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SHEQ Coordinator

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

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.

Commercial Manager

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Senior EC&I Engineer

CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 4/28/25
  • END DATE: 4/27/26
  • PAY RATE: $55.0 /HR
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior EC&I Engineer to join their design team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in the EC&I discipline at a senior level and the ability to hold security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£55 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis. If you’re a Senior EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior EC&I Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:
  • Checking and approval of engineering documents and drawings.
  • Liaising with clients and managers of other engineering disciplines to develop cost effective technical solutions.
  • Communicate best practice across the UK EC&I design delivery team.
  • Responsible for managing the quality and progress of EC&I engineering work carried out within a project.
  • Development of designed to technical and client specification / satisfaction.
  • Actively contribute to design and safety reviews (HAZOP and risk assessment.)
  • Ensure quality of work throughout the design phase.
  • Comply with safety and stator regulations (CDM and CE, etc.)
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Degree in an engineering discipline.
  • Full Membership of a relevant institution (e.g. IMC).
  • Experience in a senior role in the management and delivery of nuclear environment projects, or other equivalent highly regulated industry.
  • Experience of leading teams within a project environment and the management of medium sized design teams in the delivery of scheme and detail design packages.
  • Expert understanding of EC&I principles such as safety systems, circuit protection, communication technologies or instrumentation.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering design solutions. Concept through to commissioning experience (full lifecycle).
    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.
    Salary and benefits of the Senior EC&I Engineer role  
  • £50 - £55 an hour
  • 12-month contract
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Customer Service Advisor

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is collaborating with the leading provider of sealing solutions for cable and pipe transits to recruit a Customer Service Advisor to support with their daily operations. The Customer Service Advisor role will combine customer service duties, order processing, aftersales and logistic support as well as invoicing and credit control processes. The position offers a generous bonus scheme and a chance for growth. If you’re an experienced Customer Service Advisor and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                      Responsibilities and duties: As the Customer Service Advisor, you will be:
  • Handle incoming enquiries via calls and emails, providing quotations, technical documentation, and general customer support.
  • Manage order processing through the ERP system, oversee logistics, and ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Coordinate invoicing, credit control, and aftersales communication to ensure smooth payment and customer satisfaction.
  • Support internal and external sales teams and perform general office administration to maintain an excellent customer experience.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience using an ERP system (IFS preferred)  
  • Ability and confidence to prepare and present solutions and strategies to groups of co-workers, clients or prospects.
    Personal skills The Customer Service Advisor role would suit someone who has:
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Desire to grow within a company
  • Ability to use Microsoft programs
    Salary and benefits of the Customer Service role
  • A salary of up to £30,000
  • 20-40% bonus paid quarterly
  • Pension contribution, healthcare package and anniversary bonus 
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Planning Lead

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading provider of complex Engineering Solutions and services to the nuclear energy, industrial and petrochemical sector, to recruit a Planning Lead for its Warrington office. The Project Controls Lead position will play a vital role within the project planning team and will manage/oversee the delivery of pre-construction P6 Programme, including constructability. It comes with a salary starting at £50,000 - £75,000 depending on experience. If you’re an experience Primavera 6 software planner who can develop plans from engineering information into a task specific schedule and are looking to work for an organisation that continues to be a pioneer in the nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Planning Lead you will:  
  • Develop standardized P6 planning work packages using AIMS SOPs, Client Procedures, and referent knowledge to ensure consistency.
  • Create project-specific schedules, integrating activities across multifunctional teams, and iterating them through project stages up to Level 4 for execution.
  • Manage cost and resource-loaded P6 programs, monitoring progress and ensuring alignment with Client requirements for pre-construction and project execution.
  • Optimize project schedules by coordinating with suppliers, client functions, and stakeholders, providing regular updates to project management.
  • Proactively forecast and analyse project activities using EVA techniques, managing variations and maintaining accurate cost, resource, and schedule profiles.
  • Foster a collaborative, "best for project" mindset, ensuring open communication, stakeholder alignment, and adherence to AIMS standards and practices.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Time Served Apprentice / NVQ level 2 / C&G - and / or suitable experience in construction engineering
  • HNC/HND (or equal) in an engineering or Project Management discipline.
  • Proficient in the use of P6 and cost/resource loading scheduling techniques.
  • Knowledge and application of construction methodologies across MEH scopes.
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  • CCNSG Safety Passport Training / IOSH Managing Safety Certificate (shortform)
    Personal skills: The Planning Lead role would suit someone who has:  
  • Ability to achieve SC status readily.
  • Minimum of 5 years senior planning lead experience, with direct reports and supplier oversight.
  • Commercial awareness, e.g. experience in Variation and Claims management with strong presentation and communication skills.
    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role:  
  • Salary of up to £75,000 depending on experience
  • Opportunity to progress within an international company
  • Company benefits
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Site Manager

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Multi-Skilled Service Engineer

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Mechanically strong.
  • 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Fabrication Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
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Supplier Quality and Development Engineer

