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Hazards Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 8/27/24
  • PAY RATE: $360.0 /DAY
Description of the expected service Title: Hazards Engineering Types of activities to be carried out as part of the service (non-exhaustive): ? Producing updates to Hazard Verification Studies, through the application of relevant technical methodologies, relating to Internal and External Hazards for buildings: o Produce simplified design calculation hypotheses and define the various possible scenarios for each internal or external threat situation: ? Identify the equipment under threat and also the way in which the equipment would be affected. ? Produce studies on the functional redundancies impacted. ? Manage technical topics relating to the protection requirements for the hazards within the building and system design, ? Support matrix organisation through the design and construction phase with technical requests and design changes by providing technical expertise on the implementation of the safety functional requirements within the design, ? Participate to Edvance wide discipline meetings relating to hazards Skill level required Engineer Level 3 Technical Field Nuclear safety, radiation protection and the environment Delivery location UK Bristol Skill Level Required Engineer Level 3 Additional information Travel: ? Yes ? No Teleworking: ? Yes ? No* *at least 3 days a week in the office Required technical skills (consistent with the criteria for technical admissibility of tenders) • Engineer qualified to degree level or equivalent preferably specializing in safety • Knowledge of safety requirement implementation and hazard studies (preferably from a highly regulated industry), • Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Assessment Principles and experience of their application, • Experience in the area of systems, layout engineering and pipework, • Knowledge and the ability to navigate PDMS and Navisworks software. • English speaker, French is advantageous Expected approach to be conscientious, enthusiastic about the subject with good interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Preferred starting date 02/09/2024 Estimated duration of the service 18 months including 12 agreed months and 6 optional months Required software skills   Microsoft office (word, excel, powerpoint, outlook) - 3D viewer (Naviswork)                                                                                                                                                                              

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water treatment and technology services across the UK to recruit an experienced Service Engineer in the Romford area. This role will be supporting at customer sites in the maintenance and servicing of the on-site water treatment systems, carrying out key account management duties as well as hands-on testing on the water systems themselves. The customer focussed Service Engineer position comes with a salary of up to £30,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime. If you’re a Service Engineer with previous working knowledge of the water industry and are looking to work for an organization that is an industry leader within the UK water industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Service Manager you will be responsible for providing on-site preventative maintenance, after sales support and commercial support to key customers in the water treatment industry. This will include:  
  • Carrying out chemical treatment analysis and system monitoring on existing customer contracts and equipment.
  • Providing Legionella checks and control, ensuring customer compliance with ACOP L8.
  • Developing good working relationships with customers, providing recommendations for on-site operations and equipment.
  • Carrying out on-site risk assessments and customer reports for customer reviews.
  • Continually building on customer relationships, assessing opportunities to potentially sell parts, consumables, plant upgrades and refurbishment work, working with the appropriate sales team.
  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A full UK driving licence is essential.
  • Previous knowledge and experience working in the chemical water treatment sector e.g cooling tower management, boiler optimisation.
    Personal skills The Water Treatment Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • Passionate about working closely with customers and providing a first-class service every time.
  • Able to handle challenging conversations with customers, working to find a prompt resolution.
  • Strong communication skills both with internal and external teams.
    Salary and benefits of the Water Treatment Engineer role  
  • Basic Salary of up to £30,000 DOE
  • Company Vehicle + Fuel Card for business use
  • 25 Days holiday (plus your birthday off)
  • Comprehensive pension scheme
   

Civil Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 8/27/24
  • PAY RATE: $360.0 /DAY
Description of the expected service Title: Civil engineering design activities N756 Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC Levels 3 & 4 Context: As part of the replication strategy and according to the engineering sequence, the aim of the activity is to finalize the detailed design on the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC project. Main Activities: • Production of documents relating to input data, justifications and substantiation for steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment • Support coordination with internal and external stakeholders including client, designers, and contractors throughout the design phase. • Review and acceptance of documents produced by detailed designer for steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment. • Production of final documents (design & construction) to the clients and support the technical discussions. Key Relationships • EPR-E civil teams CLC and CLB • Members of the SZC civil program team • SZC Client organization • SZC Stakeholders Location EPR-E UK offices in Aztec West (Bristol) for a minimum of 3 days per week with the option for 2 days a week working from home. Skill level required Engineer Level 3 & Level 4 Technical Field Civil engineering structures and soil geotechnics study Delivery location UK Bristol Additional information Travel: ? Yes ? No Teleworking: ? Yes ? No* *at least 3 days a week in the office Required technical skills (consistent with the criteria for technical admissibility of tenders) Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC– Levels 3 & 4 Qualifications and experience: • Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in civil engineering • Civil engineering design office experience (variable depending on the level of the service required) • Experience in the nuclear sector would be advantageous. Knowledge and technical skills: Essential: • Knowledge and understanding of the Codes & Standards on CW • Knowledge of the Steel • Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety regulations. Desirable: • Knowledge of the UK Projects civil engineering design sequence and/or experience on HPC project would be advantageous. Preferred starting date Service  Skill level  Start date  Duration agreed (months)  Duration optional (months)    Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC – Coordination  Engineer 4 – CW Engineer  15/09/2024  15  6    Detailed Design of the steel lined pools, tanks, and inner containment for SZC  Engineers 3 – CW Engineer  15/09/2024  15  6   Estimated duration of the service As above Required software skills   Microsoft Word/Excel. Good knowledge of PDMS (or any 3D design software, consultation), TEKLA and/or Navisworks software (consultation).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a leading provider in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Design Engineer for its Avonmouth and Cranfield site. The Design Engineer role comes with a salary up to £35,000, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth. If you’re passionate about innovation, sustainability, and contributing to a safer and cleaner energy future, this is your chance to join a company committed to excellence and advancing nuclear technology worldwide. Explore the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, integrity, and the pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. Submit your CV to apply today.                    Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Design Lead you will:  
  • Create technical documents like 2D/3D designs, calculations, and bills of materials.
  • Manage the design process from concept to detailed design.
  • Ensure all project requirements are met and design reviews are completed.
  • Work closely with other teams to gather requirements and feedback.
  • Make sure safety and health regulations are followed in the designs.
  • Produce high-quality design deliverables (CAD drawings, documents, etc.).
  • Handle design changes and maintain accurate records.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Qualification in Mechanical/Design Engineering (HND or equivalent).
  • Experience with CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
  • Understanding of engineering standards, safety, and quality procedures.
Personal skills The Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Familiarity with ISO drafting standards, Eurocode 3, and FMEA/HAZOP.
  • Experience in the nuclear industry and/or Pressure Equipment Directive.
  • Strong skills in hand calculations and Excel.
Salary and benefits of the Design Engineer role
  • Salary up to £35,000
  • 25 days annual leave per year raising to 28
  • 8% Employer pension contribution
  • Individual and family private health care
  • Life assurance
   

