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Site Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s team is partnering with one of the UK leaders in waste management and specialist industrial services to recruit a Site Chemist to join its team in Great Yarmouth. The Site Chemist role comes with a salary of £25,000 -27,000 and would suit an experienced on-site chemist or a recent graduate looking to get into a hands-on role. If you’re a Site Chemist or a recent chemistry graduate and are looking to work for an organisation that puts people at the heart of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Site 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.
  • Testing, sorting, bulking of drum and packaged waste materials.
  • Maintaining a database and manual records for the Transfer Station as required.
  • Out of hours sampling, lab testing and packing waste at 3rd party customer sites as required.
  • Washing of empty contaminated containers and cutting up if necessary.
  • Shrink-wrapping, labelling, and preparing of loads for onward disposal including generating the relevant paperwork.
  • To be involved with the storage, transfer and treatment of NORM waste operations.
  • Safe and efficient loading and unloading of HGV’s on site as required including bulk tankers for loading and discharge.
  • Unloading / loading of vehicles if required.
  • Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
  • Provide technical advice on chemicals to departmental members and other divisions as required.
  • Liaising with customers and/or in-group and third-party disposal sites.
  • Assisting with general administrative duties associated with the running of the Transfer Station.
  • Other duties as required.
        Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • HNC/HND/Degree in Chemistry related subject
  • Full UK Driving license
  • An interest in the environmental/ waste management industry
  • Safety conscious with a view to improve safety culture/report any H&S issues
  • Ability to deal with customers in a professional manner
  • Due to the nature of the work, must be prepared to carry out lifting work both inside and outside in all weathers
    Salary and benefits of the Site Chemist role  
  • Basic Salary of £25,000 - £27,000
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Bonus Scheme (performance based)
  • Private Health Care and other benefits
 

 

Mechanical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Piping Design Group – Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (minimum 3 days in the office) Salary/range, per annum: (Depending on experience)
  • Minimum range: £55,000
  • Maximum range: £65000
The Opportunity  EPR-E is a joint venture between EDF and Framatome, an EPCC established in 2018 in charge of the design (basic design) and the realization (studies, procurement, erection, testing and commissioning) of nuclear islands for new projects in France and worldwide. In particular, EPR-E is responsible for the design and construction of the nuclear island for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project and prepare the design replication and engineering activities for the Sizewell C (SZC) Project. There are opportunities to support the growth and long-term capability of EPR Engineering by bringing talented mechanical engineers into our organization with a growth mindset and an enthusiasm for delivering one of the most significant infrastructure projects on the planet. Primarily, we all seeking to support our piping design capability with the immediate posting but are keen to invest in our employees with diverse growth opportunities throughout their careers. The role EPR-E UK Piping team is in charge of the detail design of 300km of piping network of the HPC Nuclear Island, up to the issue for fabrication and with additional support provided through to erection on site. Our goal is to safeguard our organisation’s technical capability with talented and growth-oriented individuals who are keen to develop their technical competency in the field of piping engineering for Hinkley Point C and future UK nuclear projects. Future opportunities for growth and skill development will exist across the wider piping and equipment department and beyond in the expanded EDF operational organization as the project progresses for those candidates with the right attitude and skill set. Successful candidates will start as engineers in one of our piping design teams, working with CAD designers and other team engineers on the timely production of piping design models and deliverables on the HPC Nuclear Island scope, ensuring the piping design is executed accurately, respecting system requirements, specifications and configuration changes. This will frequently involve collaborative work with execution design, procurement and equipment contracts along with other multi-disciplinary design teams to support design delivery in accordance with site construction schedules. Largely being in the post-handover phase of design delivery, our Piping Engineers are responsible for integration of design changes, final equipment design and outstanding open points into the delivered design models. They are expected to contribute to (and where required by seniority manage the team contribution to) the Open Point and UK Design Change management processes for their designated areas, ensuring that impacts to the design are properly categorized and logged prior to their resolution. The engineers are also expected to engage in continuous learning improvement and the identification and correction of non-conformances in the design. Senior engineers within the team will be expected to adopt positions of technical responsibility and coordinate the delivery of engineering teams as required. They are also expected to participate in the mentoring and training of junior team members, and collaboration with parallel disciplines, to maintain the piping design capability of the organisation. They are expected to act as an example of positive behaviours expected from all team members. Exact responsibilities will vary depending on technical scope and level of experience but are expected to include up to the following:  
  • Deliver the piping work packages for UK nuclear projects, ensure adherence to specifications, delivery/design processes and QA, including participation and chairing kick off meetings;
  • Drive maturity of design and closure of issues to agreed delivery schedule, and that the hand-over package fulfils the quality and maturity requirements given by the Project;
  • Report on work pack delivery while managing team-lead and client expectations
  • Mentor junior and new members of the team to ensure delivery quality and growth of team capability
  • Active engagement and pursuit of deliverable quality, process adherence and continuous improvement within the team
  • Adhere to Design Change and Open point management procedures in the execution of design changes and oversee the modelling of piping & support design in the 3D model;
  • Working with CAD designers in the preparation of CAD tasks and completion sign-off;
  • Undertake investigations for emergent design issues, referring to points of technical authority and actively engaging in other teams;
  • Aggressively pursue timely closure of design change contributions from the multi-disciplinary team, escalating issues where appropriate in pursuit of timely delivery of the work packs.
  • Adhere to the design specification and component catalogues
  • Propose technical solutions to issues that are found on the generic design concept;
  • Effectively communicate with the different stakeholders in the design delivery workflow (calculation team, layout, equipment)
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Mechanical Engineering degree or suitable diploma;
  • Understanding of process plant;
  • Demonstrable track-record of technical work delivery to quality and time;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Very good interpersonal skills;
  • Proactive and self-motivated in completion of tasks;
  • Ability to meet commitments and deadlines;
  • Able to follow project engineering procedures;
  • High level of technical coordination
Desirable Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles in process industries;
  • Prior experience in nuclear piping design delivery to RCC-M nuclear codes
  • Knowledge of EPR Engineering structure and technical management processes
  • Knowledge of Aveva PDMS/E3D or experience with similar plant design packages
Competitive Salary & Benefits    

