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Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with an international design consultancy who are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to join their busy established team in the heart of Birmingham, in a newly refurbished office. The strategically important Senior Structural Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, a competitive company pension, flexible working, the opportunity to work abroad and a market leading bonus scheme. If you’re an experienced, chartered Structural Engineer, that has a proven background working on complex building structures, which could be Nuclear, Train Stations or Hospitals etc, and you are looking for a change, hit apply with your most up to date CV today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role   Reporting to the Team Leader you will:  

• Perform design duties on national and international design schemes
• Oversee junior members of staff as and when is needed
• Complete site visits as and when is needed
• Keep track of the project and be able to report back to management as to how things are progressing
• Report into management of future business leads

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally between 5-8 years’ experience as a Structural Engineer
• Experience designing complex structures, which could be nuclear, rail infrastructure, buildings  
• Chartership with the ICE or IStructE or other recognised organisation is required
• Design experience with both Reinforced Concrete and Steel

  Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• An established leader, or keen to grow into the role
• A team player but also able to work independently to time constraints
• Adaptable to change
• Keen to learn other sectors as and when needed (possibility of secondment to other discipline sectors)

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  

• Up to £55,000 dependant on experience
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Company matched pension
• Performance bonus, based on the business and individual performance
• Ability to work remotely from abroad

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Site Chemist Hazardous Waste

West Bromwich £25,000- £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Site Chemist to work with one of the UK’s leading waste management service providers who focus on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their  Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective sampling, testing and analysis of the waste on-site to ensure safe and compliance processing at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the team of on-site Chemists, assisting with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off-site are consistently safe and are compliant in-line with site permits and environmental regulations.
• Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
• Assisting with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
• Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
• Utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
• Work to meet site and laboratory targets for processing.
• Ensuring house-keeping requirements are maintained and continuous improvement programmes supported.
• Undertake all administration tasks as needed such as chemist check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets etc.
• Other tasks as needed.

 

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 lab 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 £25,000- £30,000
• Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
• Full training and support

 

How to Apply

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

Commissioning Engineer – Process Equipment Milton Keynes / M1 Corridor Competitive Salary + Benefits     Introduction Astute Technical Recruitment are working with a leading suppler of processing technology into the food, beverage, marine, energy and oil & gas sectors.  We are looking for a Commissioning & Service Engineer focusing on separation & flow equipment. With their Head Office in Milton Keynes, we are looking for someone situated along the M1 in the area who is happy working out of the office and at customer sites, nationwide. You’ll be involved with starting up and testing new equipment, carrying out technical assessments and liaising with the project team and customers for installation work.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Utilities Engineer you will be responsible for:

• As part of the nationwide projects team you’ll be involved with successfully starting up, commissioning & testing new separation & flow technology equipment.
• Carrying out reviews of installations, GA Drawings, P&ID’s and EPLAN as part of technical assessments.
• Working alongside the automation engineer to plan full system integration.
• Preparation of commissioning documentation.
• Communicating with internal & external stakeholders.
• Review of the warranty process.
• Supervise site installation.
• Lead technical discussions with customers inline with the commissioning programme.
• Carry out mechanical assembly works, electrical inspections and commissioning on control panels and instrumentation.
• Configuration of HMI’s and drive units.
• Any other duties as required (full job specification is available on request).

    Skills & Qualifications To be considered for the role of Commissioning Engineer we are looking for someone with the following criteria (essential):

• Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification
• Experience in servicing / maintaining / commissioning process flow & separation equipment such as pumps, mixers, centrifuges etc.
• It would be advantageous if you had process engineering experience
• Full UK driving licence

    Salary & Package We are offering a competitive salary and benefits package for the Commissioning Engineer vacancy as follows:

• Highly competitive Salary
• Company van, fuel card & phone / laptop
• Overtime
• Opportunity to travel UK wide

    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 910 038 to speak to Emily Lobacz who can tell you more.     INDPOW

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. 

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. 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. 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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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

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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]

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

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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