Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit an Operations Technician to join its CCGT site in Rochester, Kent. The Operations Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £49,000 basic salary, £12,000 Shift Allowance and £2,100 SE allowance and very competitive benefit package including 20% bonus, medical insurance and 10% pension contributions. If you are an experienced DCS Operator on process plant who holds a HNC, or would be willing to work towards one, please submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role Reporting to the Production Team Leader you will: Operate and monitor the CCGT plant to ensure safe, efficient and reliable generation performance. Support the Production Team Leader with all production and operational activities across the site. Analyse plant performance data and diagnose operational issues to maximise plant availability. Start, stop and...

Mechanical Site Supervisor Location: Snodland Rate: 430 - 450 per day (PAYE Only) Start: ASAP Duration: Long-term opportunity Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Supervisor to join a major water infrastructure scheme in Snodland. This is a secure, long-term contract opportunity focusing on the installation and upgrade of key mechanical water assets. The project involves complex mechanical packages including storage tanks, large-diameter high-pressure pipework, and pumping systems. We need a dedicated, technical supervisor to lead mechanical subcontractors on the ground, ensuring high-quality installations and strict adherence to safety standards. Key Responsibilities On-Site Supervision: Direct, coordinate, and supervise all mechanical sub-contractors and supply chain partners across mechanical fabrication, erection, and installation phases. Technical Compliance: Read, interpret, and work strictly from Isometric, General...

Summary: Are you looking for a role where your technical input directly shapes water infrastructure? Do you have the communication skills to negotiate with Tier 1 contractors and the technical knowledge to challenge a design review? We are searching for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to provide critical technical and operational support to the Project Manager throughout the full lifecycle of schemes with a focus on civil engineering - from Initial Concept and Feasibility through to Commissioning and Final Handover. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will ensure the seamless delivery of infrastructure projects, maintaining momentum from the pre-construction phase to site completion. Main responsibilities: Performing administrative tasks as required, including preparing estimates and invoices and keeping track of the project's progress, usually with the help of specific software and technical experts. Reporting to the project manager on the project's progress...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement (12 months) to be based at its CCGT site in Kent or in North London. The Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer role comes with a salary of 26,000 + benefits. If you are currently completing your Mechanical Engineering degree, and looking for an industrial placement at a leading company, with future opportunities then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement role Reporting to the Maintenance Strategy Team you will: Support the planning and coordination of major outages and maintenance events, ensuring activities are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Assist in the delivery of small-scale engineering projects and plant modifications from concept through to implementation. Contribute to the development of medium- and long-term asset strategies to improve plant reliability,...

Summary: Do you want to be part of a team restoring healthy river ecosystems across the South East Water catchment? Are you passionate about environmental restoration and ready to make a tangible impact in the South East? As Environmental Performance Officer - River Restoration, you will deliver catchment based restoration (both river restoration and Nature-based Solution (NbS) projects within the Water Industry National Environment Programme to promote a healthy environment ecosystem across the South East Water catchment area. You will work closely with partners, land-owners and contractors to deliver a range of exciting projects that involves all stages from early planning stages, surveying, modelling, design and supervision of site works. Main responsibilities: Assist in the development of a programme of restoration and enhancement projects. Work with our partners to ensure all environmental aspects of projects are managed from initial design stage, through to...

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit an Electrical Engineer for their Combine Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Station in Rochester, Kent. The vital Electrical Maintenance Engineer role comes with with a basic salary of up to 83,000 + a performance related bonus + other excellent benefits. If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Engineer role As Electrical Enigneer you will: Provide technical support for electrical systems on site Plan, execute, and oversee Electrical Engineering projects. Deliver technical expertise to shape maintenance strategies, offering engineering support for the site Coordinate and support maintenance work as needed to ensure continuous plant operation. Work towards achieving demanding targets in...

Production Technician Dover, Kent 36,000 (including shift allowance) Full-Time, Permanent 25 days + 8 days bank holidays (plus your Birthday off) Life Assurance & Health & Benefits Scheme 5% matched pension scheme Free parking and subsidised canteen We are looking for an experienced Production Technician with a background in electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly and for whom quality, precision, and continuous improvement are key. Our global manufacturing client in Dover is offering an excellent opportunity for someone to work with advanced PCB assembly equipment and contribute to the production of high-quality electronic products. The Role As a Production Technician, you will play a vital role in the manufacture of electronic assemblies, operating Through Hole production lines, conducting quality checks, troubleshooting operational issues, and performing routine machine maintenance. Working closely with Team Leaders and Coordinators, you will help...

Astute are working on behalf of a leading operator of Energy from Waste plants to find a Project Engineer for their largest assets located in the South East of England. The Energy from Waste site in the Kent area has a capacity to process 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating 34MW of power for the surrounding area. As a Project Engineer you will be responsible for taking the site lead on all plant & equipment upgrades from conception through to delivery & execution. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for: Responsible for the conception, delivery & execution of plant process and equipment upgrade projects on the facility. Carry out risk assessments, tender specifications, and progress reports on projects. Manage, monitor & evaluate...

Setting Out Engineer This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual with a good level of qualification, coupled with at least 1-3 years relevant setting out experience from the civil engineering, construction, infrastructure or groundworks sectors. Attendance on site is required, so a full UK driving licence, all required certifications (CSCS etc) and the willingness to travel is essential. Due to continued expansion, an abundant pipeline of works, and the recent award of a number of long-term major contracts, our client is now looking to appoint individuals who will be responsible for leading and managing all setting out aspects of various projects. The position will provide support to the engineering, project and site management teams to enable accurate setting out, accurate quantities of materials and plant required, quality checking and control of sub-contractors and timely site mobilisation. Typical Duties Verify the accuracy of survey...

Job Title: CAD Technician Location: Ashford, Kent - The successful candidate will need to live within a daily commutable distance of the office. Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00 At Boon Edam, we design, manufacture, and maintain high-quality entrance systems-from revolving doors and security doors to innovative speed gates. We support our customers at every stage of the process, from specifying the right product to installation, maintenance, and ongoing support. Are you passionate about producing accurate technical designs, improving drawing standards, and helping the business deliver projects right first time? If so, our CAD Technician role may be for you! What Do We Expect From You? At Boon Edam Limited, we are committed to delivering high quality entrance solutions and outstanding service to our customers. As a CAD Technician, you will play a key role in producing accurate, high-quality...

Summary: Are you a skilled mechanical engineer looking for a role that offers both technical challenge and a genuine work-life balance? Do you want to use your expertise to lead meaningful projects that provide a vital service to our community? As one of our Senior Mechanical Engineers, you'll provide the technical leadership needed to keep our MEICA team moving forward. This is a varied role where you'll oversee resource allocation, solve complex mechanical queries, and help deliver capital engineering schemes from the initial design through to commissioning. Whether you're an experienced professional looking for a more stable, value-driven environment or a rising talent ready to step into a senior position, you'll find plenty of opportunity here to make a tangible impact. Main Responsibilities: Develop Technical Solutions: Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams-including Process and Civil-to create integrated, practical solutions for water infrastructure. Lead...