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Gemma Nixon

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
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Nuclear Safety Case Specialist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Nuclear Safety Case Specialist Nuclear Dorset Up to £60,000 DOE + Bonus     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Nuclear Safety Case Specialist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management across the UK at their nuclear licenced site in Dorset. Working as their Nuclear Safety Case Specialist, you will be working as part of their core team to support in the development and management of their new 10 year nuclear safety case, operating until 2033.                     Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Nuclear Safety Case Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting with the development of their safety case for their licenced site in Dorset. This will include:  
  • Developing their Management of Change (MoC) Assessments, BAT Assessments, Radiological Dose Assessments, Site Wide Environmental Safety Case (SWESC) and Waste Management Plan (WMP).
  • Delivering SSHEQ objectives in line with both company and site requirements, promoting the best culture across the site and all stakeholders.
  • Maintaining their new operational safety case, ensuring full compliance and supporting with all technical documentation relating to this.
  • Lead all modifications to the safety case in line with new projects and programmes.
  •  Act as Lead Author and Design Authority for our EA Site Wide Environmental Safety Case (SWESC) and Waste Management Plan (WMP), ensuring compliance with the EA and the environmental permits.
  • Provide technical support to assure compliance with the licensing requirements of the Nuclear Site Licence, liaising effectively with nuclear regulators.
  • All other duties as required.
    Skills & Qualifications Candidates must have a background working within the Nuclear industry, supporting site safety case management and compliance requirements at a senior level. Candidates should have strong technical report writing skills, be able to deliver key SSHEQ objectives, nuclear regulatory submissions and have a good understanding of safety case development. Due to the nature of the role, practical experience on a nuclear site is beneficial and all candidates must be able to hold and maintain national security clearance.     Salary & Package
  • Basic salary of £50,000 - £60,000
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • 6% Pension Scheme.
  • Flexible benefits
    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.     INDNUC

Electrical Maintenance Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Electrical Maintenance Technician London £44,000 + OT + benefits Introduction… Astute are partnered with a leader in the Waste Management industry who are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to work out of their Waste Transfer Station in London (SW). This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business within an industry that is only going to continue growing as we move towards a more sustainable world. Roles & Responsibilities As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Hands on maintenance across the site
  • Working on a range of cranes and mobile plant
  • Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site
  • Carrying out mechanical and electrical tests in line with legislation
  • Other duties as required
  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Electrical maintenance experience in either the Waste industry, or a similar Heavy Industrial setting
  • 17th or 18th Edition
  • Experience with PPMs and reactive repairs
  • Knowledge of a range of plant (preferably mobile)
  • A strong team player and a health and safety conscious focus
Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Basic salary of £44,720
  • Monday to Friday 40 hours per week as standard
  • Rotational shift pattern (06:00 - 14:00 or 14:00 – 22:00)
  • Night shifts and weekend overtime paid at T1/2 or 2x
  • Career progression and development opportunities
  If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more. INDREC

Execution Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Execution Engineer Requisition ID 49326 Posting Start Date 01-Aug-2022 Posting End Date 01-Sep-2022 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.

 

Our plastics reprocessing facility in Avonmouth, Bristol will reprocess over 80,000 tonnes of plastic every year - more than 1.6 billion bottles, tubs, and trays – creating recycled raw material to return to the economy. Plastic recycling at the facility will save 126,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year, the equivalent of taking over 67,000 cars off the road

 

We have a new opportunity for an Execution Engineer to join our team at out new Polymers facility in Avonmouth, Bristol for 42.5 hours pr week, from Monday to Friday.

 

The salary for this role is circa £54,000 per year, plus participation in a yearly bonus scheme, where you could earn up to 10% of your base salary.

 

 

About the role

 

The Execution Engineer will be part of our multi-disciplinary maintenance team and will play an integral role in the delivery of the maintenance strategy at our Avonmouth Polymer Reprocessing Facility. The primary purpose of this role is the effective execution of breakdown and corrective maintenance work, as well as supporting the root cause analysis process to implement preventive actions to improve overall plant availability.

