Gemma Nixon

Mechanical Technician

Waste Management Avonmouth £35,251 - Monday to Friday (Days)

Introduction Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country and as such they are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join their new Polymers Recycling Facility in Avonmouth. Working as their Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for carrying out key planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the recycling facility on a wide variety of heavy plant and equipment.   

What you will be doing 

As Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that all plant and equipment on sites is modified and improved, as necessary, to maximise equipment availability and performance.
• Delivering the Planned Maintenance (PM) schedules as well as responding to reactive maintenance tasks on time and to company standard.
• Be aware of stock control and maintain shift paperwork to the highest standard, to complete condition reports and other documentation as defined by the maintenance strategy.
• Undertake engineering project work and assist with new installations or refurbishments.
• Update and administer the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with good knowledge of these and electrical systems (SAP, Maximo, Holistech etc)
• Attend daily operational review meetings, providing updates on Planned Maintenance compliance, live defects and ongoing improvement plans.

 

What you will need 

To be considered for this position you will need to have a recognised Level 3 NVQ/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. 

Candidates must have strong Mechanical Maintenance experience (both planned and reactive) working on fast paced production plant within heavy processing industries such as Power Generation, Waste Management, Aggregates, FMCG, Manufacturing or Water Treatment.

You will have experience of working with low levels of supervision in a high-pressure production environment and have a strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, proactive maintenance strategies and condition monitoring.

Candidates will also need to be able to carry out work at height and in confined spaces as well as working closely with electrical technicans providing support as required, driving their "1 team" ethos.

What's in it for you…

• Basic Salary of £35,251 per annum
• 10% Bonus Scheme
• Competitive Package
• Full training and support working on a brand new recycling facility.

How to Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading specialists in the Waste and Energy recovery sector. This is a rota-based shift position including nights. For more information please contact Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964, emailing your CV to [email protected]

Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

• Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
• Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
• Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
• Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
• Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
• Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
• You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
• Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
• Access doors installation in accordance with DW144

Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.

Electrical Technician

Waste Management

Horsham

£40,000  - £45,000

 

Introduction…

Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join their Mechanical Biological Treatment and Anaerobic Digestion facility in Horsham. You will ideally have experience working in a similar environment, in a relevant sector such as Recycling, Waste Management, Water Treatment etc. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business in a stable and everchanging industry.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as an Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Reactive repairs and maintenance on a range of equipment across the site.
• Preventative maintenance on all electrical systems including pumps, motors, PLCs, control panels etc.
• Maintaining and servicing controls and instrumentation across the site (flow meters, temperature gauges etc.)
• Always working to minimise downtime across all equipment site-wide
• Remaining health and safety focused at all times

 

The shift rota for this position is 4 on 4 off including days and nights. Please only apply if this is suitable.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Level 3 minimum Electrical qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ 3)
• 18th Edition would be desirable
• Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, anaerobic digestion etc.)
• Previous health and safety training

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £40,000  - £45,000
• Shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with a mix of days and nights
• Fantastic pension and holiday allowance
• Retail and leisure discount scheme
• Access to all company benefits

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.

INDREC

The salary for this role is up to £80,000 dependant on experience, along with an excellent benefits package A leading engineering-led logistics provider is transforming how critical UK infrastructure projects are delivered through innovative, precision-driven transport solutions across land and water. They are now seeking a proactive Commercial Manager to oversee commercial governance and financial performance across key projects, ensuring strong cost control, accurate reporting, and effective contract management. Acting as the link between project teams, clients, and the supply chain, you’ll provide clear commercial guidance, resolve contractual matters, and support high-quality project delivery across complex infrastructure environments. Responsibilities and duties of the Commercial Manager role  

• Lead the commercial function across assigned projects ensuring strong governance, financial control and best practice commercial standards
• Develop and implement commercial strategies that maximise project value, profitability and overall commercial performance
• Take full ownership of forecasting, cash flow management and cost-to-complete (CTC) reporting for relevant projects
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation plans to protect and enhance project outcomes
• Oversee contract administration across NEC and other contract frameworks, ensuring full compliance with all obligations
• Lead discussions on contractual matters with clients and subcontractors
• Provide clear commercial guidance to project teams and identify scope changes, ensuring they are recorded, costed and approved

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Proven experience in a commercial management role within construction, infrastructure, utilities or related project-based environments

• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (e.g., ECC, PSC) and other major contract forms, including their commercial processes and obligations
• Demonstrated ability to manage project finances, including forecasting, cash flow, cost control and CTC reporting

Personal skills The Commercial Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Skilled in preparing, negotiating and agreeing applications for payment, variations and final accounts
• Strong commercial risk awareness with the ability to identify issues early and develop effective mitigation strategies
• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working closely with project managers, contract leads and finance teams

Salary and benefits of the role

• 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Enhanced employer pension contributions and salary sacrifice schemes
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection insurance
• Life insurance cover
• Performance-related pay scheme
• Enhanced parental leave benefits
• Cycle to work scheme
• Family friend policies
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Get Active from Aviva – Gym discounts up to 40% off
• Support your career development through our success management process

 

Astute’s Nuclear Team are partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer for their facility in Cranfield.  The Project Engineer will provide operational engineering support for all current and future project activities, including the planning, building, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of R&D test rigs and facilities. The Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 dependant on experience, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership support and a wealth of other benefits. If you’re an experienced Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is recognised for its innovative solutions for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector, then please submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role   Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will:  

