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Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a EPC Contractor to recruit a HSE Advisor on a 24 month contract for its London site. The HSE Advisor role comes with a competitive day rate.                   Key skills  

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ)
• Actively encourages and leads contractor teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements.
• Intervenes in a strong and persuasive manner in HSE matters on site
• Can competently advise on HSE matters at all levels within the project organisation
• Provides technical support to the persons responsible for safety on the construction sites
• Administers the permit to work process when required
• Undertakes Level 1 accident investigations to a high standard and produce internal reports
• Undertakes internal inspections and audits of the standards of HSE on site and the work practices employed
• Undertakes site HSE inductions on an ongoing basis
• Assists in emergency response and Assists in the organisation of medical examinations (i.e. drug and alcohol testing, etc) of all staff on site
• Deputises for the Site HSE Manager and undertakes further roles as reasonably required

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the HSE Advisor role  

• London
• 24 Months
• Competitive rate
• Outside IR35

Astute's Strategic Division are currently recruiting for 2 Civil Engineers to join the EPC Contractor across 2 new build BESS projects in Gersthofen & Irsingen, Germany.

The Civil Engineer positions come with a salary from €62,000 to €65,000 plus benefits. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Support the delivery of civil engineering works during the early construction stages of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
• Coordinate and oversee site preparation activities, including earthworks, excavation, grading, drainage and ground improvement works.
• Manage the construction of foundations and concrete works for battery containers, transformers, switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Review civil drawings, specifications, method statements and technical documentation to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with civil subcontractors, site management, designers and other engineering disciplines to ensure construction activities remain on programme.
• Monitor site progress, quality and workmanship, identifying and resolving civil engineering issues as they arise.
• Ensure civil works comply with relevant German regulations, project specifications, approved designs and applicable construction standards.
• Support the installation and coordination of underground infrastructure, including cable trenches, ducting, drainage systems and service routes.
• Assist with inspections, quality documentation, RFIs, technical queries and the completion of civil construction records and handover documentation.
• Work closely with the EPC Project Manager and wider site team to ensure civil packages are completed safely and efficiently ahead of electrical installation and BESS equipment mobilisation.
• Ideally have BESS site experience is key, secondary experience in Solar or Wind projects.
• Hold right to work in Germany
• Speak German Language min level B2

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Civil Engineer positions:

• Salary - €62,000 to €65,000 plus benefits
• German Nationals / EU Nationals
• Gersthofen & Irsingen, Germany
• Start date - October 2026

INDPOW

Supply Chain Risk Manager

Contract Length: 12 months

Warrington/Carlisle/Crewe/Whitehaven – Hybrid working. Some travel will be required £300-£400/day Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP

 

Introduction…

We have a fantastic opportunity to support the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain and contribute to the success of a large nuclear organisation. You will be developing and embedding an effective process to manage and monitor Supply Chain Risk.  

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Supply Chain Risk Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and embedding a fit for purpose supply chain risk management process
• Ensuring the Commercial Directorate risks are updated and managed accordingly
• Taking the lead on developing Critical Supplier contingency plans
• Working in conjunction with Sourcing Team to identify risks and opportunities to enable effective management of categories and associated areas of spend
• Develop monthly “Macro Supply Chain Issues” reporting for distribution across the business
• Development, Leadership and Management of Business continuity planning across the Commercial Directorate, whilst simultaneously ensuring alignment to Enterprise-wide mechanisms and plans
• Support the Head of Procurement & supply Chain in ensuring the Commercial Division meets its legislative, regulatory, customer and stakeholder obligations always.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Detailed & practical understanding of identifying and managing risk related to Supply Chains
• Practical understanding of how to develop and implement a Supply Chain Risk management process
• Detailed understanding of the governance framework a public procurement function operates under e.g., Public Contracts Regulations, Government Commercial Operating Standards, Public Procurement Notes etc.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders, understanding their key drivers, and managing their requirements
• Please note a drugs & alcohol testing & DBS check will need to be completed prior to commencing work  

Desirable experience:

• Member of a recognised professional institute or body (e.g., MCIPS, IAACM, IRM)
• Degree in Business/Economics/Law or equivalent experience
• Usage of Atamis and Sage systems
• Security Clearance: BPSS Basic

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 391 174 and ask to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a design consultancy, who are heavily invested in providing leading projects to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer for one of their sites in the Midlands. The strategically important Senior Structural Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, flexible working and the ability to work on a great range of projects, If you’re an experienced Structural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that will offer you a great opportunity to progress your career, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role   Reporting to the Associate Engineer you will:  

• Lead and run projects and delegate work
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and liaise with technicians
• Be client facing and attend site visits
• Provide detailed designs for projects within the Nuclear and Commercial sector
• Offer insight to potential new business leads

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 5 years’ experience as a Structural Engineer (minimum)
• Ideally chartered with the ICE or IStructE (or working towards)

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

• Comfortable in difficult situations
• Able to manage their time well, as well as others within the team
• Someone who has the ability to want to grow and progress their career

Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  

• Up to £55,000 dependant on experience
• Flexible working
• Phone and laptop provided
• Competitive pension and holiday allowance

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Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading engineering consultancy delivering complex projects across the defence and nuclear sectors to recruit a Senior Nuclear Safety Case Professional to support a portfolio of major nuclear projects across the UK, based out of their offices in Bristol. The strategically important Senior Nuclear Safety Case Professional role comes with a salary of £70,000 - £100,000, flexible hybrid working, private healthcare, bonus scheme, and excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. If you’re a Senior Nuclear Safety Case Professional and are looking to work for an organisation at the forefront of key nuclear and defence projects across the UK, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Nuclear Safety Case Professional role Reporting to the Nuclear Safety Leadership Team you will:  