 

Working collaboratively with EC&I engineer, Mechanical Engineer and the Maintenance Planner, the Execution Engineer will lead the site multi-functional maintenance team to execute planned and reactive maintenance activities to ensure machine condition, availability and standards are maintained.

 

The Execution Engineer will provide technical support/governance to ensure improvement projects are executed to the correct standards and in line with site plan, as well as owning the statutory inspections.

 

In addition, this role will be responsible for ensuring a positive safety culture is upheld at all levels and financial targets are met within their department

 

What are we looking for?

 

  • Understanding in a mechanical/electrical engineering role from areas such as FMCG/ manufacturing/ waste management.
  • Full working understanding and ability to lead root cause analysis (RCA) and provide effective engineering solutions
  • Ability to successfully manage and deliver on multiple tasks with competing priorities and strict time lines
  • An experienced Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with relevant background and level of expertise, with a focus on plant maintenance
  • Experience of developing technical solutions from concept selection, through design development, installation and commissioning.
  • HNC/HND qualified in a Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or in a closely related subject

Electrical Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Electrical Project Engineer

Water Industry

Havant

£40,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to join a leading provider of Water engineering services and solutions across the South. They are looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join their small but established team providing expertise in process, mechanical, electrical and ICA solutions whilst delivering projects all at stages of the cycle. Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will work as part of a core team tin the delivery of a busy portfolio of robust engineering solutions across various wastewater and clean water contracts in the South.

 

The Job

Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for…
  • Working as part of the office-based design team with regular visits to site troubleshooting, checking and managing potential and live projects.
  • Driving successful project delivery, working alongside the Project Manager planning, establishing and coordinating the projects, carrying out electrical design works and ensuring projects are delivered to client specifications on time and in budget.
  • Collaborate with project teams to maintain profitability and efficient methods of work
  • Complete electrical designs and develop specifications for internal and external equipments required for each project.
  • Specify job requirements, parts and materials needed to enable projects to be scoped for tender and on-site delivery.
  • Survey electrical systems and plans.
  • Project budget and programme management.
  • Compliance with NICEIC requirements.
  • Manage all elements of the project delivery from initial site surveys, proposal preparations through to handover. This includes costings, proposals, specifications, ordering, fault finding, testing and commissioning.
  • Any other duties as required.

This is a field-based position requiring a flexible approach to work.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to have a background working in a site-based Electrical Engineer or Project Engineer position ideally within the water industry with a relevant engineering qualification to degree level (or equivalent) to back it up.

Candidates should have strong CAD expertise as well as

Candidates should have strong CAD knowledge as well as demonstrable success delivering projects and a proven track record working directly with clients on project designs and coordination.

 

Due to a high level of travel to various sites throughout this role, candidates must hold a valid full UK driving licence and be flexible in their working hours.

 

 

What’s on Offer.
  • Basic salary £40,000 DOE
  • Competitive Package
  • 28 days holiday (incl bank holidays)

 

 

 

 

How to apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Business Development Manager - Chemicals
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Newcastle – Field based around the North. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their water treatment chemicals business, operating across the North, selling water treatment chemical solutions and services to a number of key industrial clients.                        Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the company’s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will include…
  • Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
  • Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
  • Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
  • Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
  • Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
  • Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
  • Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speaker or promote the business.
Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder.       Skills & Qualifications Candidates should have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with some knowledge of selling technical solutions, chemicals or water treatment services to industrial customers. Due to the technical nature of the role, candidates should hold a Science, Environmental or Engineering Degree or be qualified by experience. Sales experience within the market is not critical, although your personal attributes will need to demonstrate that you are someone who will drive the business forward selling water treatment chemical solutions in this market. Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is essential.     Salary & Package
  • Basic salary up to £50,000
  • Company Vehicle
  • Commission Scheme – Uncapped up to 20%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.
    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