Project Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
  Astute’s Nuclear team is working with one of the kay global players in engineering services across the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer to support with decommissioning works across a major defence project in Reading. The Project Engineer position comes with a salary of £45,000 - £75,000 dependant on experience and would suit someone looking to get in with one of the major defence sites in the UK. If you’re a Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that will develop its team and put its people at the forefront of what it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Manager you will:  
  • Confirm client specifications between the project team and engineering disciplines, liaising across multiple business lines for successful delivery.
  • Create technical and execution documentation and deliverables.
  • Working with the supply chain to establish requirements and manage the engagement to delivery.
  • Co-ordinate the design requirements of the project with the design team, for example; drawings, tools/equipment, materials, specific design requirements for project lifecycle.
  • Work on forecasts for resource and labour requirements across the project, keeping records of all works taking place.
  • Liaise with Project Controls on the design schedule, risks and report as required.
  • Ensure the projects are supported technically and controlled according to the best practices, meet customer requirements, and minimise risks for the business.
  • Support the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors and internal operations teams.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements as well as the Project Safety Plan at all times.
  • Ensure construction work is managed in line with safe working methods.
    Professional qualifications & Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Degree qualified or equivalent in a relevant engineering degree, ideally with a bias towards mechanical engineering.  
  • Experience in the nuclear sector or any other heavy, or highly regulated industries will be highly advantageous.
  • Good Understanding of health and safety legislation in particular Construction regulations would be beneficial.
  • Successful candidates must be able to obtain the relevant security clearance levels.
    Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  
  • A salary of £45,000 - £75,000 per annum depending on experience.
  • Hybrid working model with 3-4 days on-site as required.
  • Competitive benefits package
 

Research and Development Scientist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Research and Development Process Scientist
  • Lane End, UK
  • Full-time
  • Contract Type: Standard
Company Description

Veolia Water Technologies, the world leader in water treatment. Veolia Water Technologies provide complete solutions for water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and by-product recovery, our differentiating water treatment processes enable us to offer solutions suited to every application. We are experts in water.

Job Description

This role will be working within the R&D process team on new developments in water purification technologies and products on the laboratory scale. These will be associated with a wide range of process technologies and new product projects.

The work will primarily involve designing, building and operating laboratory-scale test rigs featuring new technologies, prototypes and finished products. This requires associated chemical/microbiological analytical test work and reporting on results, as part of the Research and Development team. Calibration of instruments and auditing/maintaining records are also important tasks. Analytical skills in chemistry, microbiology and chemical engineering will be utilised.

Please Note - applicants who are asked for interview will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and practical skills via a series of aptitude tasks. The outcomes of these will have a major bearing on our choice of successful candidate.

1. Operation of test equipment associated with new products and processes

To ensure pilot rig and finished product testwork and associated tasks are carried out satisfactorily and completed to meet the technical objectives set within the agreed time scales. 

Involvement in the process design and testing of new products
  • Collaborating in setting design/objectives of testwork, plus definition of time-scales

  • Safe, logical/careful & thoughtful completion of practical work, data logging/processing.

  • Accurate recording of experimental results, report writing and outcome presentation.

  • Organising and monitoring test programmes for new products/technologies.

  • Time management, record keeping and communication.

  • Test reports are completed and written up promptly, in line with departmental KPIs.

2. Project Support

Acquire a detailed familiarity with the technologies used in water purification and with the ELGA LabWater range of products.  Provide support to other team members, using scientific skills and calibration / quality assurance auditing capabilities.

3. Analysis Support

To participate in ensuring that an efficient analytical service is provided by the department. This will require:

  • Maintaining a good working knowledge of the appropriate techniques.

  • Ensuring relevant Work Instructions are kept updated and work is carried out to them.

  • Ensuring equipment is in full working order and calibrated, the laboratory is kept clean, tidy and safe, in accordance with regulatory standards.

4. Laboratory Visibility

The laboratory is maintained such that it provides visitors with a positive reinforcement of our commitment to high quality R&D. A professional approach and GLP-compatible behaviour is a mandatory part of this role.

5. Other features of the job that require emphasis;

 A high degree of flexibility to enable us to react to changing priorities.

  • Working in the R&D Department, information security and confidentiality are essential.

  • A willingness to embrace the precepts of chemistry, microbiology and chemical engineering in order to integrate well in our multidisciplinary team.

  • A high level of work independence is required. After an initial period of training on water purification technologies and laboratory procedures, the candidate will be expected to take ownership of some projects and related testwork.

Qualifications

Must haves….

 

  • A degree or equivalent in chemical engineering, chemistry or other STEM subject.

  • Experience of working in a laboratory environment with a team of scientists/engineers.

  • Practical knowledge of lab techniques, analytical chemistry and/or microbiology.

  • Strength in mathematics, with the ability to manipulate & analyse sets of numerical data is essential.

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal & written, with the confidence to document and present, clearly & concisely, test results, conclusions and project outcomes.

  • A natural problem solver, using your own initiative to find solutions, as part of a team.

  • Willingness and the ability to explore new ideas and grow own knowledge base.

  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

  • Good practical skills and a hands on approach is essential.

  • An ability to work independently, after instruction, to achieve set goals and timescales.

  • Sound knowledge of Google and Microsoft Applications.

  • Having a practical hobby which can be illustrated at interview will be a major advantage.

Additional Information

A training and development plan will be designed for you as we want you to grow and develop within Veolia; this may include external run training as required for the role.

Veolia offers the following benefits to name a few;

  • Competitive salary

  • 25 days holiday plus 8 public holidays

  • Life Assurance

  • Pension Scheme

Along with Private Medical Insurance, Group Income Protection, Dental Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Travel Insurance, Health Screening, Shopping discounts and much more.


Transfer Station Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Transfer Station Chemist

Waste Management

Middlesbrough

£22,000 - £25,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Transfer Station Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Transfer Station 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.

 

The Job

Reporting to the 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.
  • Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
  • Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
  • Providing services to customers to enable wastes to be assessed, priced and collected
  • Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
  • Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
  • Assist with the daily/weekly plan for the operational areas and laboratory, adapt to the unplanned and unexpected to deliver targets, KPI’s and other requirements.
  • Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
  • Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
  • Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.

 

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.

 

Some knowledge of hazardous waste or industrial chemistry would be beneficial as well as previous experience working in a site-based role or in an industrial hands-on environment.

 

This role would suit someone looking to further their career within the chemical sector and an interest in moving into the waste management industry. A NEBOSH certificate or IOSH H&S qualification would also be beneficial. 

 

What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary of £22,000 - £25,000 DOE
  • 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]

HSEQ Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Company description

 

Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,500 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

Assystem's Project Management & Consulting (PM&C) Business provides the delivery of sustainable performance improvements within the following practice areas: Consents & Engagement; Commercial Management; Project Management; Environmental Services; Planning & Project Controls; Risk Management and Business Intelligence across the nuclear and transportation sectors.

Job description

 

The HSEQ Advisor is responsible for ensuring that Company Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001), policies and processes are implemented and personnel are adhering to the requirements of the IMS across the organisation.  This is an operational role and will involve partnering with our Business Units to respond to Client HSEQ contractual requirements, completing safety walkdowns and undertaking surveillance of our activities and supply chain. 

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out project specific HSEQ audits as directed by the HSEQ Director and IMS Lead and as required by the Business Units and customer requirements.
  • Promote a strong HSEQ culture across the business.
  • Support the Business Unit during Client audits of project activities.
  • Support the Business Units with resolving any non-conformances relating to EHSQ.
  • Delivering support and coaching on the use of the management systems.
  • Work with the Business Units to maintain and develop processes.
  • Deliver regular comms around areas relevant to our activities.
  • Support any HSE incidents and/or investigations.
  • Monthly reporting – tracking and reporting HSEQ metrics relevant to the Business Units.
  • Support with the management and capture of Lessons Learnt.
  • Support with bids, responding to HSEQ specific questions.
  • Day to day liaison with project teams on all quality, environmental and health and safety related matters.
  • Support with external audits of the IMS as required (ISO, Achilles, RISQS).
  • Support wider HSEQ team activities as required.
Qualifications

 

Essential:

  • Minimum 2 years experience in a HSEQ role.
  • At least one of ISO 45001, ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 Internal Auditor qualifications.
  • Tech IOSH.
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Must be able to obtain the appropriate level of security clearance.
  • Willingness to travel to sites across the UK.

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of working in any of the following sectors: Nuclear, Transport Infrastructure, Rail, Construction or Energy services.
  • Practitioner of IEMA or working towards.
  • ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Internal Auditor qualifications.
Additional information

 

**Security clearance**

Whilst we encourage applications from all nationalities, Assystem within the UK are subject to security and export control restrictions due to the nature of work to be undertaken.

These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.


Site Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Site Manager
  • Submit Candidate
  • When submitting candidates for this role please make sure they have been fully briefed on the details on the company, the role, the company benefits and you have obtained their right of representation for this role. Any CV's that are sent directly to recruiting managers and not submitted following the correct process will be considered as a gift.

     

    Maximum Salary (£) depending on experience.

    55000

     

    (Please do not advertise the salary for any of our roles)

     

     

    Site Manager

     

    Home-based with frequent Site visits when required

     

    1 Year Fixed term contract, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours

     

    25 days annual leave (plus UK bank holidays), Company vehicle/car allowance

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    Are you a Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and rapidly growing global company, who can offer you structured progression opportunities and flexible benefits? Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet?

     

    If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well respected water technologies company, where you will be responsible for the effective and efficient site management of your assigned project to programme, budget and quality objectives whilst maintaining a ‘zero LTA’ safety record. You will deliver the project site programme to plan and specification whilst maintaining customer satisfaction at all times. At Veolia Water Technologies UK (VWT UK), we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

     

    Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

    • Preparation and implementation of project programmes.

    • Managing subcontractors on site.

    • Prepare working programmes and ensure a detailed, practical commissioning programme is available.

    • Monitor and report on the performance of project team, partners, subcontractor, suppliers, client, consultants against programmes.

    • Ensure risk assessments/method statements are reviewed prior to commencement of any site work.

    • Identify areas of responsibility in matters of contract interface.

    • Interact proactively with other departments and members of the project team within the site team, with head office, with regulatory authorities and the public, between client, partners, Principal Contractor and sub-contractors.

    • Ensure the appropriate levels of resources are engaged at site and develop a balanced and cohesive team.

    • Establish priorities and resolve conflict within the site team.

    • Induct all staff and subcontractors on site as required.

    • Manage site costs including assisting Project Manager/QS in preparing monthly CVR and forecasts.

    • Issue notice to subcontractor to commence work and receive check supply only goods and complete GRN’s.

    • Ensure that Record Vouchers/Technical Query sheets are prepared, signed and forwarded to the QS.

    • Ensure site is properly established and maintained, ensuring safe working at all times on site.

    • Issue permits to work by authorised persons.

    • Nomination, in writing, of appointed/responsible persons to comply with identified hazards and H&S legislation.

    • Provide adequate welfare and first aid facilities.

    • Conduct regular audits with clients and subcontractors to review and discuss H&S matters.

    • Ensure project is executed in accordance with the Quality, Environmental and H&S plan.

    • Implement project specific Quality, Environmental and H&S plans. Regularly review and update the project plans.

    • Ensure close out of site in accordance with the Company Procedures.

     

    General requirements for the role:

    • IOSH qualification or relevant H&S qualification is essential

    • SMSTS Qualified

    • First Aid (3 day at Work) Qualified

    • Experience of site management in a relevant industry is essential

     

    Additionally, having the following is a bonus!

    • Knowledge in Google Suite 

     

    What’s next?

    If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

     

    Our promise to you

    We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you receive a company vehicle or the equivalent car allowance. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave, our market leading pension and share scheme and a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses - as we’d like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

     

    Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come!


Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

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]


Service Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer Oxfordshire £33,000 + Company Van + Overtime     About the role: Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water tech and technology services. They are recruiting for a Service Technician who ideally has experience working within the Water industry or from a hands-on operations and maintenance role. The strategically important Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £33,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime and commission available. If you’re an experienced Service Engineer with previous working knowledge of the water industry and are looking to work for an organization that is a versatile player in the water industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Field Service Manager you will:
  • The maintenance, service and repair of various specialist water treatment equipment including standard base exchange, filtration, deionisation, reverse osmosis, and laboratory water treatment products.
  • Installation, removal, and commissioning of the equipment on-site.
  • Understand the water treatment process, product, and technical issues with an ability to fault find using first line investigation techniques.
  • Contribute to financial sales targets by recommending and quoting the necessary added value spares, refurbishments, and consumable items to maintain the customer's equipment in optimum operating condition.
  • Performing out of hours and breakdown cover when required.
  • Assisting clients with technical faults.
  • Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
  • Offering after sales technical support.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification
  • Full UK Driving license
  • Industrial maintenance experience ideally within the water industry
    Personal skills: The Senior Authorised Person role would suit someone who has:
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn
    Salary and benefits of the role:
  • Up to £33,000
  • Company van & fuel card
  • Overtime
  • Laptop, mobile, PPE
  • 5% commission on all successful parts quotes
    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 02392 288 217 to speak to Sam McSheaffrey who can tell you more.   INDNUC

Service Support Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water treatment and technology services across the UK to recruit an experienced Technical Support Engineer, to play a crucial role in providing technical support to the engineering and commercial teams. The Technical Support Engineer will be responsible for delivering high-quality support related to products, applications, and markets. If you’re a Technical Support Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is an industry leader within the UK water industry, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Working as the Technical Support Engineer, you will:
  • Provide technical assistance of technology and support products, managing requests from both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining documentation for service delivery activities, including work instructions and service delivery plans.
  • Produce and distribute technical bulletins, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are informed, and records are maintained.
  • Collaborate on the development and implementation of new service methods, digital tools, and innovative learning approaches using cutting-edge technology.
  • Support and coordinate the preparation of all necessary documentation and materials required for service delivery, including service acceptance criteria, delivery plans, drawings, and manuals.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in water technologies, particularly in areas such as:
  • Water Chemistry
  • Ion Exchange
  • Reverse Osmosis
  • Electro-Deionisation
Personal skills The Technical Support Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Excellent communication skills with experience in client-facing roles.
  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in documentation.
Salary and benefits of the Technical Support Engineer role
  • Basic Salary up to £50,000
  • Company vehicle
  • Fuel card
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.