Gemma Nixon

  Astute’s Nuclear Team are partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer for their facility in Cranfield.  The Project Engineer will provide operational engineering support for all current and future project activities, including the planning, building, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of R&D test rigs and facilities. The Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 dependant on experience, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership support and a wealth of other benefits. If you’re an experienced Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is recognised for its innovative solutions for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector, then please submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role   Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will:  

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
• Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
• Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
• Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
• Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
• Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
• Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
• Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
• Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  

• Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

Astute’s Nuclear Team are partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer for their facility in Cranfield.  The Project Engineer will provide operational engineering support for all current and future project activities, including the planning, building, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of R&D test rigs and facilities. The Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 dependant on experience, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership support and a wealth of other benefits. If you’re an experienced Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is recognised for its innovative solutions for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector, then please submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role   Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will:  

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
• Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
• Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
• Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
• Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
• Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
• Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
• Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
• Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  

• Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

Astute’s Nuclear Team are supporting a highly regulated nuclear site to recruit a Health Physics Monitor to join the Health Physics / Radiation Protection team at the site in Capenhurst. The Health Physics Monitor position comes with a salary of up to £40,000 - £45,000 DOE as well as a competitive benefits package and support with development and progression within radiation protection If you’re a Health Physics Monitor and are committed to radiation safety, have relevant radiation protection experience or qualifications, and want to work in a regulated environment where safety and compliance are paramount then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Health Physics Monitor role Reporting to the appointed RPA on-site, you will:

• Carry out routine and non-routine radiological monitoring and contamination surveys to ensure safe site operations.
• Assist in implementing radiological protection measures and controls across the facility
• Operate, maintain and calibrate radiation monitoring equipment in line with site procedures.
• Support investigations into radiological incidents or alarm conditions and contribute to corrective actions.
• Record, analyse and report monitoring data in accordance with regulatory and site-specific requirements.
• Provide front-line support and guidance to operational staff regarding radiological safety best practices.
• Participate in emergency response drills and actual events as required.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:

• Relevant qualification or experience in radiation protection/health physics monitoring (e.g., RPA2000-accredited training or equivalent).
• A strong understanding of radiological safety principles, regulations and monitoring techniques.
• Previous experience in a radiation protection role (or regulatory/industrial environment).
• Good communication skills and a proactive, safety-focused mindset.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a regulated environment

  Personal skills   The Health Physics Monitor role would suit someone who is:

• Methodical and organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident in interacting with operational teams and regulatory stakeholders.
• A strong communicator with a positive safety culture mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable to the demands of a safety-critical environment.

  Salary and benefits of the Health Physics Monitor role  

• Basic Salary up to £40,000- 45,000 DOE
• Opportunity for training and development within radiation protection roles

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Astute are working on behalf of a leading international nuclear engineering consultancy to recruit a Lead Civil Engineer / Structural Engineer to support major infrastructure projects within the UK nuclear sector. With nuclear energy playing a critical role in the UK’s transition to Net Zero, this organisation is delivering complex engineering solutions across both civil and defence programmes. This role will support the delivery of major infrastructure projects within a highly regulated, safety-critical environment. As a Lead Civil / Structural Engineer, you will play a key role within the client delivery team, providing technical leadership and oversight across the engineering lifecycle to ensure safe, compliant and high-quality project delivery. If you have the relevant experience and are looking for an opportunity to work on challenging projects within a growing sector, then please submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Lead Civil Structural Engineer role  

• Leading and managing contractor engineering support throughout the full project lifecycle from concept through to completion.
• Reviewing, approving and assuring designs, drawings and technical documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Supporting the development of functional requirements, optioneering studies and key design decisions.
• Delivering safety-critical engineering outputs, including supporting the development of Periodic Review of Safety reports.
• Chairing and contributing to design reviews, HAZID workshops and stakeholder forums.
• Providing independent technical appraisal and peer review of engineering outputs.
• Overseeing detailed design, construction, commissioning and decommissioning activities.
• Ensuring compliance with EHS, security, quality and site standards across all engineering activities.
• Acting as a technical advisor to internal project teams and external stakeholders.
• Supporting knowledge sharing, mentoring and capability development within the engineering team.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• An accredited Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent qualification and experience.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership
• Relevant experience in civil / structural engineering on complex infrastructure or high-hazard projects.
• Experience working within regulated industries such as nuclear, defence, energy or similar sectors would be advantageous.
• A master’s level qualification or equivalent advanced engineering qualification would be beneficial.

Personal skills   The Lead Civil Engineer / Structural Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Strong experience assessing structural designs and equipment to ensure they meet safety and hazard requirements.
• Experience developing and applying design assurance processes within complex engineering programmes.
• A solid understanding of engineering across the full project lifecycle from concept through to delivery.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary projects and contributing technical expertise across engineering disciplines.