Business Development Manager - Pharmaceutical
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Business Development Manager Water Treatment - Pharmaceutical Nottinghamshire– Field based around the Midlands Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their Pharmaceutical Water Services business, operating across the UK, selling water treatment solutions and pure water systems into the pharmaceutical sector.                         Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the company’s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will include…
  • Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
  • Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
  • Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
  • Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
  • Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
  • Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
  • Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speaker or promote the business.
Due to the nature of this role, candidates will be based from home and will travel out to customer sites to complete business development activity. This will predominantly cover central UK but may be nationwide.     Skills & Qualifications Candidates must have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with a proven track record selling technical solutions into the Pharmaceutical industry. Due to the nature of the role, candidates should be creative, innovative and passionate in their approach to driving sales, a ‘hunter’ not a ‘farmer attitude is paramount. Candidates should have excellent communication and negotiation skills with a creative and innovative approach to driving sales. Due to the nature of the role, a full UK driving licence is essential.     Salary & Package
  • Basic salary up to £50,000
  • Company Vehicle
  • Commission Scheme – Uncapped up to 20%
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme.
    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

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  

Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Mechanical Technician

Material Recycling Facility

Aldridge, Walsall

Up to £34,345

4 on 4 off, days and nights

 

Introduction

Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join their Material Recycling Facility in Walsall.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Hands on maintenance across the site
  • Maintaining pumps, motors, gearboxes, stirrers, mixers, and all associated pipework
  • Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site as well as installations.
  • Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure efficiency and minimum downtime across the site.
  • Stay on top of site stock and spares
  • Other duties as required

 

This is a shift-based role with a mix of days and nights on a 4 on 4 off rota – please only apply if this is suitable.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • A relevant qualification in an engineering discipline, HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3
  • Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, anaerobic digestion etc.)
  • IOSHH or NEEBOSH would be desirable
  • Experience of working on heavy industrial machinery including pumps, conveyors, optical sorters etc.

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 •         A total package up to c£35,000

•          Shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with a mix of days and nights

•          Pension & great holiday allowance

•          Retail and leisure discount scheme

•          Access to all company benefits

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

Commercial Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Commercial Chemist Hazardous Waste West Bromwich £25,000- £30,000   Introduction We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Chemist to work with one of the UK’s leading waste management service providers who focus on the disposal and collection of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Working as their Commercial Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring customer enquiries are dealt with effectively, ensuring the highest standards of customer service.   The Role Working as their Commercial Chemist, you will report directly to the Commercial Manager and will be responsible for:
  • Supporting the commercial team, ensuring all customer enquiries are dealt with efficiently, achieving a high standard of customer care with both new and existing customers.
  • Obtaining all relevant information surrounding incoming enquiries to support with pricing, allocation and routing of waste materials.
  • Using technical knowledge to assess waste and choose most suitable disposal outlets for waste streams.
  • Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points, sending quotation requests to obtain best disposal costs.
  • Ensuring accurate costings in line with all permit conditions and legislation, using Quick Consign systems to produce accurate quotes for customers.
  • Work to meet site targets for processing, producing monthly reports for key accounts.
  • Promoting the business within the waste management market, recognising new business opportunities.  
  • Undertake all administration tasks as needed and any other tasks.
The Candidate To be considered for this position, candidates must have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level or equivalent experience. Candidates should have experience working in a Site-based Chemist or Technical Assessment role with a good understanding of the Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste industry. What’s on Offer
  • Basic Salary £25,000- £30,000
  • 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]  

Mechanical Fitter
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Mechanical Fitter

Stoke On Trent

Industrial Water Treatment

Competitive Salary

 

Introduction…

Our client is one of the world leaders in water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource, and by-product recovery. They are currently looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join their world-famous team in Stoke on Trent.

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:

 

  • Mechanically constructing, assembling, and fitting water monitors in line with quality documentations and systems including GA and P&ID diagrams.
  • Working with ABS and UPVC Pipework.
  • Analysing Termination and Schematic diagrams.

 

Skills & Qualifications

 We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Good knowledge and understanding of the Water Sector
  • Someone who can read and understand mechanical drawings and diagrams.
  • Able to work alone and in a team.
  •  With or equivalent to Level 3 NVQ in the relevant trades.

 

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

  • Training and Development schemes
  • Competitive Salary
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • 25 Days Holiday plus Public Holidays

 

How to Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the leading specialists in waste management. For more information, please contact George Wilson on 02392 288 207, emailing your CV to [email protected]