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Gemma Nixon

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
4.75
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Operations Team Leader
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Operations Team Leader Waste Management Bargeddie Up to £34,000 – 4 on 4 off days     Introduction Our client is one of the UK's leading providers 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. As such, they are looking for a strong and experienced Operations Team Leader to join their Operations team at their Waste site in Bargeddie.                         Roles & Responsibilities As the Operations Team Leader, you will be responsible for:  
  • Supporting the process operators within the plant, effectively operating the SCADA systems effectively for all fixed plant across the site.
  • Ensuring the site is running in line with production plans and KPI’s, prioritising task and escalating any issues as required.
  • Coordinate a shift of process operators, managing work-load to cover the plant and utilising resources where required.
  • Support the Operations Production Supervisor to manage daily checks, team performance and absence, leading attending meetings when needed.
  • Promote excellent health and safety practice, ensuring the team are working to safety procedures and in line with company expectations.
  • All other duties as required.
This position is running on a 4 on 4 off days rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.       Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Have significant experience operating a SCADA system in a production environment.
  • Previous experience leading/ supervising a team of operators within a process site.
  • Have a strong working knowledge of site licence requirements, working plans and health and safety regulations. Ideally holding an IOSH certification.
  • Have previous experience working within a heavy process engineering environment or materials handling. (Waste Management, Power Generation, Chemical Processing, Food & Beverage, FMCG)
  • Due to the nature of the role, candidates are expected to have a Full UK Driving license
This position is running on a 4 on 4 off days rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.       Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive basic salary of up to £34,000 inclusive of shift allowance
  • 23.5 days holiday
  • Opportunity to join a new and developing site in the polymers recycling sector.
    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDREC  

Stock Control Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Stock Control Chemist Hazardous Waste West Bromwich £25,000- £27,000 DOE   Introduction We are currently seeking a qualified Stock Control Chemist to work with one of the UK’s leading waste management service providers who focus on the disposal and collection of hazardous waste. Working as their Stock Control Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring all waste is managed, labelled and recorded correctly to ensure safe and compliance waste processing at all times.   The Role Working as their Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:
  • Supporting the chemist team, ensuring materials coming onto and off-site are consistently safe and are compliant in-line with site permits and environmental regulations.
  • Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points and ensuring all waste is labelled appropriately.
  • Carrying out all stock control duties within the site, managing levels of waste on site and reporting these regularly to the management team.
  • Assisting with non- conformance procedures for any unlabelled or incorrect waste materials, utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
  • Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
  • Work to meet site and laboratory targets for processing.
  • Ensuring house-keeping requirements are maintained and continuous improvement programmes supported.
  • Undertake all administration tasks as needed and any other tasks.  
The Candidate To be considered for this position, candidates must have an appropriate science qualification to degree level as well as experience working within an administration or stock control environment. This role will require you to work in a hands-on operational capacity on an industrial site, please only apply if this is of interest. This role would suit a recent graduate looking to develop their experience within the hazardous waste/ chemistry sector with an interest in administrative and stock control duties. What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary £25,000- £27,000
  • 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]

Air Hygiene Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

  • Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
  • Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
  • Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
  • Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
  • Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
  • You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

  • Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
  • Access doors installation in accordance with DW144
Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.


Analytical Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Analytical Chemist

Hazardous Waste

Kings Cliffe - Peterborough

Salary at £22,500

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Analytical Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for taking samples and carrying out analytical testing of the waste on-site to support with method development and validation and ensure safe and compliant waste management across the facility at all times.

 

The Job

Working as the Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for:
  • Performing various analytical tests on waste samples coming onto site.
  • Running and maintaining instrumentation within the Laboratory, including GC-MS/FID and ICP-OES.
  • Ensuring all work complies with relevant HSE, Quality, Regulatory and Accreditation standards (UKAS, ISO 17025).
  • Sample preparation, extraction and clean-up using various techniques.
  • Calculation of results from testing and data entry into the company system.
  • Performing daily checks including balances, pipettes and instruments.
  • Sampling of incoming waste streams for compliance.
  • Work with senior teams to ensure site and lab KPI’s are met.
  • Other tasks as needed.

 

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.