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit a Supplier Quality and Development Engineer for its Bath site. The strategically important Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, pension, and excellent opportunities for professional development. If you’re a Supplier Quality and Development Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is committed to delivering the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance within the nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role Reporting to the Quality Manager you will:
  • Conduct supplier audits and assessments in accordance with CSA N299 and ASME NQA-1 requirements.
  • Ensure suppliers maintain robust quality management programmes aligned with nuclear regulatory expectations.
  • Review and approve supplier quality documentation including manuals, procedures, inspection plans, and quality records.
  • Drive supplier continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance, reliability, and compliance.
  • Support suppliers with corrective and preventive action implementation using root cause analysis methodologies.
  • Provide guidance and training to suppliers on nuclear quality standards and customer expectations.
  • Ensure supplier readiness for nuclear-related product launches, engineering changes, and modifications.
  • Validate supplier manufacturing and inspection processes through PPAP, FAI, and other quality assurance tools.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of supplier audits, evaluations, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
  • Ensure full traceability and documentation integrity in line with CSA N299 and ASME NQA-1 requirements.
  • Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.
  • Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Regulatory teams to align supplier capability with project requirements.
  • Participate in design and procurement reviews to assess supplier-related risks and quality impacts.
  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following: Essential
  • Proven experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Quality Auditing role.
  • Strong understanding of supplier quality assurance processes and quality management systems.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical report-writing skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality management software.
  • Ability to conduct supplier assessments and manage supplier performance improvement activities.
Desirable
  • Experience within the nuclear industry.
  • Working knowledge of CSA N299 and/or ASME NQA-1 quality standards.
  • Lead Auditor qualification or equivalent.
  • Internal Auditor certification or equivalent.
  • Experience with PPAP, FAI, and supplier process validation activities.
  • Knowledge of Rotork or similar engineered products and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience using statistical quality tools and techniques.
  Personal skills   The Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Calm, methodical, and able to work effectively under pressure.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
  • A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Highly organised with excellent time management abilities.
  • Customer-focused with a commitment to quality and compliance.
  • A logical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
  Salary and benefits of the Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role  
  • Salary of ~£60,000 plus company bonus scheme.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • 37-hour working week.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically challenging nuclear environment.
  • Collaborative and supportive working culture.
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Senior EC&I Engineer

CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/3/25
  • END DATE: 2/16/26
  • PAY RATE: $55.0 /HR
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior EC&I Engineer to join their design team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in the EC&I discipline at a senior level and the ability to hold security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£55 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis. If you’re a Senior EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior EC&I Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:
  • Checking and approval of engineering documents and drawings.
  • Liaising with clients and managers of other engineering disciplines to develop cost effective technical solutions.
  • Communicate best practice across the UK EC&I design delivery team.
  • Responsible for managing the quality and progress of EC&I engineering work carried out within a project.
  • Development of designed to technical and client specification / satisfaction.
  • Actively contribute to design and safety reviews (HAZOP and risk assessment.)
  • Ensure quality of work throughout the design phase.
  • Comply with safety and stator regulations (CDM and CE, etc.)
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Degree in an engineering discipline.
  • Full Membership of a relevant institution (e.g. IMC).
  • Experience in a senior role in the management and delivery of nuclear environment projects, or other equivalent highly regulated industry.
  • Experience of leading teams within a project environment and the management of medium sized design teams in the delivery of scheme and detail design packages.
  • Expert understanding of EC&I principles such as safety systems, circuit protection, communication technologies or instrumentation.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering design solutions. Concept through to commissioning experience (full lifecycle).
    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.
    Salary and benefits of the Senior EC&I Engineer role  
  • £50 - £55 an hour
  • 12-month contract
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Senior Structural Engineer - Shrewsbury

PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Engineering team is proudly partnered with a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy who deliver services to a diverse client base across the residential, commercial, industrial, and nuclear sectors. They are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to support a range of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, including ongoing work in the UK’s nuclear sector. The Senior Structural Engineer will act as a key leader within the team, providing technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. This role requires delivering high-quality structural designs while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. If you’re a Structural Engineer looking for work then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role Reporting to the Associate Structural Engineer you will:  
  • Lead structural engineering projects from concept to completion, delivering efficient, code-compliant designs in various materials.
  • Conduct site inspections and resolve structural issues, representing the company in client and design meetings
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and resources, providing regular updates and ensuring project milestones are met.
  • Mentor junior staff and promote a collaborative, learning-focused environment with a strong CPD culture.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and support growth through tenders and identifying new opportunities.
  • Champion safety and ensure quality standards across all deliverables, staying current with industry best practices.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Chartered Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (preferred).
  • Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software, ideally including:
MasterSeries, SCIA, Tekla Structural Designer AutoCAD and Revit
  • Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques and software (preferred).
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools to streamline design and documentation workflows.
  • Proven experience delivering structural engineering projects, particularly within the defence and nuclear sectors.
Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and team members.
  • A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.
  • Commitment to professional growth and staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.
  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  
  • A salary of up to £60,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across key sectors.
  • Access to leading software tools and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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