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Melanie Noble

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People
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Project Development Manager - Renewables
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leader in renewable energy, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With over 25 years of experience, our partner develops and builds wind and solar farms, as well as battery and hydrogen projects worldwide. Their specialist teams handle every aspect of project development and implementation—from site assessment, planning and engineering through to operational management and maintenance of assets. We are recruiting for a Project Manager (Project Development) to join their dynamic team. If you’re a Project Manager with pre-planning experience within the renewables sector, then apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Lead Project Manager, you will:  
  • Develop onshore wind, battery, and hybrid energy projects, including other renewable technologies.
  • Engage and manage consultants and review expert studies and impact assessments for accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepare and coordinate planning applications, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental Statements (ES), and appeal documentation.
  • Coordinate and negotiate planning compliance submissions and monitor reporting schedules.
  • Represent the company in planning and other site-related matters, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.
  • Create and maintain project documentation to meet company standards and external monitoring requirements.
  • Deliver projects within budget and on time, managing invoice and payment schedules, and highlighting any risks or concerns to management. 
  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Academic degree in planning, environmental, or engineering disciplines.
  • Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.
  • Strong understanding of planning policy and environmental impact regulations.
  • Extensive experience with site assessment, planning application/consent processes, including environmental impact assessments for major renewable energy projects.
  • Working towards or holding a professional qualification (MRTPI, MRICS, MIEMA, MICE) is advantageous.
Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:
  • An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Highly organised, efficient, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently on specific tasks.
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Capable of working effectively within a team and managing external stakeholders.
  • Able to travel frequently throughout Scotland with a full driving license and access to a vehicle.
Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role
  • Up to £70,000 depending on experience.
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Matched Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to work

Regional Solar Field Service Team Lead
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables are proud to be working with one of Europe’s leading solar O&M specialists, supporting their continued UK growth. We are now recruiting for a Regional Field Service Team Lead, a key leadership role focused on effective team coordination, performance management, and driving operational excellence across the field service team. This role offers a salary of up to £45,000, along with a company vehicle and fuel card, and the opportunity to work within a supportive, expert-led environment focused on delivering high-quality service to large-scale solar assets. If you’re currently a Field Service Engineer with large scale solar experience ready to step into a leadership role, apply today with your CV Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Senior Management team, you will:
  • Plan and allocate team resources effectively to meet operational goals.
  • Review and analyse historic work orders to identify trends and improve performance.
  • Monitor team KPIs and deliver regular feedback to drive continuous improvement.
  • Support quotation preparation and review of technical procedures and equipment.
  • Act as the key interface between Project Managers and on-site field teams.
  • Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support to engineers and technicians.
  • Deliver updates on policy or procedural changes clearly and consistently.
  • Lead regular team meetings, 1-to-1 reviews, and performance appraisals.
  • Source and assess local contractors to support peak workloads or special projects.
  • Manage van stock and tooling levels to ensure field team efficiency.
  • Support with O&M duties as required.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.
  • At least five years’ experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
  • Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Fiix or CMMS platforms would be an advantage.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required
  • Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to leadership.
  • Passionate about renewables, team development, and service excellence.
  • Organised and dependable, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role  
  • Starting salary of £40,000 with £5,000 uplift for leadership duties.
  • Pay increases in line with additional internal certification gained (paid for training by the company)
  • Company vehicle and Fuel Card
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme & company sick pay
  • Regular wellbeing check-ins & team-building days
  • Supportive culture with social events
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Service Technician - Glen Kyllachy
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Service Technician for its site South of Inverness, Scotland. The Service Technician role comes with a starting salary of £41,000, 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 £41,000
  • Progression opportunities with clear structure to support you in your development.
  • Mon-Fri working week, with early finish Fridays!
  • 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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Field Service Engineer - Solar - Cambridgeshire
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a leading renewable energy company, a market leader in solar operations, to recruit a Field Service Engineer covering the Cambridgeshire area with occasional travel for business needs. The role involves onsite service and maintenance of large-scale solar assets. This strategically important Field Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40k plus a vehicle. If you’re a Field Service Engineer with solar experience and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people first, upload your CV to apply today! Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will:
  • Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team.
  • Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.
  • Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations.
  • Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment.
  • Routine maintenance activities on security system devices.
  • Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities.
Professional Qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.