 

Candidates would ideally have some experience in Analytical Chemistry and Statistical Analysis as a good understanding of working in an operational laboratory.   

 

This role would suit a recent Chemistry graduate who is looking to utilise their knowledge in a hands-on role in the waste/ hazardous waste industry.

 

What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary of £22,500
  • 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]

 


Production Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Production Engineer - ELGA Labwater
  • Contract type Full time
  • Location High Wycombe

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.

 

Where will I be working?

 

You will be based at our Lane End, High Wycombe site.

 

What will I be doing?

 

The Production Engineers' job function is to provide engineering support to specific aspects of ELGA Labwater Manufacturing facilities in both the UK and China.

 

The Production Engineer’s primary focus will be to take lead responsibility for the product integration from the development engineering phase to the manufacturing environment.

 

Key responsibilities;

  • Involved in the early development stage of new product development, working closely with the engineering team to help assess new product suitability for mass production. This will also include improvements to existing product portfolios.
  • Identify and produce any bespoke tooling, jigs, or fixtures required for testing and mass production for different teams across the manufacturing facility. e.g, Quality Control, Research & Development.
  • Able to visualise and plan processes and layout, stage material flow on the production floor and coordinate primarily mechanical and electrical build activities.
  • Produce and update work instructions in order to manufacture products in the most efficient way/lean manufacturing. This will include assembly instruction documents and videos. Training of technicians will also be part of this process.
  • Manage new parts and BOMs on new products.
  • Work closely with Quality Control to investigate and resolve any quality issues with products/parts. This Quality Assurance process ensures control and traceability to all modifications to ELGA-released products.
  • Represents the department and provides critical feedback to project leaders.
  • Coordinates actions across departments and may check on quality and work progress.
  • Tasks will be time-sensitive to overall project delivery dates.

 

Do I have what it takes?

Must-haves;

  • Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a manufacturing/logistics industry.
  • GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English (minimum 4/5)
  • In-depth knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices.
  • Excellent attention to detail organised and able to manage and prioritise work.
  • Familiarity with inventory management systems.
  • Ability to work well with suppliers, customers, and other team members.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Previous experience coordinating with Suppliers and Customers, both internal and external.
  • Ability to work to defined working standards and instructions.
  • A methodical approach to work.
  • Familiarity with Google Suite Apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
  • Good presentational skills.
  • Able to both take instructions and work on own initiative.

Here at Veolia Water Technologies, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential! We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected. We’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer, so no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality, or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.


Electrical Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Role – Commissioning Engineer Location: Midlands Competitive Salary     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer to join one of the leading Water and Wastewater treatment business 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 Commissioning Engineer to work in a field-based role around the whole of the UK. Working as a Commissioning Engineer, you will be expected to travel widely and at short notice as required to support in the installation and commissioning of a variety of process water equipment.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:
  • Ensuring all customer sites are prepped to accept water process equipment, including paperwork and risk assessment completion in advance. Once on site you will also be responsible for the management of projects including auditing of all on-site activities.
  • Both Mechanical and Electrical installation and commissioning of the equipment, following electrical diagrams and working with on-site teams to ensure the plant is running correctly.
  • Carrying out any breakdown maintenance as required and ensuring all equipment is serviced regularly and ready to operate in line with customer expectations.
  • Maintaining maintenance schedules, adequate supplies of spare parts and ensuring all units are safe and roadworthy and ready to always use.
  • Assisting clients with technical faults.
  • Installing new equipment when needed.
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • HNC/ Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering /C&G 17/18th Edition.
  • Candidates should also have a background in performing mechanical or electrical maintenance/service work.
  • Experience working in a similar role within the water industry is desirable.
  • A full, valid driving licence
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive Salary of up to £45,000
  • Pension package
  • Company phone and tablet
  • Holiday package  
  • Company Car/Van
    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 222 964 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.     INDREC  

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer – Pharmaceuticals Water Treatment Kent / South East £30,000 - £32,812 + Package DOE     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Field Engineer to join one of the leading Water and Wastewater treatment business 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. The Field Engineer’s primary focus will be to carry out reparation and maintenance of the products for various clients around the Kent and South East region.                    Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Travelling to various sites across the UK and carrying out necessary maintenance, reparations and preventative work at customer sites
  • Submitting and completing work reports as well as assessments.
  • Working to health and safety standards for both yourself and the customer
  • Proving feedback on product development
  • Working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Overtime available
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Comfortable driving long distances
  • Multi-skilled mechanical experience within a mechanical or electrical environment
  • Experience within the water/wastewater sector is desirable
  • Good customer service skills
  • A full UK driving licence
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Competitive salary of up to £30,000 - £32,812 + package
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • Company van, fuel card, tools & equipment provided
  • Biannual progression meetings
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 07441391669 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.

