Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 6x Mechanical Commissioning Technicians to join the EPC Contractor on the decommissioning of a CHP plant based in Purfleet. The 6x Mechanical Commissioning Technician roles come with a day rate from 400.00 to 450.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Carry out mechanical commissioning and decommissioning activities on CHP plant systems, including safe shutdown, isolation, and preparation of equipment for dismantling. Assist with the decommissioning of gas engines and/or gas turbines, including controlled run-downs, fluid draining, preservation, and disconnection of mechanical systems. Perform mechanical inspections, condition assessments, and verification of plant status prior to and during decommissioning works. Execute isolation, de-energisation, and lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures in line with site safety and permit-to-work systems. Support removal and disconnection of...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 2x C&I Commissioning Technicians to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based inChester, Cheshire. The 2x C&I Commissioning Technicians come with a day rate from 450.00 to 475.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Carry out Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Perform loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Assist with commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant. Ideally have Valmet DCS experience on a power generation project. Follow and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and test...

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer Location: Renfrew Rate: DOE (Dependent on Experience) Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Control Systems Engineer to support the delivery of control systems projects across a range of industrial environments. The successful candidate will have experience in the design, development, testing, and commissioning of control systems, with a strong technical background in PLCs, SCADA, and motion control technologies. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and implement control systems solutions in line with project requirements Program and configure PLCs and SCADA systems (Rockwell and/or Siemens platforms) Develop and integrate motion control systems where required Produce functional design specifications, test documentation, and technical reports Conduct functional testing (FAT/SAT) to ensure systems meet performance and safety requirements Support commissioning activities on-site and remotely Troubleshoot and resolve...

Role: Fire Safety Engineer Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 months plus Pay: 555 (paye), 750 umbrella The Role The Fire Safety Specialist is part of a team of dedicated fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the Head of Site Environment, Fire Safety, Radiation Protection & Harbours. The main purpose of the job is to determine and document the fire safety strategy, develop supporting project standards and guidance, drive improvements in safety culture, management systems, performance and to coordinate and cooperate with the NNB Fire Safety Team to assist them in delivering their aims effectively. This will include, but is not limited to, problem solving and establishing innovative solutions to fire safety challenges faced during construction and commissioning, recommending temporary fire safety solutions to include temporary compartmentation, smoke control, fire barriers, fire water supply, fire alarm and...

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: Up to 400 per day (Outside IR35, dependent on experience) Location: Manchester (M32 0RS) - Hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week in the office) Contract Type: Contract About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support a range of ongoing projects within the UK regulated water industry. The role will focus on UMON projects at Sewage Treatment Works, working closely with a collaborative and experienced engineering design team to deliver high-quality solutions. About the Client Our client is a well-established engineering design consultancy operating across the UK rail and utilities sectors, with a growing portfolio within the water industry. They are known for their friendly, focused culture and strong commitment to employee wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Deliver detailed mechanical design solutions for projects within the UK water sector. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary...

Senior CE&I Design Engineer Rate- 53- 65.00 per hour Inside IR35 Location, Cumbria Role Overview The Senior Control, Electrical & Instrumentation (CE&I) Design Engineer is responsible for the delivery and technical leadership of high-quality design solutions within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment. The role involves leading design activities, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, and supporting projects from concept through to detailed design and implementation. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver CE&I design activities within a detailed design environment across the full project lifecycle. Provide technical leadership and guidance to a multi-disciplinary design team. Produce and review engineering design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and calculations. Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Apply strong knowledge of engineering drawing practices to...

Location - Leicester, LE3 Outside IR35 6 Month contract. We are looking for a qualified industrial electrical engineer who is able to execute remedial works following a site audit, working together with both our inhouse teams and contractors to ensure all remedial works are completed, with knowledge of PLC s, controls, safety circuits, guarding etc and able to manage our staff / other contractors and do a fair bit of admin / project Planning / validation / and be hands on when needed. Key Responsibilities Implement the MESS strategy for Leicester Site to achieve the 40% reduction target and put best practices in place. Take the lead for site during the MESS Assessments across the Leicester site Ownership and execution of the remediation action plan, working with the ML's and planners to execute the work. Carry out maintenance activities in accordance with detailed safety precautions and procedures. Comply to all regulatory and mandatory standards and...

Senior Geotechnical Engineer We're looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support the construction phase of a major infrastructure project. The role involves working as part of a small team, providing technical guidance, and ensuring design intent is correctly applied on site. A regular presence at the project's site offices is required (3 days per week). Site offices are located around Coleshill and Kenilworth. Key Responsibilities Geotechnical construction phase support, coordinating with technical leads and supporting junior staff. Review Inspection and Test Plans, witness selected site tests, and maintain clear, auditable records. Manage responses to site queries, field change requests, and non conformance reports, including internal assurance steps. Interpret instrumentation and monitoring data and recommend mitigation actions when needed. Carry out geological inspections, earthworks logging, and other site-based geotechnical assessments. Contribute to...

Job Title : Engineering Manager - DV Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £63.57/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV Essential: Leading within a project delivery environment Knowledge of production systems, process partner equipment, Previous design of integration into a new facility. Electrical understanding Multidisciplinary background Ensure that the Engineering Requirements are suitable and appropriate and advise the Senior Engineering Manage as such. Identify options, select the appropriate solution and provide the right facility design solutions such that, for allocated work packages, they: meet business needs and functional performance, through life performance, are licensable and are deliverable. Ensure the Design Intent and Design Information Configuration are maintained from facility design inception through to project handover. Key Accountabilities:...

Design Manager - Design Management, Fitout, Engineering, Construction Location: Old Oak Common/North Acton Contract Type: Contract Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. This Design Manager (Shafts & Headhouses DU) will manage the Stage 5 asset design and be responsible for leading and coordinating all design and disciplines associated with a particular asset, facilitate the delivery of the designs, ensuring the design is technically assured, delivered to programme and coordinated between design disciplines. You will also be responsible for the management of change control, have reporting responsibilities on progress and issues associated with the designs, and collaborate closely with all relevant disciplines within TSDU and...