James Barker

Lead EC&I Engineer Hybrid & Woking Office 12 month contract About the role: Astute’s Power team is partnering with an up and coming company within the Power Generation industry to recruit an Lead EC&I Engineer on a 12 month contract for a new build power station FEED study stage. Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Ensuring the contractors E,C & I engineering and design meets the client requirements;
• Reviewing and commenting on contractor and licensor documents and resolving those comments;
• Engaging with discipline counter party key stakeholders as required to proactively progress the design;
• Co-ordinating with the FEED team to ensure a cohesive design solution;
• Ensuring the FEED team is aware of E,C & I engineering issues arising with Kent and progressing their timely resolution;
• Ensuring the client are aware of issues arising and co-ordinating the resolution;
• Striving to achieve best value through the facilities design; and
• Providing support to the team in securing all necessary consents, connections and permissions to build and operate the plant.

How many hours a week? 40 hours per week Working schedule? Typically 9-5 minimum 3 days a week in Woking contractors office Who would they be reporting to? Project Director Will they be in a team with anyone? Or working solely? FEED Project Manager 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 02392222960 to speak to James Barker who can tell you more.  

Welder – Energy from Waste Protos EFW Competitive Rate 10 Months     About the role: Astute’s Power team are exclusively partnering with a global company specialising in integrated fabrication and construction solutions to recruit a Welder on a 10-month contract for its Protos EFW site. The Welder role comes with competitive rate.                   Key skills:

• Reading installation drawing as appropriate
• Fabricating and install metal work/pipework across the process plant.
• Operate fabrication machinery to carry out small scale fabrication functions on site commensurate with the role
• Carry out pressure and leak testing activities and/or replacing materials/components as required
• Produce patch repairs from sheet metal, drilling and tapping where necessary

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the role:

• 10-month contract
• Competitive Rate

    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 02393910473 to speak to Lucy Pook who can tell you more.

EC&I Manager Protos EFW, Ellesmere Port 12 month contract About the role: Astute’s Power team is partnering with the joint venture EPC to recruit an EC&I Manager on a 12 month contract for a new build Energy from Waste in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. The scope of work includes the following:  

• The Scope-of-Supply with SBG may be summarised as follows:
• 2 stream boiler and grate incineration plant
• 2 flue gas treatment plants incl. stack
• Steel structure
• Waste cranes
• EC&I systems
• Several equipment (ie. fans, tanks, vessels, boiler cleaning devices, etc.)
• Heat and noise insulation- Refractory lining
• Overall field of responsibility shall include:
• Management of the delivery and installation of EC&I Installation packages;
• Coordination with the Site and Project Management Team in terms of EC&I Installations;
• Manage and control the flow of documents, information and project documents including SBG deliverables, technical queries, third party documents and client documents between the SBG Team and the related EC&I sub-contractor(s);
• Coordination of all interfaces between all individual suppliers/ EC&I installation; companies involved in project site activities;
• Responsible for ensuring that project team members always have accurate and up-to-date information about the EC&I scope;
• Supervision and inspection of EC&I installation progress;
• Assist the Site Management Team with all EC&I related Risk and Method
• Statements (RAMS) in accordance with agreed process;
• Compilation of turnover packages and SATs;
• Assist in development of commissioning RAMS, procedures and ITP’s;

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 02392222960 to speak to James Barker who can tell you more

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Safety Advisor on a 7-month contract for its Cork site, supporting a major demolition and decommissioning project.

The Safety Advisor role comes with a competitive daily rate.

Key skills:

• Provide client-side safety assurance by monitoring contractor compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and waste management legislation.
• Review and monitor RAMS, permits to work and high-risk activities to ensure work is completed safely and in line with project requirements.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and safety walks, promoting a positive safety culture and driving continuous improvement.
• Support incident, near miss and good catch investigations, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions.
• Liaise with project Health & Safety, Environmental and Asbestos teams, contractors and key stakeholders to ensure effective communication and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence safe behaviours across site.
• Previous experience on demolition, decommissioning or major industrial construction projects is highly desirable.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Safety Advisor role:

• Cork, Ireland
• 7-month contract
• Competitive daily rate
• Full-time, site-based
• Start: Mid to End June 2026

We are working in partnership with an Electrical and Instrumentation subcontractors recruiting for an Electrical Technician to work on a Power Station in Southeast England on an initial 6-month contract.  The Electrical Technician role comes with a competitive rate per hour. Key skills 

