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Astute People are recruiting an Electrical Commissioning Technician to join the commissioning team for their OCGT plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire on an initial 4-month contract.

The role requires hands-on commissioning of electrical components and systems, testing with injection test equipment, and collaboration with an international team to ensure safe start-up. Immediate start available and day rate £400–£475 outside IR35.

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for an Electrical Commissioning Technician to join the commissioning team for their OCGT plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire on an initial 4‑month contract basis.

The Electrical Commissioning Technician position comes with a day rate from £400.00 to £475.00 outside of IR35.

• Hands‑on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorised valves and instruments; fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
• Assist the commissioning engineers in carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimisation and troubleshooting, and filling in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols.
• Participate in walk‑downs for turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start‑up.
• Prepare the site for the electrical team to plan ahead for site works.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer for the project.
• At least 7 years of working experience in power station electrical (MV/LV and I&C) commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance as an Electrical Technician.
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Stewartby, Bedfordshire
• £400.00 to £475.00 per day (outside IR35)
• Immediate start date
• 4‑month contract

Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.

Astute People’s Power team is recruiting an O&M Assistant for an Energy from Waste site in Slough on a 6-month fixed term contract with private health insurance and other benefits. The role offers an entry point into the power industry in an industrial environment.

You will operate and monitor plant systems, support maintenance activities, and ensure records and inspections are kept up to date while following environmental permits and site safety procedures.

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with the largest producer of renewable energy from food waste in England and Wales. The company owns and operates a portfolio of anaerobic digestion plants. They are looking to recruit an Operative for their site near Oxford.

The Site Operative plays a vital part in ensuring the site is run correctly and high standards of health & safety are maintained. The role comes with a salary of up to £34,108 plus overtime, call‑out payments and an excellent benefits package.

• Support with the day‑to‑day running of the anaerobic digestion plant
• Carry out basic first‑line maintenance, such as isolating and changing pumps
• Operate mobile plant, such as a telehandler or loading shovel
• Take part in the on‑call rota
• Monitor the plant via the SCADA
• Keep the site clean and tidy
• Maintain high levels of health & safety
• Other duties as required

• Telehandler/Loading shovel/Tractor licence or in‑house training is essential
• Engineering qualification/certificate is desired
• Full UK driving licence

• Previous operator experience in a similar processing environment
• Mobile plant experience
• First‑line maintenance experience
• Agricultural experience is highly desired
• Great work ethic

• Basic salary up to £34,108
• Overtime and call‑out payments
• Bonus
• Holiday pay
• Other benefits discussed at interview

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative.

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Shift Operator for its Lower‑Tier COMAH site in Northampton.

The Shift Operator role comes with a competitive basic salary, shift allowance, benefits and opportunities for on‑the‑job training and further progression.

If you have a strong H&S awareness and/or experience in high‑hazard process environments and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, please submit your CV to apply today.

• Support the Shift Supervisor in the safe, efficient and compliant running of the terminal.
• Carry out routine checks and visual plant inspections according to instructions and report findings accurately in line with site procedures.
• Support with taking line and tank samples and testing against specifications.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with site procedures and COMAH regulations.
• Assist with other duties as required, including driving mobile plant and housekeeping tasks.

• Strong awareness of health & safety practices (e.g. IOSH). Relevant safety qualifications are a bonus.
• GCSEs grade 4‑9 including English & Maths, or equivalent.
• Operational experience in a high‑hazard process environment is highly desirable (e.g. fuel terminal, refinery, chemical process plant).
• Full UK driving licence.

• Strong communication skills with good reading, writing and comprehension abilities.
• Willingness to work a shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.
• Looking for an entry‑level role within a heavy process environment.

• Competitive basic salary.
• Shift allowance.
• Other excellent company benefits.
• Opportunities for training and further progression.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.

Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone.

Astute People seeks a Biogas Plant Operator to join our client in the Scunthorpe area. You will manage day-to-day operations of the renewable energy plant, monitor processes via SCADA (training provided) and carry out routine maintenance tasks.

A full UK driving licence is essential and outdoor environment experience is preferred. The role offers a competitive salary depending on experience, an on-site work pattern (4 on 4 off days), training provided, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Astute People are recruiting for a Site Operative near Oxford to help run the anaerobic digestion plant safely and efficiently, upholding high health and safety standards.

The role offers a basic salary up to £34,108 with overtime, call-out payments and an excellent benefits package. The successful candidate will participate in on-call duties, maintain equipment and operate mobile plant at the site.

Astute's Renewables team is proud to partner with a well‑established business within the Anaerobic Digestion sector. They are looking for a motivated, hardworking individual to join them at their site in the Scunthorpe area. The Biogas Plant Operator will be working a 4 on 4 off day shift pattern and be part of an on‑call rota once trained.

The Biogas Plant Operator role comes with a competitive salary, depending on experience and excellent company benefits.

If you’re an experienced Plant Operator with a strong mechanical maintenance background and are looking to work for an organisation that values their employees, then submit your CV to apply today.

Reporting to the Plant Manager you will:

• Carry out day to day operations of the renewable energy process plant
• Use SCADA control systems to monitor the process (training provided)
• Carry out general maintenance tasks such as changing and isolating a pump, greasing, oil and filter changes
• Support the biologist with carrying out analysis checks (training provided)
• Feed fuel into the process using mobile plant such as telehandlers
• Respond to machine and systems failures
• Ensure adherence with health & safety at all times
• Be part of an on‑call rota (once trained)
• Perform other duties as required

• Relevant Engineering qualification/certificate would be an advantage but not essential.
• Telehandler or other plant tickets such as loading shovel, tractor etc. not essential.
• A full UK Driving Licence (essential)

• Experience working in a similar outdoor environment
• First line maintenance experience
• Genuine interest in working in the renewable energy sector
• Good work ethic and desire to work as part of a supportive team

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Bonus
• Excellent benefits package
• Use of work vehicle when on call‑out rota
• Company mobile phone
• Training provided

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Shift Supervisor for its Lower-Tier COMAH site in Northampton.

The Shift Supervisor role comes with a competitive basic salary + shift allowance, benefits and opportunity for on-the-job training & further progression.

If you have a strong H&S awareness and/or experience in high-hazard process environments and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today.

• Supervise safe handling of all fuels and additives received, stored and distributed on site, in line with safety standards and legislation.
• Act as the competent person on site in absence of the Operations Supervisor.
• Oversee the maintenance and integrity of terminal plant and equipment to support safe and reliable operations.
• Manage day-to-day terminal operations, coordinating drivers and contractors to maintain efficient logistics and high customer service standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring regulatory compliance, monitoring operational performance, and building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• NVQ Level 3 in a process or engineering discipline
• IOSH or equivalent safety qualification
• Experience supervising operations within a high-hazard, continuous process environment (e.g. fuel terminal, refinery, chemical process plant).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, including Excel.
• A strong awareness of health & safety practices is essential.
• Full UK Driving License

• A strong communicator
• Experienced in maintaining and driving a strong safety culture on site by ensuring compliance of all safety rules and procedures.
• Happy to work a shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.

• Competitive basic salary
• Shift allowance
• Other excellent company benefits
• Opportunities for training and further progression

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.