Fire Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international leader in nuclear power to recruit a Fire Engineer for its Bristol based office. The Fire Engineer role comes with a base salary up to £65,000 with added benefits. If you’re a Fire Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that specialise in the nuclear steam supply systems with a 50+ year history, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Technical Manager you will:
  • Conduct internal studies on all buildings within the consortium’s design responsibilities, ensuring that safety functions are carried out in the even of a fire occurring within the plant.
  • Work with building leaders, systems engineers, civil engineers, and plant layout engineers to derive logical solutions for fire protection.
  • Analyse 3D models and identification of combustible materials in allocated regions.
  • Conduct temperature change calculations for simulated fires.
  • Complete studies for the risk of damage to certain systems.
  • Monitor the models and changes issued by engineering departments in terms of layout.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Engineering degree.
  • Working knowledge of Fire Regulations including BS9999
  • Calculations experience in Fire Protection.
      Salary and benefits of the Fire Engineer role  
  • A base salary from £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience.
  • Additional benefits discussed at interview.
  • An opportunity to work on the worlds largest nuclear construction projects with the tightest regulations adhered to.
 

Site Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Senior Site Chemist Hazardous Waste

West Bromwich £25,000- £30,000

 

Introduction

We are currently seeking a qualified Senior Site 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 Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations across the waste facility ensuring efficient and effective sampling, testing and analysis of the waste on-site to ensure safe and compliance processing at all times.

 

The Role

Working as their Senior Site Chemist, you will be responsible for:

  • Supporting in the supervision of a team of on-site Chemists, assisting with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site 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. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
  • Assisting with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
  • Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
  • Utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
  • 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 such as chemist check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets etc.
  • Other tasks as needed.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates must have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

Candidates should have experience working in a Site-based Chemist role or working within an industrial lab with a good understanding of the Waste Management/ Hazardous Waste industry.

This role will require you to work in a hands-on operational capacity outdoors in all weather conditions.

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 Maddy Smith on 03333 074 887 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]


Construction Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market recognised for its innovative solutions and technology for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector to recruit a Mechanical Construction Manager for its Hinkley Point C project.

 

The Mechanical Construction Manager position comes with a salary starting at £62,000, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership body support, and a wealth of other benefits.

 

If you’re a Construction Manager with a Mechanical bias and are looking to work for an organisation that rewards its employees for great work then submit your CV to apply today.

 

               

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager you will:  
  • Provide coordination and direction in the implementation and completion of site.
  • Ensure site works are executed and controlled.
  • Develop and lead the site management processes
  • Manage projects, site activities and participate in bids for site or project management activities.
  • Ensure site work delivery planning is in line with HSE/CDM practices.
  • Develop, lead, and oversee site teams.
  • Manage relationships with stakeholders and client.
  • Provide site reports and manage the day to day running of the site activities.

 

Professional qualifications

 

We are looking for someone with the following:

 
  • City and Guilds or NVQ level 3 (minimum) in Engineering with a Mechanical bias.
  • SMSTS
  • CSCS
  • IOSH Managing safely

 

 

Personal skills

 

The Mechanical Construction Manager role would suit someone who is:

 
  • Managing site activities in excess of £5M.
  • A strong HSE understanding with CDM 2015 regulations

 

 

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Construction Manager role

 
  • A salary starting at £62,000 per annum.
  • 8% Employer pension contributions.
  • Accommodation allowances (tax free)
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Professional membership body support
  • Private healthcare

 

 

 

 


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

Mechanical Plant Fitter
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Mechanical Fitter Waste Transfer Station Barking- Essex £19.74 per hour   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 maintenance team at their waste transfer station in Barking.   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:
  • Hands on maintenance across the site on both fixed and mobile plant including compactors, shredders and on-site conveyor systems.
  • Maintaining pumps, motors, gearboxes, stirrers, mixers, and all associated plant.
  • 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.
  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A relevant qualification in an Mechanical engineering discipline, HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, manufacturing)
  • Experience of working on heavy industrial machinery including pumps, conveyors, optical sorters, compactors, loading plant etc.
  How to Apply  To apply for this position, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon on [email protected] or call me directly on 02392 222 964.

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

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