Astute People Ltd

BMS Project Engineer The Shard, London £46k - £53k + Bonus, Healthcare, Medical insurance     Introduction Astute are proud to be partnering the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. Looking after a large, diverse, blue-chip customer base, from banks and retailers, to hospitals, schools and government offices. With over has over 77,000 people, 100+ office locations, and thousands of customers across the country, there's no limit to what you can achieve if you work for us.                     Roles & Responsibilities As BMS Project Engineer,  you will be responsible for:  

• Provide an exceptional level of professionalism in delivering site solutions from the initial mobilisation stage through to final commissioning and demonstration.
• Have the opportunity to design and configure controller strategies / schematics for the core range of BMS solutions including Trend, Tridium and Distech.
• Use initiative to proactively adopt project tasks and coordinate delivery alongside the project managers, project coordinators, engineers, sub-contractors.
• Carryout surveys, proposals and quoting of new project works.

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

• Ideally you will have knowledge and experience equal to the Trend Expert competency level and have the ability to confidently modify energy biased software and professional schematics.
• Have a strong knowledge of the Trend SET software tool
• Be able to integrate solutions / systems through a number of different protocols including Modbus, MBus, BACnet.
• Demonstrate a good knowledge of IT networks and IP Configuration

      Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £46k - £53k basic
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare

    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

Air Traffic Control Instructor (DCASO instructor)

Defence – Aviation  

Shrewsbury

Competitive salary & Benefits

 

Introduction

We are currently working with a larger defence company who ae looking for an experienced Air Traffic Control instructor to work out of their training college based in Shrewsbury. As a DCASO instructor, you will be responsible for delivering training to future Air Operations (Control) personal.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the DCASO Instructor, you will be responsible for:

 

• Training ab-initio Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and Foreign & Commonwealth military trainees for Terminal ATC duties using the classroom and simulator facilities provided.
• Providing refresher training for controllers who have been away from the Terminal environment for an extended period.
• Providing training and assessment of performances in the classroom and simulator.
• Producing written reports with associated grading’s and narratives to reflect the trainees’ performances.
• Providing training to the standard required by the Officer Commanding Air Traffic Control Training Squadron.
• Acting in accordance with the RAF Shawbury Supervisory Care Directive

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Hold previous military Terminal controlling experience
• Qualified in accordance with JSP 822.
• Have completed or be willing to complete the defence Train The Trainer Course.
• Have completed the defence Instructional Techniques Course.
• Experience of providing Terminal Air Traffic Services in UK airspace under the Military Aviation Authority 3000 Series Regulations.
• Recent trainer experience in an ATC training environment that is deemed acceptable to the customer. -Beneficial
• Be eligible to obtain a SC security clearance.

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

• Earn a competitive market related salary.
• Enjoy additional company benefits like pension plans
• Have access to personal development & training programmes

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393910041 and ask to speak to Matthew Brindley who can tell you more.

Astute’s Power Team is with a leading Biomass company to recruit a Mechanical Site Engineer for its site in Stowmarket. The Mechanical Site Engineer role comes with salary of up to £43,000 + benefits If you’re a Mechanical Engineer and are looking for work then submit your CV to apply today.      Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Site Engineer role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will: •    Perform mechanical repairs and planned maintenance on site equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. •    Inspect and maintain mechanical systems, adjusting and optimizing performance as needed. •    Respond to emergency callouts, including heating failures or service disruptions, and monitor systems remotely when on-call. •    Document all maintenance, repairs, and inspections with detailed records, including photos. •    Support contractor management by overseeing on-site work and handling permits for maintenance or upgrades. •    Manage biomass fuel supply, including receiving deliveries, testing fuel quality, and operating equipment such as telehandlers. •    Promote and uphold high standards of health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ), ensuring compliance with policies and legislation. •    Report serious issues or HSEQ concerns to the site manager promptly. •    Maintain accurate records of fuel supply, maintenance activities, incidents, risk assessments, and audits using online systems. •    Foster good communication with on-site teams while ensuring cleanliness, housekeeping, and proper tool management. •    Drive strong SHE performance through consistent adherence to industry best practices and company policies. Professional qualifications •    We are looking for someone with the following: •    Time-served apprentice in a mechanical engineering discipline is essential   •    Experience on biomass sites or other similar heavy industrial sites (petrochemical / refineries / CHP plant) is essential   •    An IOSH or similar safety certificate is preferred Personal skills The Mechanical Site Engineer role would suit someone who is: •    A sharp eye for detail and a careful approach to getting things right.  •    Great problem-solving skills, thinking quickly to overcome challenges.  •    Flexibility to work shift rota (days only, weekends required) Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Site Engineer role •    Starting salary of up to £43,000  •    Benefits package  •    Opportunity to work for a leading biomass company  