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
• Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
• Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
• Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
• Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
• Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
• Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
• Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
• Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  

• Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water treatment and technology services across the UK to recruit an experienced Service Engineer in the Romford area. This role will be supporting at customer sites in the maintenance and servicing of the on-site water treatment systems, carrying out key account management duties as well as hands-on testing on the water systems themselves. The customer focussed Service Engineer position comes with a salary of up to £30,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime. If you’re a Service Engineer with previous working knowledge of the water industry and are looking to work for an organization that is an industry leader within the UK water industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Service Manager you will be responsible for providing on-site preventative maintenance, after sales support and commercial support to key customers in the water treatment industry. This will include:  

• Carrying out chemical treatment analysis and system monitoring on existing customer contracts and equipment.
• Providing Legionella checks and control, ensuring customer compliance with ACOP L8.
• Developing good working relationships with customers, providing recommendations for on-site operations and equipment.
• Carrying out on-site risk assessments and customer reports for customer reviews.
• Continually building on customer relationships, assessing opportunities to potentially sell parts, consumables, plant upgrades and refurbishment work, working with the appropriate sales team.

  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Previous knowledge and experience working in the chemical water treatment sector e.g cooling tower management, boiler optimisation.

    Personal skills The Water Treatment Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Passionate about working closely with customers and providing a first-class service every time.
• Able to handle challenging conversations with customers, working to find a prompt resolution.
• Strong communication skills both with internal and external teams.

    Salary and benefits of the Water Treatment Engineer role  

• Basic Salary of up to £30,000 DOE
• Company Vehicle + Fuel Card for business use
• 25 Days holiday (plus your birthday off)
• Comprehensive pension scheme

   

Machine Operator

Essex

Manufacturing

From £9.55p/h

 

Introduction

Astute are partnered with a long established, privately owned, independent manufacturer and distributor of cardboard cores and tubes in the UK. Our client is looking for a Machine Operator who has come from a manufacturing environment with excellent health and safety awareness.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Machine Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Loading paper reels
• Following safety procedures and keeping the workplace tidy and free of clutter
• Packaging the finished product
• Accurate data entry into the production data system (SAP)
• Conducting visual quality inspections

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience of using slitters, cardboard core manufacturing and cardboard edge machines
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Flexible “can do” attitude
• Great health and safety awareness

 

7am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday (eventually moving to shift work)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Company pension scheme
• Discounted or free hot food
• On-site parking
• Overtime available

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

Site Chemist

Waste Management Didcot Up to £25,400 + Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Site Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as a Graduate/ Site Chemist, you will be responsible for taking and analysing hazardous waste samples on-site to ensure safe and compliant waste is processed at all times. This will be supporting with the day-to-day operations of the transfer station.

 

The Job

Reporting to the Production Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site, ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
• Analyse, test and classify a wide variety of hazardous waste materials on-site.
• Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points.
• Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing for incoming waste streams.
• Unloading and loading lorries across the site, operating forklift tricks and supporting with deliveries.
• Support the site with any extra duties such as tidying and washing the yard.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

This role would suit a recent graduate looking to further their career within the chemical sector and an interest in moving into the waste management industry.

This is NOT a lab-based role, but instead will utilise your chemistry knowledge in a hands-on operational way. You will be working in difficult conditions and across a busy yard environment. Please only apply if this is suitable.

 

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary of up to £25,400
• 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]

????Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected organisation known for delivering complex infrastructure and nuclear projects and will be based out of their offices in Whitehaven. You will be working in a technically challenging environment, supporting early contractor involvement and tendering activities that directly contribute to the successful delivery of major projects. The Senior Estimator role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector.  If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major infrastructure or energy projects, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Estimator role Reporting to the Head of Bid Management you will:  

• Ensure compliance with company governance and bidding procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with Bid and Design Managers to develop competitive pricing and cost-effective design solutions.
• Prepare and agree methodologies, outputs, and estimates for labour, plant, materials, subcontracts, and temporary works.
• Develop and maintain local rates, build-up rates, and scheme-specific calculations for pricing.
• Liaise with procurement to evaluate and select suppliers and subcontractors for tenders.
• Plan and agree staffing levels, shift patterns, and overtime in line with regulations and project requirements.
• Coordinate preliminaries, client requirements, and risk inputs to support tender preparation.
• Compile pricing summaries, adjustment sheets, and final tender documentation for submission.
• Support post-submission activities, including clarifications, amendments, and handover to project teams.
• Review tender outcomes and feedback to inform future bids and continuous improvement.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Relevant civil engineering or construction qualifications
• Significant experience in estimating for large-scale construction or nuclear projects
• Sound knowledge of procurement legislation, forms of contract, and commercial awareness
• Proficiency with estimating software packages

  Personal skills   The Senior Estimator role would suit someone who is:  

• Highly organised and detail focused
• A strong communicator, capable of working with multiple stakeholders
• Proactive in managing priorities and driving tasks to completion
• Comfortable collaborating across multidisciplinary teams

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Estimator role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Car Allowance
• Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
• Career development within a growing organisation
• Additional company benefits and pension package

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