Astute People Ltd

EC&I Supervisor Polymers Recycling  Avonmouth  Up to £46,000 + Package 

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. As such they are looking for an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Supervisor to join their brand new Polymers Recycling Facility based in Avonmouth.   

Role Responsibilities

As the EC&I Supervisor you will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Managing the day to day maintenance activities across the new polymers recycling facility.
• Supervising a shift team of multi-skilled technicians and contractors to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of the team and ensure work is carried out to the standard required.
• Driving and implementing all PPM schedules as well as carrying out maintenance, both preventative and breakdown, on all equipment on the site to reduce operational down time.
• Managing the installations and refurbishments of equipment on-site and supporting initial commissioning services. 
• Take part in Root Cause Analysis activities (RCA) to identify the cause of failures and actions to prevent future failures increasing plant up time
• Communicate shift performance and activities through the shift report and handover process to effectively communicate issues to the management, engineering and production teams
• Maintain the workplace, tools and engineering facilities to prevent hazard and risks in the workplace and to promote effective engineering practices

The Ideal Candidates

To be considered for this position you will need to have a recognised Level 3 NVQ/HNC/HND within Electrical Engineering or equivalent with a strong understanding of a variety of controls and instrumentation equipment. 

You will have previous demonstrable experience supervising a team of multi-skilled engineers in an industrial operational facility/industry (ideally Waste Management, Power Generations, Aggregates, Manufacturing, FMCG etc). You will have knowledge of CMMS systems and a good understanding of a proactive maintenance strategy and condition monitoring as well as strong health and safety knowledge. 

This is a 4 on 4 off shift pattern including night shifts. Please only apply if this is suitable.

Whats on Offer

• Salary up to £46,000
• Competitive Package
• Opportunity to progress

To Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading specialists in the Waste and Energy recovery sector. To apply for this position, please contact Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964, emailing your CV to [email protected]. 

Head of Site Management – Solar & BESS Remote working from home £70k / £80k basic + Benefits     Introduction Astute is working with one of the worlds market leading O&M service providers. Specialising in the development, engineering, financing, construction, operations & maintenance of large scale solar photovoltaic projects. With close to 1.8GWp installed Globally and a 5-year track record for outstanding services, they are looking for a Head of Site Management (Solar & BESS) to provide management and oversight to site-based teams focused on delivering industry leading solar PV and Battery Storage projects                   Roles & Responsibilities As Head of Site Management (Solar & BESS), you will be responsible for:  

• Take line management responsibility for team of Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers, Quality Managers and Commissioning Managers responsible for delivering utility scale Solar PV and Battery Storage projects.
• Ensure project functional reporting lines to Director of Project Management & Construction are maintained and executed.
• Responsibility for ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations. Drive a positive HSE culture amongst the team.
• Coordination of construction resourcing to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of projects.
• Provide experience and expertise to mitigate and overcome challenges encountered during project delivery.
• Ensure team are equipped with necessary tools, equipment, and resources to deliver projects effectively.

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Relevant construction/engineering related degree or equivalent experience and/or vocational training.
• Extensive previous experience as Site Manager on utility scale solar PV projects (20MW+) is a must. Battery storage experience is desirable.
• 3+ years’ experience in equivalent role or of leading a team with reporting obligations a strong plus.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to communicate objectives and priorities clearly.
• Health & Safety training or qualifications a must. Strong preference for NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK).
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    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £70k / £80k basic
• Bonus
• Pension/Life Insurance/Healthcare
• Car Allowance
• Occasional travel to Europe

    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 023 93 911 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.     INDREN  

Maintenance Technician – Waste West Midlands £38,000 - £40,000 DOE + excellent benefits     About the role: Astute’s Renewable Energy team is partnering with a large waste management company with a commitment to improving commercial sustainability. They are looking to recruit a Maintenance Technician for their West Midlands site. The highly valued Maintenance Technician role comes with a salary of £38,000-£40,000 DOE, pension, ongoing career development and training, life assurance as well as generous retail, holiday, travel and leisure discounts. This is a 4 on 4 off shift pattern - 4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off and repeat. If you’re a Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that is flexible and innovative in providing more efficient and safer solutions within the waste industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will:

• Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance work
• Examine and diagnose faults on plant and related equipment
• Complete service, replacement, repair and installation work to the required standards
• Review activities and implement necessary corrective actions
• Comply and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations
• Other duties as required

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a mechanical/electrical engineering discipline

    Personal skills: The Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who:

• Has at least 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician
• Previous experience working in a similar industrial or plant environment
• Is able to carry out shutdowns and repairs as well as full maintenance work
• Prior experience in temporary repairs

    Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Technician role:

• £38,000-£40,000 DOE (4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off and repeat, hours 8-8)
• Pension
• Ongoing development and training
• Life assurance
• Retail, holiday, travel and leisure discounts
• Bike to work scheme

    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 07441 391174 to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.   INDREN

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance according to the legal, technical, manufacturer, and contractual requirements.
• Perform reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and resolution in a timely manner.
• Adherence to and management of health and safety requirements at all times whilst also helping to maintain and improve safety standards across the Network.
• Carry out site survey requests as required.
• Carry out duties according to our company on-call rota system.
• Compile accurate and appropriate documentation for both internal and external stakeholders in a precise and timely manner.
• Keeping accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, high voltage, and safety documents that are suitable for audit.
• Ensure reports are provided in a timely manner and of a good standard at all times.
• Provide support during the commissioning and onboarding process.
• Ensure work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comply with the Company Health & Safety Policies
• Comply with all aspects of the Company’s ISO standards: Quality management - ISO 9001 / Environmental - ISO 14001 proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme.

