Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a C&I Commissioning Engineer to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based inChester, Cheshire. The C&I Commissioning Engineer comes with a day rate from 500.00 to 525.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Responsibile for all Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Review and validate loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Coordinate 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 with the Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer. Develop and execute detailed commissioning procedures, method statements, and test...

About Arup Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join. Job description - the role AMS is the world's leading provider of Talent Acquisition and Management Services. Our contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) service acts as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provides professional interim and temporary resources. We partner with Arup to support contingent recruitment processes. On behalf of Arup, we are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer for a 6 month contract based in Manchester. Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience Role - Senior Electrical...

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Circuit Engineer to take technical ownership of high-voltage electricity distribution networks and play a key role in keeping customers connected safely and reliably. This is a senior, authoritative engineering role with genuine accountability. You'll be trusted to make decisions on live networks, provide technical leadership, and act as a key interface between operations, projects and planning teams. What you'll be doing Acting as technical authority for assigned HV circuits (typically 11kV / 33kV). Planning, approving and supporting complex switching, outages and network reconfigurations. Leading and supporting fault investigation, restoration and root cause analysis. Ensuring full compliance with Electrical Safety Rules, company policies and ENA standards. Providing engineering assurance for reinforcement, refurbishment and new connection schemes. Reviewing designs from internal teams and third-party providers (ICPs/IDNOs)....

Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Contract) Location: Newark Rate: £33 - £35.00 p/h Shift: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights rotation 6:00 to 18:00 / 18:00 to 6:00) Start Date: May We re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing site. This is a hands-on role with a strong electrical bias, supporting production through a mix of reactive and planned maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repairs Support reactive breakdowns and PPM activities Work on 3-phase systems, motors, inverters, and control panels Assist with electrical installations and modifications Help improve machine reliability and efficiency Requirements: Level 3 engineering qualification Strong electrical fault-finding skills (PLC knowledge beneficial but not essential) Experience working with 3-phase systems, drives, motors, and control equipment Ability to read and work from electrical drawings Heavy...

Panel Wireman 3 month Rolling Contract Based in Peterborough Monday - Friday 10 Hour Shifts Up To 50/60 hours available £20ph Umbrella Opportunity to work for a major controls panel manufacturing company generating over £15milion annually. If you are looking for a new contract, then please contact Adil Shaikh on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) The day-to-day responsibilities of the Panel Wirer will include the following: Fabricate panels and fit electrical components according to detailed engineering drawings Drilling, Tapping, Trunking, Conduit of panel etc Installing electrical components such as circuit breakers, fuses, PLC s Power supplies, motors, drives etc Wiring panels crimping soldiering, terminating, stripping wires Basic testing of control panels The Panel Wireman must possess the following skills & experience: Proven experience in panel wirer within an industrial environment Understanding schematics and layout drawings Expertise...

Job Title: Mechanical Craft Person Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start Date: Subject to clearance Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: Up to 30.38 PAYE Location: Preston Hybrid/Remote Working: On site role Hours of work: 8 &12.5 hour shifts patterns (full time) About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Technician to join our team in the nuclear sector. This is a shift-based role, requiring flexibility and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational performance. Key Responsibilities: Operate, monitor, and maintain plant equipment in accordance with strict safety and regulatory standards. Perform routine inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance to ensure plant reliability. Accurately record operational data and report any anomalies promptly. Work collaboratively with engineers and other team members to support continuous improvement initiatives. Adhere to all nuclear safety, environmental, and...

I'm recruiting for a HV Design Engineer to work on a long contract outside of IR35 to work with a leading international engineering and consulting group. They work in close partnership with clients to solve complex challenges around the movement of people, goods, and services-delivering innovative, resilient infrastructure solutions. With a strong focus on future-ready design, they are at the forefront of developing smarter, more efficient infrastructure that responds to evolving technologies, changing behaviours, and increasing demand. Their approach puts people at the heart of design, combining technical excellence with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture. With ambitious growth plans in the UK, this is an excellent time to join the business as they continue to expand their footprint and reputation across the energy and infrastructure sectors. Hybrid working based out of offices in either London, Birmingham, York, Manchester, Edinburgh or Reading. They are...

