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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading biomass company to recruit a Electrical Site Engineer for their biomass site in Stowmarket.  The Project Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £43,000 + benefits. If you’re an apprentice trained Electrical Engineer with experience onheavy industrial plant then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties    As the Electrical Site Engineer you will:   •    Carry out electrical repairs as needed. •    Perform planned maintenance, testing, and record-keeping, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices. •    Inspect and maintain electrical systems routinely, monitoring and adjusting equipment as necessary for optimal performance. •    Respond to callouts during emergencies, including heating outages or loss of services, and monitor systems remotely during on-call periods. •    Document inspections, repairs, and maintenance with detailed records, including photographs. •    Support the management of contractors on-site, including handling work permits for maintenance or upgrades. •    Manage biomass fuel supply by receiving deliveries, testing fuel, and using equipment like a telehandler to handle fuel systems. •    Promote and ensure high standards of health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) on-site, encouraging compliance with legislation and policies. •    Report serious issues or HSEQ concerns to the site manager. •    Keep accurate records of fuel supply, maintenance, testing, incidents, risk assessments, and audits using online systems. •    Maintain good communication and relationships with on-site teams while upholding cleanliness, housekeeping, and tool management standards. •    Ensure a strong SHE performance through compliance with policy, legislation and application of industry best practice.     Professional qualifications    We are looking for someone with the following:    •    Time-served apprentice in a electrical 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 Electrical Site Engineer role would suit someone who has: •    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 Electrical Site Engineer role    •    Starting salary of up to £43,000  •    Benefits package  •    Opportunity to work for a leading biomass company  INDPOW

Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  

• Driving around 100 miles per day.
• Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
• Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
• Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
• Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
• Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
• Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.

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

• Mechanically strong.
• 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
• Background in maintenance.
• Road experience required.
• Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
• Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
• Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.

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

• Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
• A UK driving licence
• Good customer service skills

    Salary and benefits of the Fabrication Service Engineer role

• Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
• Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
• Mobile and van supplied.
• 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
• Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
• Full training provided.

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Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a leading District Heating company to recruit a Commercial Gas Engineer working across their sites in London and South.  The Commercial Gas Engineer role comes with salary of up to £45,000 + private medical insurance + company van + benefits. If you’re a Commercial Gas Engineer with at least 3 years’ experience and looking to join a company with amazing progression opportunities then submit your CV to apply today.      Responsibilities and duties of the Commercial Gas Engineer role Reporting to the Lead Commercial Engineer you will: •    Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on commercial plant systems (gas boilers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, etc.) •    Diagnose and repair faults in commercial gas boilers from various manufacturers. •    Respond to reactive call-outs, investigate system failures, and reinstate services on site. •    Participate in an on-call rota, ensuring critical support outside of core hours (1 week in 4). •    Safely isolate systems mechanically and electrically before commencing repairs. •    Keep detailed and accurate maintenance records through a digital work order system. •    Support root cause analysis for recurring faults to improve system resilience. •    Manage small-scale remedial works and help define project scopes with the engineering team. •    Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and site-based stakeholders. •    Contribute to a culture of innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: •    3 years' experience as a Commercial Gas Engineer or in a similar role. •    Commercial gas certifications (e.g., TPCP1, BMP1) required. •    NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Engineering or related qualification (preferred). •    Full UK driving licence (minimum 12 months validity). •    Comfortable reading technical drawings (e.g., P&IDs, schematics); basic electrical knowledge is a plus. •    Can work an on-call rota (approx.. 1 in 7 weeks) Personal skills The Commercial Gas Engineer role would suit someone who is: •    Self Motivated, you taking ownership of work and deliver high standards •    Organised, you can manage your time effectively  •    Personable, you are a strong communicator and engage with clients clearly  Salary and benefits of the Commercial Gas Engineer role •    Starting salary of up to £35,000 - £45,000 •    Benefits package including company van + medical insurance  •    Opportunity to work for a leading district heating company   INDPOW  

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior EC&I Engineer to join their design team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in the EC&I discipline at a senior level and the ability to hold security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£55 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis. If you’re a Senior EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior EC&I Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:

• Checking and approval of engineering documents and drawings.
• Liaising with clients and managers of other engineering disciplines to develop cost effective technical solutions.
• Communicate best practice across the UK EC&I design delivery team.
• Responsible for managing the quality and progress of EC&I engineering work carried out within a project.
• Development of designed to technical and client specification / satisfaction.
• Actively contribute to design and safety reviews (HAZOP and risk assessment.)
• Ensure quality of work throughout the design phase.
• Comply with safety and stator regulations (CDM and CE, etc.)