• Perform preventative and corrective electrical maintenance activities.
• Safely operate, isolate and maintain electrical systems up to 11kV.
• Undertake switching operations in accordance with site electrical safety rules.
• Carry out inspection, testing and fault finding on:
  • HV/LV switchgear.
  • MCCs and distribution boards.
  • Transformers.
  • Motors and drives.
  • UPS systems.
  • Lighting and small power installations.
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement effective repairs.
• Support plant shutdown and maintenance campaigns.
• Complete electrical inspections and produce detailed reports.
• Review and work from electrical schematics and single line diagrams.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with site procedures and legislation.
• Operate within permit-to-work and isolation procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Technician role 

• Southwest England
• Competitive rate per hour
• 6 months

We are working in partnership with an Electrical and Instrumentation subcontractors recruiting for an Instrument Technician to work on a Power Station in Southeast England on an initial 6-month contract.  The Instrument Technician role comes with a competitive rate per hour. Key skills 

• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance activities on instrumentation systems.
• Perform calibration, loop checking and functional testing of field instrumentation.
• Maintain and fault-find on:
  • Pressure, temperature, flow and level instruments.
  • Control valves and associated accessories.
  • Transmitters, switches and analyzers.
  • Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems.
  • Fire & Gas systems.
• Execute SIL proof testing activities in accordance with site procedures.
• Complete hazardous area inspections and remedial activities where required.
• Diagnose faults and restore equipment safely and efficiently to service.
• Interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, cause and effect charts and instrument datasheets.
• Ensure all maintenance records and calibration certificates are accurately completed.
• Work in accordance with permit-to-work systems and isolation procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments and safety observations.
• Ensure compliance with all site SHEQ requirements and standards.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Instrument Technician role 

• Southwest England
• Competitive rate per hour
• 6 months

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Waste Management Company a to recruit a Mechanical Package Manager on a 12 month contract for its Hampshire location.   The Mechanical Package Manager comes with a rate of between £400-£475 per day.     Key skills 

 

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical system - including low-carbon heating, heat distribution, water systems, CHP integration, and replacement of legacy steam/boiler infrastructure.
• Develop technical specifications, scopes of work, and procurement packages, managing supplier selection, tender evaluations, and contract awards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design across mechanical, electrical, controls/BMS, civil, structural, and architectural teams to ensure integrated building performance.
• Manage mechanical project budgets, schedules, and risks, including cost control, programme delivery, variation management, and mitigation of technical risks.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations, health and safety requirements, and oversee quality assurance, commissioning, testing, and handover of mechanical systems.
• Monitor and report project performance, including carbon and energy savings, while liaising with clients, funders, regulatory bodies, and contractors to support successful project delivery.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Mechanical Package Manager role  

• Southampton
• £400-475 per day
• 12 month contract

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a city-scale, low-carbon heat networks operating across the UK to recruit a Site Manager on a 9-month contract for its Bradford location.   The Site Manager comes with a rate of between £350-£400 per day.     Key skills 

• Lead and oversee the commissioning of the Energy Centre, District Heating Network, and Energy Transfer Stations (PHX Skids)
• Review and assure all commissioning documentation
• Monitor and witness commissioning activities on site
• Coordinate and assess the commissioning of gas boilers, air source heat pumps, thermal storage, distribution pipework, pumps, heat exchangers, metering, control systems, and BMS integration to ensure performance meets project specifications.
• Manage commissioning defects and system readiness by maintaining observations registers, monitoring corrective actions, supporting integrated systems testing, and ensuring all outstanding issues are resolved prior to handover.
• Review project handover documentation

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role  

• Bradford
• £350-£400 per day
• 9-month contract

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a large-scale European Engineering and Construction company to recruit a Permit to Work Coordinator on 12 months for its Scotland site. The Permit to Work Coordinator role comes with a rate of £500 per day.                   As the Permit to Work Coordinator, you will need experience in the following;

• Act as the central point of contact for the Permit to Work system across the construction site.

• Review, approve, issue, suspend, and close PTWs in accordance with project-specific procedures.

• Coordinate with construction teams, subcontractors, and the HSE department to plan and manage conflicting work activities.

• Maintain a live permit board and daily permit register.

• Ensure all PTWs are fully documented, including risk assessments, method statements, isolations, and supporting documents.

• Conduct audits and regular inspections to ensure compliance with permit conditions.

• Facilitate daily PTW coordination meetings and ensure clear communication between work parties.

• Support and advise supervisors and operatives on permit-related issues and safety requirements.

• Escalate any non-compliance or unsafe practices to the HSE Manager immediately.

• Deliver toolbox talks and training sessions on the PTW process as required.

• Maintain accurate records for audit purposes and regulatory compliance.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Permit to Work Coordinator role:

• Scotland
• Outside IR35
• £500 per day