 

Certification and Skills Required:

• Relevant electrical qualifications – NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• City & Guilds 17th/18th BS7671
• Adaptable and flexible – will need to work flexible hours to meet deadlines. Occasionally working away from home.
• Computer skills; word processing, spreadsheets, email, management, and reporting systems, including the use of diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
• Outdoor nature of work makes it physically demanding, able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Excellent communication skills, fluent written and spoken English
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Able to respond to changing priorities and issues, and an enthusiasm for personal development
• The ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams and technical manuals
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and following good practices, especially whilst lone working on site
• Full clean Driving License

 

Desirable:

• Good understanding of communications, wiring systems, and schematics
• Inspection and testing – C&G2391, 2394 & 2395
• EV charging qualifications and experience
• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS)
• First aid qualifications

 

Company Benefits:

• Private Healthcare via BUPA for employee and their partner/children paid fully by GRIDSERVE
• Company Share Scheme
• Generous Annual leave- 25 days plus bank holidays
• Group Life Insurance – 4 x base salary paid to the beneficiary
• Contributory Pension Scheme – 5% by Employee and 5% by GRIDSERVE
• Generous Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Access to mental health services including counseling for you and the family
• Access to Private GP 24/7 and Nurse via BUPA
• Counselling for all family members via BUPA
• Probate & Bereavement Counselling
• Recruitment Referral Fee
• Bike to Work Scheme

Astute is exclusively partnering with one of the leaders in industrial cleaning and shockwave solutions within the Power Generation sector to recruit a Trainee Field Technician/ Blasting Operative to join their growing team in Sheffield. The Trainee Field Technician role comes with a starting salary of £32,100 with an expected OTE of £40,000. This role will be based in their Sheffield team, however it will require extensive travel and staying away throughout the UK 5-6 days a week. If you’re have hands-on experience, are comfortable working and staying away regularly and are looking to work for an organisation that offers key development within a really interesting sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Supervisor you will be responsible for:

• Joining a team of Blasting Operatives and Engineers working across the UK’s power generation sector to provide key industrial cleaning and shockwave solutions within a number of Power Stations and Energy from Waste centres throughout the UK.
• You will use key cleaning technologies to improve the efficiently of power stations and process facilities. This done through controlled detonative charges used in a power station boiler, to dislodge corrosive build-up on pipework.
• You will be responsible for the safe and efficient transport and usages of explosives, working in a close team to deliver a timely and responsive cleaning service across the UK. This post will require a sizable amount of travel that can include weekends.
• The reward for your flexibility, time and skill is generous a training period, competitive salary package and overtime offering.

    Professional Qualifications & Personal Attributes We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience of working in a “hands-on” position previously, ideally within a hazardous or industrial environment would be desirable although not necessary.
• A full clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Has an understanding of mechanical maintenance, ideally with some form of qualifications.
• A flexible approach to working and happy to stay away from home 5/6 days per week.
• A pro-active and can-do attitude.
• Happy to travel across the UK.

    Salary and benefits of the Trainee Field Technician role

• Basic salary of up to £32,000, OTE £40,000
• Generous holiday package – 25 Days
• Paid Travel and Expenses.
• Structured development and progression opportunity.

 

WHAT WE ARE ABOUT Framatome is a major international player in the nuclear energy market recognised for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear fleet. The company designs, manufactures, and installs components, fuel and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants and offers a full range of reactor services. With 14,000 employees worldwide, every day Framatome’s expertise helps its customers improve the safety and performance of their nuclear plants and achieve their economic and societal goals. Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%) In the UK we are currently over 300 strong and our plans are to grow to 400-500 by 2025 through the development our UK nuclear service offerings. HOW TO DEFINE YOUR PURPOSE Due to our ongoing growth, we are looking to recruit a Head of Project Management.   Reporting to the Head of PMO, the Head of PM will be primarily responsible for effectively managing the Project Management organisation to ensure the business needs are satisfied in relation to project delivery across the BLs. In particular, you will ensure that the Project Management capacitiy and capabilitiy are sufficiently developed and matured to deliver value to our customers and mitigate business risks for Framatome Ltd. The core operational areas of the business are new build projects, engineering projects and existing fleet services. Our business is delivered through projects and as such is requiring a very strong Project Management and culture. As part of our growth, we have reinforced this aspect of the business creating a PMO organisation encompassing:

• The line management of senior PMs and PMs;
• The line management of the Project Control team (incl. cost, schedule, risks, document management).
• The ownership of the Project related processes and reporting (for both management and control of projects) and associated tools/systems.
• The governance and assurance supporting the delivery of projects to the Operational Business Lines (BL).
• The implementation of tools and data supporting the overall resource planning of the business (between resource needs and business needs).