• Lead and deliver nuclear safety case projects across civil and defence nuclear programmes.
• Develop and execute strategies to address complex nuclear safety challenges.
• Undertake and lead safety assessments, risk assessments, hazard identification studies, fault schedules, and design basis analyses.
• Support probabilistic safety assessments and the development of safety functional requirements.
• Conduct periodic reviews of safety for nuclear facilities and associated infrastructure.
• Support the qualification and substantiation of systems against nuclear safety requirements.
• Undertake internal and external hazards assessments.
• Develop and maintain safety cases for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities.
• Author, review, and verify safety-related documentation.
• Lead multidisciplinary technical teams and provide mentorship to junior consultants and engineers.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development activities.
• Support the winning and delivery of new work across the nuclear sector.
• Ensure project delivery to agreed time, cost, and quality objectives.

    Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Demonstrable 10+ years of civil nuclear or defence nuclear infrastructure experience.

• A Degree, Master's or PhD in a relevant STEM subject.
• Strong experience and understanding of:
  • The UK regulatory regime for nuclear safety cases and safety management.
  • Nuclear safety case requirements, processes, terminology and documentation.
  • Safety analysis and safety justification methods as they are used in the nuclear industry.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities. Willingness to travel and spend time at client sites when required. Ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.

Personal skills The Senior Nuclear Safety Case Professional role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong technical leader with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Adaptable and comfortable working across a variety of nuclear projects.
• Commercially aware and focused on delivering value for clients.
• Passionate about mentoring and developing junior team members.
• A collaborative professional who enjoys working within multidisciplinary environments.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Analytical, organised, and capable of solving complex technical challenges.

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Nuclear Safety Case Professional role • Salary of £70,000 - £100,000 depending on experience. • Flexible hybrid working arrangement. • 25 days annual leave plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days. • Company bonus scheme linked to business performance. • Additional benefits including private healthcare membership, enhanced parental leave benefits, life assurance, professional membership support and many more. #LI-GN1 INDNUC  

Project Manager – Power Generation Competitive Salary + excellent benefits package UK Wide – flexible on base location

Introduction

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join the Projects and Engineering department for a market leading company within the Energy sector with innovative strategies in relation to decarbonisation and cleaner technologies.

Roles & Responsibilities

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for…

• Deliver the project within the timescale and budget as per the company’s business plan.
• Coordinating with the EPC during the design, construction, commissioning, and start-up of the plant as well as ensuring adherence and compliance with the contract terms.
• Manager and coordinate activities of the internal multi-disciplinary team of project engineers
• Regularly liaising with and managing all relevant stakeholders throughout the project
• Ensure a smooth handover to the operations and maintenance team including all relevant documentation.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline
• Chartered Engineer preferred or willing to work towards
• Proven experience working on Process, Power or large scale Industrial / Manufacturing plant.
• Proven experience of managing projects with multiple stakeholder interfaces across the full project life cycle using and managing EPC/EPCM Contractors
• Good knowledge, experience and understanding of different forms of Contracts
• Commercial and Financial acumen

Salary & Benefits

• An Excellent basic salary which will vary depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Share options
• Excellent pension
• Other company benefits

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send an updated CV along with a brief Cover Letter to [email protected] or dial 02393 919 496, and ask to speak to Wynand / Vinnie who can tell you more

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Service Technician for its sites in West Cork Ireland. The Service Technician role comes with a salary of €41,400 plus overtime, bonus and pension scheme and great career progression opportunities. If you’re an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with a Level 3 or Equivalent qualification and you are looking to work for an organisation that offers a great team working environment, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Service Technician you will:  

• Performing maintenance both scheduled and unscheduled according to company manuals and regulations.
• Perform fault finding, troubleshooting and ad hoc repairs with autonomy when necessary.
• Carry out more complex repairs/exchanges of components in collaboration with technical support including the lead technician.
• Conduct all preparations works for maintenance activities.
• Ensure HSE is a high focus by always following the regulations in place.
• Ensure all equipment including vehicles to ensure all in good working and roadworthy order.
• Complete any reporting accurately and on time.
• Complete inventory checks and be responsible for ensuring materials needed are on site.
• Other required service tasks.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• HNC, NVQ, Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical training/education.
• Basic HSE knowledge and ability to develop skill set in this area.
• Computer literate, using MS office, SAP and inhouse data systems.
• Chester Step would be an advantage.
• Experienced in understanding technical data to fault find and problem solve.
• Knowledge of reading electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical diagrams.
• Must hold valid driving license.

    Personal skills The Service Technician role would suit someone who is:  

• Able to work at heights, outside in all conditions.
• A great team player.
• Agile and able to adapt in a fast-paced industry.
• Flexible to work overtime.
• Proactive in their approach to tasks.

    Salary and benefits of the Service Technician role  

• Salary of €41,400 plus overtime 
• Progression opportunities with clear structure to support you in your development.
• Mon-Fri working week, with weekends on call (1 in 3)
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme, Cycle Scheme, EAP Scheme
• 5% company bonus

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• 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Enhance parental leave
• Flexible & hybrid working arrangements
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection insurance
• Performance-related pay scheme – 15% max on salary
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Support with your career development through our Success Management Process.

 

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• 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Enhance parental leave
• Flexible & hybrid working arrangements
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection insurance
• Performance-related pay scheme – 15% max on salary
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Support with your career development through our Success Management Process.