Salary and benefits of the Lead Civil Engineer / Structural Engineer role

• Highly competitive salary/ contract rate + benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangement (typically 3 days office / 2 days remote)
• Opportunities to work on major national infrastructure and nuclear projects

#LI-GN1 INDNUC  

Electrical Maintenance Fitter

Waste & Recycling

London- Central

£20.50ph + OT – Early & Late shifts

 

 

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 an Electrical Maintenance Fitter to join one of their key Waste Transfer Stations in London. Working as their Electrical Maintenance Fitter, 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 Electrical Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for:

• Preventative maintenance (PPMs) and reactive maintenance across heavy industrial plant, attending to breakdowns as needed.
• Electrical fault-finding, diagnostics, and route cause analysis techniques
• Working across all processing plant and overhead equipment
• Maintenance on PLCs, motors, inverter drives, conveyors etc.
• Testing and inspection
• Minimising downtime, ensuring plant runs at optimum performance
• Troubleshooting
• Be able to deliver all work set to the operational expectations and budgetary requirements
• Keep records using internal systems and support in the implementation of IMS.
• Assisting with RAMS, permits to work and safe systems of work
• Working as part of a shift pattern
• Other duties as required.

This is rotating shift pattern of early and late shifts, covering Saturdays on a 1 in 4 basis. Please only apply if this is suitable.

What you will need

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
• 18th Edition
• Heavy Industrial experience – e.g. processing plant, waste, manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams and drawings
• Pneumatic skills and experience
• Full UK driving licence
• This is rotating shift pattern of early and late shifts, covering weekends. Please only apply if this is suitable. 

 

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £20.50ph + OT rates 
• Full training on internal systems
• Opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Waste Management companies

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 222 964 and ask to speak to Megan Balmer who can tell you more.

Astute’s Team are partnered with an industry leader in industrial services solutions and hazardous waste management across the UK to recruit a Business Development Manager to join their Industrial Services division in Hull. We’re looking for an experienced Business Development professional with a particular focus on securing new enquiries and promoting their specialist services including tankers, Jet Vacs, Disabs, Hydro-Abrasive Cutting, and associated equipment. The Business Development Manager role comes with a salary of up to £55,000 per annum plus a car allowance, bonus and many other benefits. If you’re a Business Development Manager with experience within the Industrial Services or Industrial Cleaning sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Regional Commercial Manager you will:   Key Responsibilities:

• Drive business development for key business growth within the industrial services sector, targeting both new and existing clients, using proactive techniques like cold calling and outreach to offer a broad range of industrial services, including waste removal and infrastructure cleaning solutions.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities and contribute to the company business plan.
• Foster strong customer relationships by ensuring high service standards, addressing non-conformances, and providing timely feedback.
• Maximise margins on projects and ensure continuity of work for the business teams.
• Collaborate across divisions to identify other opportunities, especially within waste treatment and disposal through other sites across the business group.
• Collaborate with Account Managers, Admin Staff, and Operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
• Manage the tender process, including document reviews, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and relevant industry developments to inform business strategy.
• Manage projects, inquiries, and customer communications while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
• Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional with experience in industrial services and business development to join a dynamic and growing team.     Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• Technical expertise in industrial services and hazardous/chemical waste solutions, with previous experience in the sector.
• Proven ability to manage customer accounts and their associated sales revenue.
• Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service, along with a full UK driving licence.
• Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in industrial services or hazardous wastes management.

    Personal skills The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
• Proven track record in driving profitable new business while maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Strong logistics knowledge, including experience with transport booking and vehicle requirements for contracts.
• Skilled in cold calling, negotiating, and executing deals at both strategic and tactical levels, with experience in managing projects and business processes.

    Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role

• Salary up to £55,000 DOE
• Car allowance
• Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Progression plan

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with one of the international leaders supporting in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Senior Cost Controller for their Avonmouth site. 

 

The rewarding Senior Cost Controller role comes with a salary of up to £74,000 per annum, with the opportunity to lead integrated cost reporting across a portfolio of nuclear projects.

 

If you’re a Cost Controller and are looking to work for an organisation that is known for its innovative solutions and high-value technologies, then submit your CV to apply today.

 

Responsibilities and duties

 

Reporting to the Head of Project Controls you will:

• Lead the Cost Control function within Project Controls, establishing standards, procedures, and templates for all projects.
• Develop and maintain cost control tools and processes, ensuring all staff follow best practices.
• Train and mentor staff in cost control methods, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage SAP project structures, ensuring compliance with business and project requirements.
• Produce cost reports across the portfolio, including centralised reporting cycles and Cost of Non-Quality (CoNQ) assessments.
• Analyse cost data to provide assurance, insights, and consolidated reports to project, programme, and portfolio managers.
• Support tender cost estimation and maintain centralised productivity and cost norms.
• Oversee project cost management activities, including invoicing, variations, cost vs. budget analysis, earned value management (EVM), and cash flow reporting.

 

 

Professional qualifications

 

We are looking for someone with the following:

 4+ years of experience in cost control within the nuclear, construction or manufacturing sectors.

Proficient using Microsoft Excel

Previous experience in a senior role is desirable

 

Personal skills

 

The Senior Cost Controller role would suit someone who has:

• A strong background in cost control, ideally within large-scale, complex projects.
• Experience leading or mentoring others, with the confidence to set standards and guide teams.
• Proven skills in using SAP for project set-up, reporting, and analysis.
• A track record of developing tools, templates, and processes that improve efficiency.
• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• The adaptability to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

 

Salary and benefits of the Senior Cost Controller

 

Up to £74,000 per annum

25 days annual leave per year raising to 30 (1 day for every 2 years’ service)

8% Employer pension contribution and many more fantastic benefits.

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  

  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