As such the Head of PM will be a senior driver to develop a strong and integrated project management culture across Framatome Ltd in the UK. The Head of PM will work closely:

• With the Head of PMO and Heads of BL to identify and allocate PMs to the projects related to their respective portfolio and adapt the PM resources to the needs of the business.
• With the Head of PMO to develop the integrated Project Management practices within the company.
• With QHSE team to ensure the Project processes are documented, implemented and records are maintained according to our IMS and other Project Management requirements.
• With resource managers to identify future technical and supporting resourcing requirements to allow adequate time for competence development.

    Your responsibilities The Head of PM will directly:

• Manage the project management team and ensure adequate resources and training is provided to deliver our projects and mitigate the risks for the company.
• Provide input to HR team regarding Project resource needs based on their assessment of up-coming projects and contracts.
• Coordinate with Sales team to support winning proposals to our customers leveraging our strong Project Management culture.
• Organise the project review processes enabling the COO and Head of BL to assess the project performances (individually and at portfolio level).
• Develop and follow-up implementation of action plans in relation to project management processes, tools and systems.
• Provide the business with the assurance and governance that projects are managed according to the set standards for the business in relation to their complexity and risk for the business.
• Support the COO and BL management in making decisions related to the projects needs based on their current performance to ensure future objectives are realised
• Act as a point of escalation for customer queries on project related matters in support to Head of BL

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Required Attributes:  

• Experience in highly regulated industries. Experience of Nuclear industry is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing complex projects and/or programs and/or project portfolios from a delivery perspective (vast experience)
• Management of PM teams and experience of planning resources, workload management. (Vast experience)
• Strong knowledge and experience of implementing of project processes, systems, and tools and understanding of finance, budget, and project accounting. Project management Certification (PMQ, working toward PPQ or equivalent)
• Knowledge of relevant ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001,19443) and working knowledge of IMS systems
• Technical knowledge of some area of the business (engineering, manufacturing, supply of equipment, site management)
• Have very good understanding of finance, budget, and cost management
• A comprehensive understanding of the health, safety and environmental requirements of managing project (incl. CDM regulation)
• Experience and understanding of commercial and contract management (incl. NEC, FIDIC, ad hoc, etc.)
• Working experience with ERP (SAP preferrable)
• Autonomous

Desired Attributes:  

• Passionate in developing and mentoring people
• Understanding of the key attributes of nuclear safety culture
• Understanding of the client side of Project Management
• Member of an appropriate professional body or working towards (CIOB, APM, PMI etc.)
• General understanding of main codes and standards used in the nuclear industry and their respective areas (e.g. ASME, RCC, ISO 3834, ISO 1090, etc.)
• Understanding of performance management techniques (LEAN, Six Sigma)
• IOSH / NEBOSH safety certificate (highly desirable)
• CSCS Managers and Professionals Test
• Ability to oversight tenders and provides price estimates

Desired Personal Characteristics:  

• Confident manner, good presentation skills
• Determination - not easily discouraged or put off
• Passion, enthusiasm and charisma.
• Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before
• Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity
• Resilient – ready to bounce back from any challenges
• Assertive – gets things done when they need to be

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.   We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix. Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.  

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

   

Civil Engineer Selby £40,000 - £60,000 per annum

We are looking for a Civil Engineer to join our client site based in Selby. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Lead Civil Engineer providing support to them to ensure that project work is carried out safely and within budget whilst maintaining quality and standards.

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• The delivery of high-level engineering standards and compliances.
• Working closely with external contractors and consultants to ensure compliance is being met throughout the business.
• Contract management which will include negotiations and tendering for contracts.
• Appraisals and assessments for potential projects.
• Working closely with external stakeholders.
• Leading and managing a team when required.
• Managing and co-ordinating civil and structural projects.
• Collating, analysing, reporting and developing concepts from the technical information provided.
• Providing advice and guidance for example project delivery and risk profiles.

 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent.
• Experience in structural design and analysis.
• Knowledge of the execution requirements of complex projects.
• Experience and knowledge of new construction projects, existing structure appraisals back analysis of loads and framing arrangements.
• Experience of writing technical and development specifications, contracts, papers plus other project development documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in the use of 2D & 3D modelling & drawing tools (AutoCAD, NavisWorks etc)
• Experienced in the use of 2D & 3D analysis tools (e.g. REVIT, STAAD, TEDDS etc)
• Knowledge of managing contractors with the skills and ability to lead a team.
• Experience of managing multiple budgets for OPEX and CAPEX.
• Competent with IT systems such as Microsoft Office 365 programmes, document control systems, SharePoint etc.
• Knowledge and/or experience of design & interfaces in industrial process and/or chemical plants
• IOSH or equivalent.
• Permit systems knowledge.

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £40,000 - £60,000 per annum.
• Bonus
• Pension
• Health Insurance
• 25 days holiday.  

 

If you are interested in this position, then please contact Richard Hambry on [email protected] or call on 02392 919 668.