Air Hygiene Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Description

For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.

Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.

Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region

Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. Requirements

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.

You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:

  • Carry out kitchen extract system cleaning and canopy cleans in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Carry out ventilation systems cleaning in accordance with TR19.
  • Installation of access doors into ventilation system in accordance with DW144.
  • Carry out inspection of the Fire dampers in accordance with BS9999
  • Follow a preventative maintenance program as instructed.
  • Maintain personal equipment & chemical stocks inventories.
  • You will also be expected to undertake any other duties associated to the output of the Regional Team as required.

 

Your knowledge

The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

  • Ventilation systems management in accordance with TR19 Grease.
  • Ventilation cleaning techniques in accordance with TR19
  • Access doors installation in accordance with DW144
Benefits

Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience

What happens next – your career move made simple

1. Apply now to be consider for the role

2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working days

Successful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.

Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.

Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices

Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.


Commercial Director
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Commercial Director
  • 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.

    75896

     

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

     

     

    Commercial Director

     

    Based at our Lane End, High Wycombe Office

     

    Permanent, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours per week

     

    Comprehensive pension scheme, life assurance cover, company vehicle/car allowance

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    Are you a Commercial Director or an aspiring Commercial Director 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 play a pivotal role in being responsible for planning, developing and implementing commercial strategy based on company objectives of supporting and accelerating the growth. At ELGA LabWater (ELW), we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

     

    The area of responsibilities would require expertise in:

    • Developing, planning and implementing commercial plans and strategies. 

    • Always striving to accelerate and encourage company's  success.

    • Implement new customer acquisition strategies.

    • Manage existing client relationships.

    • Collaborate with  diverse teams such as marketing and R&D.

    • Contribute to the Product Development road map.

    • Establish and manage long-term relationships with stakeholders.

    • Understand the requirements of existing customers. 

    • Track, measure and analyse commercial metrics using KPIs.

    • Lead the Sales team in place.

     

    General requirements for the role:

    • Master degree, Bachelor degree in business development and management 

    • MA in business administration, similar relevant field

    • Equivalent educational background

     

    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 will receive a company vehicle/car allowance and bonus. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy or sell days), our market leading pension and share scheme, 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!


Field Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Role - Field Service Engineer

Location: Thames Valley Area

Package: £30,000-£35,000 per annum + Company van

 

 

Introduction

Astute Technical are proud to be working with the leading supplier of waste recycling equipment, servicing, and consumables in the UK. They are looking for a Field Service Engineer to add to the growing team. A primarily field-based role in the Thames Valley area, the permanent full-time position will require on-site attendance to the clients' locations, dependant on the needs of the business.

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Multi-Skilled Trainee Engineer, you will be responsible for:

· Carry out regular servicing/preventative maintenance on Recycling Machinery - Primarily balers and compactors.

· To attend breakdowns and complete repairs as required on all recycling equipment at customers sites in our core regions. Within a timely and competent manner, working safely to current legislation.

· You will be required to install and decommission the equipment along with completing training with operatives on the safe use of the equipment.

· Build strong relationships with your colleagues, communicating and working together as a team to maintain customer satisfaction.

 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

· Qualified or experienced field service engineer

· Experience with recycling balers and compactors essential

· Candidate must be competent in the following areas, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and welding.

· Full UK driving license.

 

 

Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

· £30,000-£35,000 per annum

· Fuel card supplied.

· Company phone and tablet

· Holiday loyalty scheme

· Pension

· In house and manufacturer training provided.

· Progression is available for the right candidate.

· Company van including power tools.

 

 

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 02392288208 to speak to Julia Shaw who can tell you more.