  • At least five years’ experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
  • Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
Personal Skills: The Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required
  • Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.
  • Passionate about renewable energy and high-quality service delivery.
Salary and Benefits:
  • Salary: £38,000 - £40,000
  • Company vehicle with fuel card
  • 25 days of annual leave plus Bank holidays 
  • Great company culture and regular social events 
  • Bonus programme 
  • Pension scheme 
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Solar O&M Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Field Service Engineer - Bristol
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables are proud to be working with one of Europe’s leading solar O&M specialists, supporting their continued UK growth. We are looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to join their team, covering the Bristol area, with occasional travel as required. This Field Service Engineer role offers a salary of £45,000, along with a company vehicle and fuel card plus door to door travel is paid. If you’re a Field Service Engineer with solar experience and are looking to join a business that values professionalism, reliability, and continuous improvement apply today with your CV Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will:
  • Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team.
  • Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.
  • Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations.
  • Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment.
  • Routine maintenance activities on security system devices.
  • Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.
  • At least five years’ experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
  • Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required
  • Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.
  • Passionate about renewable energy and high-quality service delivery.
Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role  
  • Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience plus pay increases upon completion of training competencies.
  • Door to Door travel paid
  • Company vehicle and Fuel Card
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme & company sick pay
  • Regular wellbeing check-ins & team-building days
  • Supportive culture with social events
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Service Technician - West Cork
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
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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O&M Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a leading commercial and industrial renewable energy provider, specialising in the design, installation and maintenance of solar PV and clean energy solutions for businesses across Ireland, to recruit a Solar O&M Engineer to monitor and maintain multiple sites. The Solar O&M Engineer role comes with a salary up to €60,000, vehicle and excellent package including training and development opportunities. If you’re a Solar O&M Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that are a growing organisation at the forefront of commercial and industrial renewable energy projects, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Solar O&M Engineer role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will:  
  • Monitor the performance of operational solar PV sites using remote monitoring and SCADA systems.
  • Review plant data, identify underperformance and investigate technical faults to maximise system availability.
  • Support the day-to-day technical management of a portfolio of operational renewable energy assets.
  • Coordinate planned preventative maintenance activities across multiple sites.
  • Carry out fault diagnosis, repairs and component replacements where required.
  • Assist with inverter, DC cabling and electrical system maintenance to ensure optimum plant performance.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports and spare parts inventories.
  • Produce performance and maintenance reports for internal stakeholders.
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health, safety and quality standards.
  • Travel to sites across Ireland as required, including occasional overnight stays.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • At least two years' experience within the solar PV or renewable energy sector.
  • Understanding of power system protection and electrical distribution systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings, single line diagrams and technical schematics.
  • Experience maintaining LV electrical systems, DC cabling and medium voltage infrastructure would be advantageous.
  • Full clean driving licence and eligibility to work in Ireland.
Personal skills The Solar O&M Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Analytical with strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities.
  • Organised and capable of managing multiple maintenance activities.
  • Flexible to travel regularly to operational sites.
Salary and benefits of the Solar O&M Engineer role  
  • Salary up to €60,000, depending on experience.
  • Company vehicle.
  • Company pension.
  • Private health insurance.
  • Ongoing training and CPD opportunities, including support for professional memberships.
  • Accommodation provided for overnight project work where required.
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Service Technician - Gortahile
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
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 Gortahile, 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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Solar Field Service Engineer - Aberdeen
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables are proud to be working with one of Europe’s leading solar O&M specialists, supporting their continued UK growth. We are looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to join their team, covering the Aberdeen area, with occasional travel as required. This Field Service Engineer role offers a salary of up to £40,000, along with a company vehicle and fuel card, and the opportunity to work within a supportive, expert-led environment focused on delivering high-quality service to large-scale solar assets. If you’re a Field Service Engineer with solar experience and are looking to join a business that values professionalism, reliability, and continuous improvement — apply today with your CV Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will:
  • Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team.
  • Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.
  • Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations.
  • Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment.
  • Routine maintenance activities on security system devices.
  • Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.
  • At least five years’ experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
  • Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required
  • Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.
  • Passionate about renewable energy and high-quality service delivery.
Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role  
  • Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience plus pay increases upon completion of training competencies.
  • Company vehicle and Fuel Card
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme & company sick pay
  • Regular wellbeing check-ins & team-building days
  • Supportive culture with social events
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
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