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Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a Site Supervisor to join the Mechanical Sub-Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in the Midlands on an initial 3 months basis outside of IR35 (strong potential to be extended past the 3 months).

The Site Supervisor position comes with a day rate from £350.00 to £400.00 outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Supervise and coordinate daily site activities across the steelwork and piping installation packages, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
• Lead and oversee teams of welders, pipefitters and mechanical operatives, allocating work, monitoring productivity and maintaining high quality standards.
• Ensure all mechanical installation activities are carried out in accordance with engineering drawings, project specifications and applicable industry standards.
• Coordinate closely with the Project Director, client representatives and other contractors to manage interfaces, resolve technical issues and maintain programme milestones.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, safety briefings and site inspections, promoting a strong health, safety and quality culture across the workforce.
• Monitor progress against the construction schedule, identify potential delays and implement corrective actions to keep works on track.
• Support permit-to-work, RAMS, lifting operations and isolation procedures, ensuring full compliance with site and company HSE requirements.
• Carry out quality inspections, manage punch lists and oversee the completion of mechanical works through to testing, commissioning and final handover.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, labour returns, progress updates and material requirements.
• Previous experience supervising mechanical installation teams on conventional power stations, OCGT, CCGT, Energy from Waste or heavy industrial construction projects is highly desirable.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Site Supervisor position:

• Midlands.
• £350.00 to £400.00 per day (Outside IR35)
• Immediate start date
• 3 months (Potential for an extension)

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Astute's Strategic Division are currently recruiting for Health and Safety Advisors to join a vastly growing Global EPC Contractor for their Large-scale Solar farm in the Cardiff area. The HSE Advisor position comes with a salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 plus company benefits Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Assist the HSE Site Supervisor in the site setup and establishment in accordance with CDM and welfare regulations.
• Assist the HSE Site Supervisor in ensuring the Construction Phase Plan, Integrated Management System and contractual safety requirements are effective and implemented across the project. Where gaps are identified advice must be delivered to ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Assist the HSE Site Supervisor in monitoring all work (direct and sub-contractor) to ensure that safe systems of work are adopted.
• Deputise for the HSE Supervisor in times of absence from the site. 
• Ensure that all accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences are thoroughly investigated and reported detailing causes, conclusions, and recommendations to avoid recurrence and collecting all accident book entries for archiving with the support of the Health and Safety Manager.
• Provision of HSE support and advice to the EPC team
• Completion of HSE audits and inspections on sites
• Analysis of audit findings and working closely with site teams to effectively close out nonconformities
• Assist in drafting and reviewing of Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Encourage an open and positive safety culture.
• Support the workforce to reduce H&S risks.
• Identify training needs and competency requirements.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and Induction Training as required.
• Participate in daily contractor meetings.
• Collect the monthly HSE statistics from projects
• Hold first-aid 3 day course certificate
• NEBOSH
• Ideally hold an SMSTS cert

Location, salary and timeframe of the Health and Safety Advisor position:

• Cardiff Area
• Salary - £40,000 to £45,000 plus company benefits
• Start date - December 2026

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Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a leading global ICP/EPC contractor delivering major utility-scale solar developments across the West and South Midlands to recruit a Senior Technician to work across multiple operational solar projects. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £42,948, plus a 10% pension, private healthcare and life insurance, with a planned start date of November 2026. If you're an experienced Technician with a strong electrical, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading renewable energy contractor and support the ongoing operation and maintenance of multiple solar sites. Responsibilities of the Senior Solar Technician Reporting to the Senior O&M Technician, you will:

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance across LV and HV electrical systems at operational solar sites.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across DC/LV systems, circuit protection and associated equipment.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with Electrical Safety Rules (ESRs), RAMS and site safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and prepare RAMS and LV switching schedules.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors, subcontractors and specialist suppliers where required.
• Support maintenance procedure development, continuous improvement and a positive HS&E culture.
• Liaise with operational management and site teams, completing all required maintenance and administrative documentation.

Required qualifications and experience To be considered, you must have:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a field technician ideally on solar PV or BESS projects.
• A qualified electrician background
• Experience in electrical fault-finding, testing and diagnostics.
• Good knowledge of DC and LV electrical systems

Desirable experience It would be an advantage, but is not essential, to have:

• Experience supporting HV/LV maintenance activities across multiple operational utility-scale solar sites.
• Experience producing RAMS, preparing switching schedules and coordinating specialist maintenance contractors.
• Experience developing maintenance procedures and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Salary and benefits

• £35,000 to £42,948 per annum.
• 10% pension
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance.

 

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Astute's Strategic Division are currently recruiting for Health and Safety Advisors to join a vastly growing Global EPC Contractor for their Large-scale Solar farm in Cressing, Braintree. The HSE Advisor position comes with a salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 plus company benefits Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Assist the HSE Site Supervisor in the site setup and establishment in accordance with CDM and welfare regulations.
• Assist the HSE Site Supervisor in ensuring the Construction Phase Plan, Integrated Management System and contractual safety requirements are effective and implemented across the project. Where gaps are identified advice must be delivered to ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Assist the HSE Site Supervisor in monitoring all work (direct and sub-contractor) to ensure that safe systems of work are adopted.
• Deputise for the HSE Supervisor in times of absence from the site. 
• Ensure that all accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences are thoroughly investigated and reported detailing causes, conclusions, and recommendations to avoid recurrence and collecting all accident book entries for archiving with the support of the Health and Safety Manager.
• Provision of HSE support and advice to the EPC team
• Completion of HSE audits and inspections on sites
• Analysis of audit findings and working closely with site teams to effectively close out nonconformities
• Assist in drafting and reviewing of Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Encourage an open and positive safety culture.
• Support the workforce to reduce H&S risks.
• Identify training needs and competency requirements.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and Induction Training as required.
• Participate in daily contractor meetings.
• Collect the monthly HSE statistics from projects
• Hold first-aid 3 day course certificate
• NEBOSH
• Ideally hold an SMSTS cert

Location, salary and timeframe of the Health and Safety Advisor position:

• Cressing, Braintree.
• Salary - £40,000 to £45,000 plus company benefits
• Start date - December 2026

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Astute's Strategic Division are currently recruiting for 2 Civil Engineers to join the EPC Contractor across 2 new build BESS projects in Gersthofen & Irsingen, Germany on an initial 6 months contract basis.

The Civil Engineer positions come with a day rate from €350.00 to €400.00 per day.  Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Support the delivery of civil engineering works during the early construction stages of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
• Coordinate and oversee site preparation activities, including earthworks, excavation, grading, drainage and ground improvement works.
• Manage the construction of foundations and concrete works for battery containers, transformers, switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Review civil drawings, specifications, method statements and technical documentation to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with civil subcontractors, site management, designers and other engineering disciplines to ensure construction activities remain on programme.
• Monitor site progress, quality and workmanship, identifying and resolving civil engineering issues as they arise.
• Ensure civil works comply with relevant German regulations, project specifications, approved designs and applicable construction standards.
• Support the installation and coordination of underground infrastructure, including cable trenches, ducting, drainage systems and service routes.
• Assist with inspections, quality documentation, RFIs, technical queries and the completion of civil construction records and handover documentation.
• Work closely with the EPC Project Manager and wider site team to ensure civil packages are completed safely and efficiently ahead of electrical installation and BESS equipment mobilisation.
• Ideally have BESS site experience is key, secondary experience in Solar or Wind projects.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Civil Engineer positions:

• €350.00 to €400.00 per day - German Nationals ideally
• Gersthofen & Irsingen, Germany
• Start date - October 2026
• 6 months initially

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Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for an Accountant to join the Finance Division for a growing EPC Contractor within the Power and Renewable Energy Industries on a 12 months fixed term contract basis in Central London.

The Accountant position comes with a salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and trial balance, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all financial records
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports in line with group reporting requirements and consolidation timelines
• Manage SAP S/4HANA (Finance/FA module) activities, including postings, reconciliations, and fixed asset accounting
• Oversee and coordinate the year-end and interim external audit process, acting as the main point of contact for auditors
• Support group consolidation by preparing and submitting accurate financial data within strict deadlines
• Liaise closely with the tax team to ensure compliance with UK tax regulations, VAT returns, and statutory requirements
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g. UK GAAP / IFRS)
• Collaborate with UK and HQ teams to ensure consistency in financial processes, controls, and reporting standards
• Contribute to process improvements and system efficiencies within SAP S/4HANA and wider finance operations

Location, salary and timeframe of the Accountant position:

• Central London
• Salary - £45,000 to £55,000
• Start date - May 2026
• 12 months fixed term contract

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Astute's Strategic Division are currently recruiting for 2 Civil Engineers to join the EPC Contractor across 2 new build BESS projects in Gersthofen & Irsingen, Germany.

The Civil Engineer positions come with a salary from €62,000 to €65,000 plus benefits. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Support the delivery of civil engineering works during the early construction stages of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
• Coordinate and oversee site preparation activities, including earthworks, excavation, grading, drainage and ground improvement works.
• Manage the construction of foundations and concrete works for battery containers, transformers, switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Review civil drawings, specifications, method statements and technical documentation to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with civil subcontractors, site management, designers and other engineering disciplines to ensure construction activities remain on programme.
• Monitor site progress, quality and workmanship, identifying and resolving civil engineering issues as they arise.
• Ensure civil works comply with relevant German regulations, project specifications, approved designs and applicable construction standards.
• Support the installation and coordination of underground infrastructure, including cable trenches, ducting, drainage systems and service routes.
• Assist with inspections, quality documentation, RFIs, technical queries and the completion of civil construction records and handover documentation.
• Work closely with the EPC Project Manager and wider site team to ensure civil packages are completed safely and efficiently ahead of electrical installation and BESS equipment mobilisation.
• Ideally have BESS site experience is key, secondary experience in Solar or Wind projects.
• Hold right to work in Germany
• Speak German Language min level B2

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Civil Engineer positions:

• Salary - €62,000 to €65,000 plus benefits
• German Nationals / EU Nationals
• Gersthofen & Irsingen, Germany
• Start date - October 2026

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