Job title: EC&I Senior Project Engineer Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Month Pay rate: Depends on experience Location: Malton Hybrid/Remote Working: Onsite Hours of work: 37 hours Role information: A senior-level engineer responsible for delivering safe, compliant, and effective engineering solutions for complex industrial projects. The role involves leading the engineering aspects of projects from concept through to commissioning and handover, ensuring all work meets technical standards, safety regulations, and stakeholder requirements. Define project requirements and develop engineering solutions Produce and approve technical specifications and design Manage and oversee detailed design and contractor work Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards Support project planning, execution, and risk management Supervise construction, commissioning, and final handover Maintain configuration control and...

Senior Project Manager (HV Transmission) Due to continued growth and expansion within the UK transmission sector, we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects supporting programmes for National Grid and other major utilities. This role will lead complex HV substation and transmission works from early-stage feasibility through to commissioning and energisation, ensuring delivery to the highest standards of safety, quality, programme performance, and regulatory compliance. Location: Hybrid - site locations across the UK, and remote working. This role is suitable for Permenant staff or Contractors Role Overview The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex HV substation and transmission projects, ensuring alignment with client governance frameworks, National Grid technical standards, and regulatory requirements. You will lead multidisciplinary project...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a specialist and fast growing mechanical and electrical services provider, delivering services to the power generation sector, to recruit a Senior Authorised Person on a 3 month for its Purfleet site. The Senior Authorised Person role comes with a day rate of 550 per day. Key skills required for the Senior Authorised Person role 11kV SAP Authorisation Experience working with industrial scale equipment, ideally Gas Engine experience Decommissioning, isolating and preparing large plant for removal/transport experience HV/LV Electrical Safety Compliance knowledge Permit-to-Work & Contractor Control - coordinating electrical works during decommissioning periods EU Passport is desirable Location, day rate and timeframe of the Senior Authorised Person role Intitial 3 Month contract in the UK If eligible, chance to continue contract for 6-9 months in the Ukraine. Outside IR35 Astute People are acting as an employment...

We are partnering with a leading consultancy and professional services firm specialising in delivering innovative, modern data centre solutions. They are expanding their engineering team and seeking Intermediate and Senior Electrical Design Engineers to help deliver a wide range of technically challenging and high-value projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that champions innovation, collaboration, and long-term professional development. You'll take responsibility for the design and delivery of electrical systems, from concept through to commissioning, ensuring robust and high-quality solutions for mission-critical environments. You'll be involved in a variety of consultancy packages including: Strategic consultancy, feasibility studies, and master planning Detailed electrical design and specification Engineering, commissioning, and IST management Certifications, compliance, and performance validation Key Responsibilities Design and...

NRL are recruiting a Project Engineer with Substation experiece to work on a groundbreaking Smart Campus project. Project Logistics and Schedule The role is a contract position expected to begin asap and continue through the end of December. The work schedule is 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. There is no planned evening or weekend work. Project Overview The substation is a 400/132 KV facility that forms part of a larger Smart Campus project, which involves a large data center and an electric vehicle battery factory. The site is currently in the mobilization phase, and while the work is heavily focused on civils, the role is specifically for a power project engineer. The overall project is scheduled to run until 2029. Candidate Requirements and Qualifications The role requires specific accreditations, primarily an Earthing Application Person (EAP), Earthing Control Person (ECP), or a Low Voltage Authorised Person (LVAP)....

Astute's Contract team is working with a well-established energy from waste business for an Electric Engineer contract role for their renewable energy plant in South London. The Electrical Engineer will be Inside IR35 with a day rate between 350- 450 per day. This contract will be bridging the gap till a permanent hire joins the team. Contract duration could be anywhere from 2 months - 6 months. After, there is potential to move into the Project team on an ad-hoc basis. Key Skills Required for the role: Diagnose, repair and maintain electrical systems, including motors, PLCs, control panels, sensors and circuits. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical equipment. Perform fault-finding and troubleshoot complex electrical issues in a timely manner. Must have's: A recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent) 17th / 18th Edition wiring regulations certified Full UK Driving License Astute People are acting as an...

Power BI Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Design & Documentation Engineer to join a multidisciplinary Electrical Systems team working on advanced industrial and scientific equipment. The team is responsible for the design, installation and commissioning of low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) pulsed power supplies, control systems, diagnostics and safety systems within a complex engineering environment. In this role, you will support a variety of projects by producing electrical schematics and documentation for both new installations and existing systems. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to develop solutions, improve processes, and ensure equipment is correctly documented and installed. The scope of work ranges from small electrical assemblies to large and complex machinery and infrastructure installations. