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Lead Mechanical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Piping Design Group – Lead Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (minimum 3 days in the office) Salary/range, per annum: (Depending on experience)
  • Minimum range: £67 k
  • Maximum range: £77k
Employment type: Permanent/Full Time  Starting date: ASAP 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 apply and develop their technical competency in the field of piping engineering. We are seeking experienced engineers to lead team delivery and maintain key technical competency positions in our piping teams for the medium to long term. Future career path opportunities are available across the wider piping and equipment department, and beyond in the expanded EDF operational organization. Successful candidates will join our piping design team, working with and leading a team of engineers and CAD designers 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 remaining design changes, and final equipment designs into the delivered 3D models. They are expected to contribute to and oversee 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 are expected to participate in the long-term support of the teams capability by participating in the training of junior team members in day-to-day activities and the mentoring of certain individuals for key positions. They are expected to act as an example of positive behaviours expected from all team members. Exact responsibilities will vary depending on technical scope but are expected to include up to the following:  
  • Lead team delivery of the piping work packages for UK nuclear projects, ensure adherence to specifications, delivery/design processes and QA, including 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;
  • Drive delivery in support of the project schedule and budget
  • Plan, coordinate and report on team delivery to area managers and scheduling teams while managing client expectations and participating in contractual change processes as required.
  • Mentor and manage junior members of the team to ensure delivery quality and growth of team competency.
  • Act as a champion of deliverable quality and process adherence and continuous improvement within the team
  • Oversee the coordination of active design changes in accordance with project processes and the modelling of piping & support design in the 3D model;
  • Lead troubleshooting investigations for emergent design issues in accordance with project processes, acting as a point of technical authority within the team for issues relevant to scope;
  • Ensure adherence of the design to specification and component catalogues and the overall consistency of the piping and support design (distance between runs, position of welds and openings, etc.);
  • Propose technical solutions to issues that are found on the generic design concept;
  • Ensure communication between different stakeholders in the design workflow is upheld (calculation team, layout, equipment)
  • Drive efficiency and challenge established processes and ways of working to optimise delivery and promote design stability
  • Support the business with the maintenance and development of in-house technical competency
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Mechanical Engineering degree or suitable diploma;
  • Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles in process industries;
  • Demonstrable competency in leading delivery of technical work packages and supervision of team members;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to support the team and share knowledge;
  • Very good interpersonal skills and demonstrable competency in negotiation and conflict management;
  • 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
  • Chartered status with accredited organisation
  • 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  

Maintenance Supervisor - Nights
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Maintenance Supervisor - Nights Requisition ID 50132 Posting Start Date 06-Jan-2023 Posting End Date 06-Feb-2023 JOB DETAIL

Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow?  Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold new Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

 

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

 

Energy Recovery Facilities are vital in supporting the UK’s ambition to reduce waste in an efficient and effective manner, helping to reduce the impact of waste on climate change. After reducing, reusing and recycling as much as possible, our Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs) provide the infrastructure to efficiently recover energy from residual waste, meaning landfill becomes the last resort. 

 

We have an opportunity in Bargeddie for a Maintenance Supervisor to join our team. working 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday night shift. 

 

The salary for this role will be £37,846.00 per year, plus shift allowance and participation in a yearly bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

 

 

 

Our People Are Our Greatest Resource

 

Viridor is one of the UK’s leading recycling, renewable energy and waste management companies. We put waste into action, transforming it into high quality recyclables, raw materials and energy. This is an exciting time to work with us. We are at the forefront of the UK’s green economy and we use smart people and technology to deliver our vision, bringing people together to give the world’s resources new life.   

 

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and taking responsibility for your site Maintenance team colleagues, you will be accountable for the safe and effective delivery of day to day site maintenance.

 

As well as both undertaking and supervising maintenance work, you will also ensure that tools, parts and materials are fit for purpose and production downtime is minimised.   As a progressive and forward-thinking problem solver, you will also make sure all plant and equipment is continually modified and improved to maximise its availability and performance (in line with PUWER machinery safety regulations).

 

You will be a pivotal member of the team at Bargeddie attending operational review meetings where you will provide updates on live defects and ongoing improvement plans.  Your engineering expertise will see you undertake and supervise various engineering projects and provide advice and guidance to the Plant Manager and Production teams.

 

Our ideal Maintenance Supervisor will have:

 

  • Previous experience working within a process, production or manufacturing background.
  • Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate others.
  • A background in Engineering.
  • A good understanding of a proactive maintenance strategy and condition monitoring.
  • An understanding of Safe Systems of Work.
  • A high level of organisation with the ability to prioritise workloads.
  • NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship in an appropriate Engineering skill (or HNC/HND in a relevant discipline).

 

 

 

 

To view the profile, which outlines the person specification and list of responsibilities in full, please click here.  

 

How to apply

Click apply at the bottom of the page and you will be asked to create a profile. Make sure you have an up-to-date CV ready!

We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.

 

Why work for Viridor?

There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio and the development of our growing Polymers Recycling business.

 

What we can offer you

We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join, including:

  • Your Share - our profit share scheme which offers all employees an opportunity to share in the company profits.
  • Looking after your future, we offer an enhanced pension scheme, where we match your contribution (up to 7%).
  • To protect your wellbeing, you will have access to a 24/7 employee helpline offering professional, emotional support and advice, as well as qualified Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace. You’ll also have access to discounted gym memberships and a Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Up to one day of paid volunteering leave per year.
  • Participation in our refer a friend scheme – earn £1000 for every successful referral.
  • To look after your health, we offer free eye tests and safety eyewear where needed, alongside a range of plans with Simply Health.
  • Helping you make the most of your leisure time, we have a wide range of discounts available to you, ranging from hotels and holidays to cinema tickets and days out, as well as from a variety of high street retailers.

As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply


Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Yokogawa UK Ltd has an exciting new opportunity for a highly driven Service & Support Engineer with a strong track record within the Industrial Automation Sector. 

 

Reporting to a Customer Centric Team Leader, your role as a Service & Support Engineer will be to provide first class support whilst being the technical focal point from hand over by sales to project closing.

 

Based from our offices in Runcorn, your remit will include; project initiation system design; SIL classification, project planning; detailed design; safety lifecycle, configuration; provide technical specification to procurement and supervision of suppliers; internal testing; executing or leading the Factory Acceptance Test, transition to site, site installation, commissioning and Site Acceptance Test, resulting in a customer accepted and handed over system, with documents authorised by the customer; monitoring and controlling the quality of work; and formalising project closures.

 

What you will bring to us:

  • Experience in a similar role within the oil & gas / petrochemical / Industrial Automation environment

  • Minimum HNC qualification in an engineering or process related subject

  • Understanding of ISO 9001 and Health and Safety at Work Act

  • Hold a full UK driving licence

  • You are a highly motivated and flexible person who is willing to work at Yokogawa offices and customer sites across the UK and offshore

  • Respect, collaboration, and integrity are important values to you

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, whilst an effective team player as part of a structured team

  • Confident communicator with a professional manner, and the ability to absorb and impart factual information to others and work within standard operating procedures

 

Applicants with Offshore certificates are highly desired, however full training can be provided.

 

What we promise to offer:

  • Freedom to do your job and autonomy is important to us

  • Exciting challenges within a mature organization that demands a high degree of individual responsibility and promotes initiatives

  • A fun working atmosphere with various opportunities to work with awesome colleagues all over the world

  • Innovative and advanced high-technology products and services

  • Competitive salary and incentive package depending on experience.  Overtime and TOIL where relevant

  • Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Flexibility will be required to meet customer and business needs

  • Superb benefits including company pension contribution up to 12.5% dependent upon criteria, private medical insurance and healthcare scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with increments based on length of service, car allowance

 

This is a permanent position, with our offices based at Runcorn, Cheshire.  We provide a healthy work-life balance with a blend of working from home and the office. There will be a requirement to travel to customer sites in Europe, UK, offshore and overseas as required for each project.


Technical Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s team is exclusively partnering with one of the UK industry leaders in Hazardous Waste Management to recruit a Graduate System Support Analyst to join their established technical team in Wolverhampton. This position is focussed around the strategic systems management for their waste systems and enquiry process.   The Graduate System Support Analyst role comes with a salary of £25,000- £27,000 dependant on experience and the chance to join their development programme on-site. If you hold a degree (or equivalent) in a software, computer or science related subject and have an interest in working within a technical systems team, submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Technical Systems Manager you will:  
  • Provide key technical support in relation to internal waste management systems, auditing projects and enquiry order processes (EOP) to ensure efficient implementation and development of current and future systems.
  • Carry out day-to-day management of support enquiries from all areas of the business, liaising with teams across the entire business unit.
  • Provide assistance in the training of on-site teams in the use of these internal systems and required processes.
  • Audit data within the internal systems for quality management, working in line with business objectives and current procedures, presenting reports and feedback to senior teams on performance.
  • Provide administrative and technical support on all Waste Management System enquiries alongside the Technical Systems Manager.
  • Set up technical data within the system, ensuring all information meets current permit requirements and legislative compliance.
  • Proactive regular internal and external interfacing and communication, producing technical reports when required.
  • Maintaining continuous professional development and competence for the role
  • Any other reasonable duties as and when required.
This role would suit a recent graduate with an interest in technical systems and a passion for working within the waste management/ environmental sector.     Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A degree or equivalent (HNC, HND) in a Science, IT, Mathematics or a related technical subject.
  • Full UK driving licence is essential.
  • Some prior experience using SQL of similar computer programming language would be preferable.
  • Ability to perform logical analysis and interpret technical data.
    Personal skills The Graduate System Support Analyst role would suit someone who is:
  • A strong communicator, able to work and coordinate with people at all levels of the business.
  • Comfortable working in a customer focussed role.
  • Flexible in their approach to work and comfortable travelling and staying away when needed for work.
    Salary and benefits of the Systems Support Engineer role
  • Basic salary of £25,000 - 27,000 DOE
  • Enrolment into their internal development/ progression programme.
  • Holiday allowance of 25 days + bank holidays
  • Competitive health benefits package.
   

SHEQ Officer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
 

MBT Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

MBT Supervisor

Waste & Recycling

Glasgow

Up to £39,620 + Package

 

Introduction

Our Client is one of the UK's leading provider of recycling, renewable energy and waste management solutions, offering a full range of services through a vast and growing network of plants and facilities across the country. As such, they are looking for a strong and experienced MBT Supervisor to join their Mechanical Biological Treatment centre and MRF in Glasgow. This role will see you overseeing a team of experienced operators across the waste processing facility.

 

 

Role & Responsibilities

Working as the MBT Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing the daily operations of a busy waste processing facility. This will include:

  • Day to day management of the MRF and the MBT process, managing a team of operators, chargehands and cleaners across the site. This will cover a wet prep area, AD facility and recycling plant.
  • Leading the team across the site to ensure operations run in line with production targets and company set KPI’s, maximising the efficiency of the plant.
  • Managing all health, safety and compliance across the operations, ensuring best practice is maintained at all times.
  • Working in both a supervisory and a hands-on role when needed.
  • Other duties as required.

This role is working on a shift basis covering earlies, lates and night shifts across a 24/7 operation. This may include weekend work. Please only apply if this is suitable for you.

 

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates should have previous experience working in a Supervisor/ Management role supervising a team in a busy production / process environment.

 

Previous knowledge and experience covering Waste processing or production/industrial process heavy sectors related to the Waste Management industry such as FMCG, manufacturing, aggregates, water treatment or renewable energy.

 

Candidates should have excellent knowledge of current Health and Safety procedures as well as demonstrable background implementing these across a complex team and should be able to communicate across all levels successfully. An IOSH certificate would be beneficial.

 

 

What’s on Offer

  • Basic Salary up to £34,620 + Shift Allowance £5000
  • Competitive Package

 

 

To Apply

 

To apply for the position please send your CV to Gemma Nixon on [email protected] or call directly on 02392 222 964 for further information on the role.


Technical Support Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Technical Support Engineer Water Treatment Home-based / Nationwide Competitive Salary + Car / Car Allowance + Package     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Technical Support Engineer to join one of the leading Water Treatment businesses in the UK. They have a solid track record of providing innovative solutions to water purification, industrial effluent and sustainable water saving needs and are one of the market leaders in process water treatment services. They are currently looking for a Technical Support Engineer to provide key technical support across technology and products to both internal and external teams.                       Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Service Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for:  
  • Providing key 2nd level technical support for technology, service and product teams in response to customer queries and requests.
  • Working from the office, home and customer sites throughout the UK when needed.
  • Support in the creation of key documentation related to the delivery of key service activities including work instructions, product information, service acceptance criteria, manuals and delivery plans.
  • Support the design, service, product and customer relation teams in the development of current products. Collecting and creating new ideas for the use of cutting edge technology to improve current service methods and digital tools.
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering qualification. – Ideally multiskilled.
  • A full UK driving licence is essential.
  • Previous experience working within the technical engineering industry, with prior knowledge of three key water treatment technologies: Ion Exchange, Reverse Osmosis, Continuous Electro-Deionisation
  • Able to handle challenging conversations with customers and find a resolution.
  • Software/controls engineering experience is desirable.
  • Excellent communication skills.
    What’s on Offer
  • Competitive Salary of up to £50,000 DOE
  • Company Car or Car Allowance
  • Excellent company 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 directly on 02392 222 964.     INDNUC  

Lead Consultant - Civil Nuclear
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading management consultancy across the UK Nuclear industry to recruit an experienced Lead Consultant for the management and delivery of a variety of Civil Nuclear projects in the Southwest. Working as the Lead Consultant, you will lead programme delivery and business growth, making a real impact on key infrastructure in the UK.   The Lead Consultant role comes with a salary of £60,000 - £85,000 dependant on experience as well as a competitive benefits package.   If you’re an experienced Lead Consultant with experience in project management across civil nuclear sites and are looking to work for an organisation at the forefront of the UK nuclear industry, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the senior management team you will:  
  • Lead in the delivery of key consultancy projects for a range of civil nuclear clients in the Southwest, offering effective solutions in the programme delivery.
  • Work to build strong relationships with the clients and internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support in the improvement of key project and programme performances in line with client requirements, identifying any opportunities and problems.
  • Discover and develop new business opportunities and possibilities for growth.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of regulators and licence conditions required to work within the civil nuclear sector.
  • Engage with colleagues and the wider team to effectively deliver on project brief, collaborating with others when needed.
  • Any other duties as required.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Experience in programme management in the civil nuclear sector.
  • A chartered engineer (or chartered status in progress).
  • Project Management qualified
  • Previous experience managing projects in the nuclear sector is essential to this role.
    Personal skills The Lead Consultant role would suit someone who has:  
  • Experience in building relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
  • Ability to identify and deliver on business development opportunities.
  • A continuous improvement mindset, he ability to review processes and procedures and add value.
    Salary and benefits of the Lead Consultant role  
  • Salary £60,000 to £85,000 Depending on experience.
  • Enhanced Pension
  • Private healthcare for you and your family
  • Private Dental
  • Opportunities for personal growth and development 
 

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Service Engineer  - Water Treatment          

London

Up to £38,000 per annum + package

Van + fuel card

 

Introduction

 

We are currently recruiting for Service Engineers to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Specialist Engineer, this will see you travelling across London and the surrounding areas.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Providing routine maintenance service to clients across London and the surrounding areas
  • Attending to breakdowns, conducting fault-finding and fault rectification
  • Installation and refurbishment work
  • To undertake goods inwards inspections for arrival of equipment on site
  • To establish, maintain and develop strong client relationships and assist with customer requirements.
  • To complete service functions on all types of water treatment plant serviced and maintained by the company.
  • Full job description available on request

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Previous water treatment experience is essential
  • An excellent work ethic and desire to develop within an established business
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team flexibly
  • Full UK Drivers License

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • Up to £38,000 per annum
  • Company van + fuel card
  • Company benefit package + pension scheme
  • Excellent progression opportunities within an established and growing business.

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391332 and ask to speak to Megan who can tell you more.

INDREC

HVAC Layout Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international leader in the nuclear energy industry to recruit a HVAC Layout Engineer for its Bristol site. The essential HVAC Layout Engineer role comes with a salary up to £65,000, hybrid working and private health care. If you’re a Layout Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that works across critical UK and international nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As the HVAC Layout Engineer you will:  
  • Assessment of the layout engineering data for the building including process and instrumentation, equipment, cable and electrical information. Ensuring analysis and verification of the technical scope.
  • Implement layout engineering to improve and/or modify the design where needed to input various electrical and mechanical equipment.
  • Work with the wider team to assess the routing of piping, cable trays and HVAC ducts within the 3D Model.
  • Produce technical documents such as status reports, introduction notes, design procedures and change analyses
  • Coordinate with other relevant teams for the layout activities, sharing layout drawings and plans
  • Where possible look to anticipate and adapt to changing needs of the project, keeping all parties updated and on track with progress and modifications.
  • Any other duties as required
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Engineering Degree relevant to role
  • Experience in at least one of the following areas of engineering: HVAC, Layout, HVAC, mechanical, safety etc.
  • Nuclear experience is highly desirable in particular projects involving PWR.
  • Previous experience working with 3D design software (e.g. Navisworks, AutoCAD, PDMS and/or E3D)
    Personal skills The HVAC Layout Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Knowledge of HVAC and general layout requirements for heavy industrial projects
  • Confident in challenging ideas and designs for effective solutions to meet the requirements for all levels of stakeholders
  • Able to thrive in a technically challenging role in a dynamic environment
    Salary and benefits of the HVAC Layout Engineer role  
  • A salary of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience and seniority.
  • Hybrid working with 3 days a week in the office
  • An opportunity to travel internationally to European offices
  • Private Health care