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree in an engineering discipline.
• Full Membership of a relevant institution (e.g. IMC).
• Experience in a senior role in the management and delivery of nuclear environment projects, or other equivalent highly regulated industry.
• Experience of leading teams within a project environment and the management of medium sized design teams in the delivery of scheme and detail design packages.
• Expert understanding of EC&I principles such as safety systems, circuit protection, communication technologies or instrumentation.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering design solutions. Concept through to commissioning experience (full lifecycle).

    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior EC&I Engineer role  

• £50 - £55 an hour
• 12-month contract

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Astute's Power Team are recruiting a QHSE Lead to join the operations department of a modern Biomass Power Station in Yorkshire. The QHSE Lead will be primarily responsible for all QHSE matters on site including training, investigations, audits and reporting. If you’re a QHSE professional and are looking to join a modern Biomass Power Station then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the QHSE Lead role Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Manage the environmental monitoring programme
• Ensure compliance with all permits, legislative & statutory requirements
• Develop and maintain a QHSE strategy monitor and report on activities, training and procedures on site, ensuring compliance across the group and sharing best practises with other sites.
• Communicate with third party stakeholders including the environment agency and local authorities
• Oversee all emergency plans, statutory inspections (PSSR, WSoE, LOLER, PUWER and COSHH etc) and ensure procedures are appropriately communicated and trained.
• Provide technical support on environmental legislation to the facility manager
• Liaise with the Operations Team to ensure the monitoring system is accurately recording data inline with allowed parameters.
• Take part in internal and external audits.
• Manage the SHEQ budget and provide input to financial reporting.
• Carry out sampling & testing to ensure compliance with quality & environmental obligations.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally qualified with a NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health (or equivalent)
• Membership of IOSH

Personal skills The QHSE Lead role would suit someone who has:

• A background in Health and Safety gained in a heavy process or engineering environment. This can include Power Generation, Refineries, Manufacturing, FMCG, Food, Petrochemical etc
• Exposure to QHSE Systems and standards such as ISO14956, EN14181, OMA Audits, Environmental Permits (stack emissions, discharges)
• At least three years experience in a Health & Safety position
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive and flexible approach with strong problem-solving skills
• A full, valid UK driving licence

Salary and benefits of the QHSE Lead role

• Competitive Salary
• Benefits Package

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Astute's renewable team is collaborating with one of the world's largest wind industry manufacturers. We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of wind turbine sites. This exciting opportunity involves travel across UK and Ireland and offers considerable potential for career growth.    The Site Manager role comes with a salary of up to £60,000 plus bonus scheme and a flexible pension scheme.    If you’re an experienced Site Manager within the wind industry and are looking to work for an organisation that offers great career progression and benefits, then upload your CV to apply today.    Responsibilities and duties  As the Site Manager you will: 

• Manage the safety and environmental aspects at the wind farm site.
• Work closely with the Project Manager with site planning, arrangement and execution. 
• Ensure the wind farm site delivery is completed from arrival at the site through to commissioning of the turbines. 
• Carry out site inductions and ensure all team members are briefed in daily toolbox talks. 
• Keep all contractual terms for construction programmes up to date. 
• Supervise and control civil and electrical BOP works in preparation of turbine delivery. 
• Build strong relationships with the customer, other partners and stakeholders at the wind farm site. 
• Complete project handover, safely and on time within the project parameters. 

Professional qualifications  We are looking for someone with the following: 

• Preferable HND/Degree in Engineering Discipline (Mechanical/Electrical or Civil Engineering) 
• CSCS Site manager accreditation and/or Irish FAS Safe-pass. 
• Understanding of CDM Coordinator or PSCS role 
• Construction skills SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent. 
• Working and Rescue from Height – from a renewables UK approved provider would be an advantage. 

Personal skills  The Site Manager would suit someone who is:

• Self-Reliant in a fast-paced environment 
• Determined and creative with a good sense of humour to work through the changing business market. 
• Able to demonstrate a practical and technical approach to operations. 

Salary and benefits of the Site Manager role 

• Salary up to £60,000 plus Bonus Scheme. 
• 33 days (Bank Holidays normal working days) 
• 4-week work rotation (3 weeks on, 1 week off) 
• Flexible pension scheme. 
• Site vehicle access. 