  Astute People is exclusively partnering with one of the leaders in Hazardous Waste Management to recruit a Maintenance Engineer to join their established team at their waste processing and landfill sites in Peterborough. The strategically important Maintenance Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000 for a Sunday- Thursday working week and is based full time across the two facilities. If you have previous experience working within a heavy process or waste management environment and are looking to join one of the leading businesses in the sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Engineer role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on plant equipment, including AGMs, powder storage silos, and material transfer screws.
• Minimise plant downtime by scheduling repairs and routine maintenance to maximise efficiency and throughput.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and promote a strong safety culture.
• Conduct regular checks on testing equipment (e.g., pressure and level switches, pressure vessels) in line with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report incidents via the internal system.
• Oversee external contractors, ensuring compliance with work procedures, permits, and RAMS documentation.
• Manage stock levels and source critical spare parts for mobile and fixed plant, as well as generators.
• Implement and maintain a recorded maintenance regime for fixed plant assets.
• Lead and contribute to site projects, such as contractor selection and efficiency improvements.
• Support site-wide maintenance, including leachate pumps, material transfer screws, and general repairs.
• Continuously develop professional skills and maintain competence in the role.
• Carry out any additional duties as required across two facilities in the Peterborough area.

This role is a 50-hour working week Sunday- Thursday. Please only apply if this is suitable.   Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical, electrical or a relevant engineering qualification is essential.
• Experience in maintaining site processing equipment, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
• A welding qualification or experience would be advantageous.
• Instrumentation experience is desirable

Personal skills   The Maintenance Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• Strong communication skills to liaise with operational teams and ensure plant efficiency.
• Commitment to a safe and compliant working environment.
• Strong document management skills.

Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Engineer role  

• Basic salary £50,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience and qualifications
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

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.

 

Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a leading power Company to recruit Shift Team Leader for their Biomass Power Station in Chester.    The Shift Team Leader role comes with a salary of up to £58,900 + benefits including private medical insurance.    If you’re an experienced Team Leader with DCS experience, or an experienced power station operator looking for progression then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties of the Shift Team Leader role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:  

• Supervise and manage shift team operations, including staffing structure, daily task assignment, and performance oversight.
• Train, coach, and develop shift personnel, ensuring continuous improvement and competency in operational roles.
• Act as emergency controller during plant incidents, coordinating emergency response and safety procedures.
• Issue and control permits to work, including High Voltage (HV), and ensure adherence to safe systems of work (SSOW).
• Monitor plant processes and control room operations, responding to alarms and deviations to maintain operational stability.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, adjusting processes and analysing environmental parameters as per license requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to site rules and effective incident reporting.
• Use CMMS to manage maintenance activities, including raising and tracking work orders for fault resolution.

 

• Produce and analyse shift reports, documenting operational activities and supporting continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and communicate with internal departments and emergency services, ensuring smooth operations and safety readiness.
• Manage human resource issues within the team, including shift cover, conflict resolution, and employee development.
• Review, update, and develop operational and safety procedures, in collaboration with the line manager to ensure continuous compliance and improvement.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• HNC / ONC level qualification in an engineering discipline or other relevant subject
• At least 5 years of experience working in an operations environment, working with DCS, ideally within the power sector
• Experience with the Safety Rules, ideally as an Authorised Person or Senior Authorised Person would be highly desirable
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification highly desirable

  Personal skills The Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who has:  

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work in high paced environment  
• Proactive attitude towards health, safety & environmental  

  Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role

• Starting salary of £58,900
• Benefits package including private medical insurance
• Opportunity to work for a leading power company  

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