaning operations at Energy from Waste and Biomass Power Plants across the UK and Ireland.

• Receive, store, transport and use tools and equipment in accordance with company procedures.

• Maintain accurate equipment inventory and stock control records.

• Adhere to Health & Safety standards at all times, both on and off site.

• Keep work areas clean and tidy and identify and report potential hazards.

• Attend Health & Safety meetings and participate in staff, operations and 1-to-1 meetings.

• Carry out equipment maintenance and general yard duties as directed.

• Share learning experiences and provide relevant feedback to support continuous improvement.

• Maintain professional and knowledgeable relationships with customers while working on site.

• Undertake ongoing training and development to maintain technical and behavioural competency.

• Travel to customer sites across the UK and Ireland, including occasional overnight stays.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A full UK manual driving licence and the ability to drive a company van.

• Previous experience in an engineering, maintenance, industrial, plant or other practical/manual environment would be beneficial.

• A willingness to work with heavy equipment in challenging, confined and dirty environments.

• A willingness to undertake a comprehensive training programme and develop technical skills.

• A good understanding of the importance of Health & Safety in an operational environment.

• The flexibility to travel throughout the UK and Ireland and occasionally stay away from home.

• No specific engineering qualification is essential, as full training will be provided.

Personal skills The Lance Operator role would suit someone who is:

• Reliable, professional and committed to delivering a high-quality service.

• Comfortable working as part of a small, close-knit team.

• Hands-on, proactive and willing to get involved with physical tasks.

• Safety-conscious and able to follow procedures and instructions accurately.

• Resilient and comfortable working in challenging environments.

• Confident communicating with colleagues, Team Leaders and customers.

• Organised, with good time management and attention to detail.

• Accountable and willing to take ownership of assigned tasks.

• Able to identify potential problems and contribute to practical solutions.

• Motivated to learn, develop and continuously improve.

• Professional and knowledgeable when representing the company on customer sites.

Salary and benefits of the Trainee Field Technician role

• Starting salary of £28,000 per annum.

• Salary increasing to £29,500 per annum following successful completion of the 6-month training and probation period.

• Approximately £9,900 per annum in allowances/overtime, based on actual average data for 2025/26.

• Discretionary annual bonus of around 10%.

• Travel and overnight stays fully expensed.

• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.

• Monday to Friday working hours, 8am to 5pm.

Senior Account Manager

Water Treatment and Water Hygiene

West Midlands

Up £40,000 + Commission and Company Vehicle

 

Introduction…

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Account Manager to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Senior Account Manager, you will be achieving personal sales targets via a mixture of contract base retention and growth, upselling to existing clients and actively seeking out and converting new clients.

Roles & Responsibilities As a Senior Account Manager you will be responsible for:

• Managing and maintaining Client accounts and responding to requests and compliance issues
• Monitoring performance and raising with Delivery team is issues arise
• Negotiate  contract renewals and re-engage lost accounts.
• Monitoring financial KPIs and take action as require to ensure the account remains on budget
• Compile quarterly reviews to track account progress and up/cross-sell opportunities

 

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 £40,000 basic salary
• Commission
• Company vehicle, laptop and phone
• Full training provided
• Fantastic company benefits
• Holiday package

 

Astute's contract team are exclusively partnering with a Power specialist business to recruit for a Project Manager on a 6-12 month contract for it's West Yorkshire site.  The Project Manager role comes with a day rate of up to £400 per day. This role is looking to be Outside IR35, this is currently being determined.  The Key Skills required for this role: 

• A track record of successfully delivering a project in a standalone position. 
• Experience delivering a telecoms project.

If this is something of interest, please get in touch. 

Asset Manager – Utility Scale Solar

Home Based

£32,500 to £35,000 + benefits & hybrid working

Introduction…

Astute are proudly partnered with a global client who are looking for Asset Managers 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 Asset Manager to deal more client-side that with the Engineers, to ensure that the assets are being correctly managed and maintained, making sure that the client’s contractual obligations are met.

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Senior Operations Manager, as an Asset Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Asset management across a portfolio or ground mount solar PV assets
• Ensuring all O&M works are completed in accordance with contractual obligations
• Being the primary client contact for clients and managing customer queries
• Contract management and ensuring all contracts in accordance with each site are up to date and conditions are met
• Assisting with the management of internal resource to plan and execute O&M works
• Attending site visits when required
• Raising work orders, managing H&S practices and ensuring best practice
• Other duties as required

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Solar experience, whether educational or demonstrable work experience in solar
• Asset management experience is ideal, but maybe you’re an Engineer with some relevant experience wanting to move into more of an office-based role, Project Engineers/Managers or experience in a Performance & Monitoring Engineer will also be of interest
• SCADA experience/knowledge is an advantage
• UK driving licence is essential
• A relevant educational qualification, ie degree / HNC / HND in engineering or renewable energy
• A driven, problem-solving and passionate attitude

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £32,500 to £35,000 salary DOE (if you’re currently earning more but have an interest, please get in touch)
• Private health insurance
• Life Assurance
• Hybrid working OR Remote working
• Mental Health First Aid access
• Other, comprehensive benefits

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.

SHEQ Coordinator       

Bracknell

£35,000 + benefits

 

Introduction…

Astute are proudly partnered with a well-established business who provide a range of services across the Home Counties including Demolition, Plant Hire and Waste Management.

They are currently seeking an experienced SHEQ Coordinator with a strong knowledge of compliance to join their team, visiting a variety of sites to ensure that all operations are being undertaken in line with legislation and government guidelines.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the SHEQ Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• The undertaking of ISO audits on a monthly basis
• Advising colleagues and external stakeholders on Health & Safety related issues
• Ensuring business operations are being undertaken in line with legislation and government guidelines
• Translating legislation into workable solutions for the business
• Undertaking inductions and toolbox talks
• Presenting reports to senior management

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a relevant role (Waste sector would be an advantage)
• NEBOSH certificate or equivalent
• Full UK driving license
• Knowledge of ISOs (specifically 9001, 14001 and 45001)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £35,000 basic salary
• Monday to Friday 8 – 5 hours
• Opportunity to work for an established industry firm with a family feel

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.