Solar PV Design Engineer - Renewables Corby, Northamptonshire £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits Full Time – Permanent     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Solar PV Design Engineer for its Corby site. The exciting Solar PV Design Engineer role comes with a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits. If you’re a Solar PV Design Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Solar Business Manager/ Technical Manager you will:

• Be responsible for the design of high-quality electrical designs for solar PV systems, from feasibility to handover.
• Be responsible for submitting DNO applications, queries regarding the design, and provide compliant design solutions.
• Work in a team of technical designers, project managers and sales consultants to propose cost-effective and detailed technical designs which meet client specification.
• Lead design meetings to establish brief, budgets and project requirements and collaborating with the electrical site supervisor and project manager.
• Provide support to any queries regarding solar PV’s that arise internally.
• Guide junior engineers.
• Keep up to date with relevant technologies to advise the company on technology choices.
• Support design of mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring a safe and useful workplace.

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

• Electrical qualification.
• 3+ years’ experience working on Solar PV projects on commercial or industrial levels.
• Proven experience using CAD software to produce technical designs.
• Experience working with solar PV batteries and parts lists beneficial. 
• Relevant experience in DNO applications. 

    Personal skills: The Solar PV Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• A self-starter.
• Eager to improve knowledge and skills and keep up with latest technologies.
• Able to work effectively in a team.

    Salary and benefits of the Solar PV Design Engineer role:

• £35,000 - £45,000
• Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Years
• Discretionary bonus
• Pension contribution
• Onsite gym in Horley
• Life assurance insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Long service awards
• Employee events
• Market leader in renewable energy: one of the UK's most experienced consultants, designers, suppliers, installers, and maintainers of renewable energy systems. 

    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 02393 910118 to speak to Kelsey Nineham who can tell you more.   INDREN  

Quantity Surveyor Work location:  Hinkley Point C – Bridgwater, Somerset Hours: Full time on site /possibility to work 1 day a week from home Reporting to: Framatome – Site Contract & Commercial Manager Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure progress report of installation & commissioning activities on the field:
• Ensure daily visits and report of progress of Framatome team installation and commissioning activities on-site, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and
• Manage contractual disputes related to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization
• Variation Management:
• Assess the impact of waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization on project timelines and budgets.
• Prepare and submit variation orders to the customer for approval and negotiation.
• Track and document approved variations, ensuring accurate measurement, valuation, and invoicing.
• Commercial Management:
• Engage in commercial negotiations with the customer to reach fair and equitable agreements regarding events leading to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization.
• Prepare detailed cost impact analysis and reports for customer review and approval.
• Maintain effective communication channels with the customer to address commercial
• concerns and resolve disputes.
• Documentation and Reporting : o Maintain accurate records of events leading to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization, including supporting documentation and correspondence. o Prepare regular progress reports, cost reports, and financial statements for internal and external stakeholders. o Provide timely and accurate updates on cost variations, commercial negotiations, and project financial status.

Key Skills and experiences:

•  Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, with a focus on site activities and commercial management.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial mechanisms
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in performing clear writing reports
• Effective negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Sound understanding of construction methodologies and processes.
• Computer skills Microsoft

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
•  

Background:

• Nuclear, Engineering/Construction

Additional information

• On site at Hinkley Point C - Bridgwater
• Working hours – full time

 

Site Scaffolding Coordinator Start – ASAP Skelton Grange £40,000 - £50,000     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Site Scaffolding Coordinator to join a Prestigious EPC in the UK and Overseas Energy Sector.     Roles & Responsibilities As the Site Scaffolding Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to HSEQ
• Incorporate relevant HSEQ requirements into area of responsibility
• Review and ensure work is carried out in accordance with RAMS
• Ensure safety and HSE performance of personnel under control
• Ensure works executed in accordance with contract and project requirements
• Act as principal contact for coordination of scaffolding equipment
• Chair coordination meetings between contractors
• Ensure scaffolding operations planned and executed by competent persons
• Ensure scaffolding equipment positioned and installed to minimize risks
• Design and pre-plan scaffolds
• Oversee erection of scaffolds
• Inspect and document condition of scaffolds for safe occupation
• Train competent persons, scaffold erectors, and users
• Deliver Lessons Learned and feedback for future projects
• Keep Site Manager informed of site-related activities.

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

• CISRS Advanced scaffolding inspection
• 1 Day temporary works accredited training course
• Prior experience in a similar role on large construction projects
• Knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements
• SSSTS or equivalent
• Valid Safety Contractors Certificate (SCC), Safepass (ROI), CSCS or CCNSG card or equivalent
• Negotiation skills
• Proficient in English, with knowledge of other languages being an advantage.

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

• £40,000 - £50,000 salary
• Additional benefits

    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 074 8888 9339 to speak to Wynand / Vinnie who can tell you more.     INDEED REFERENCE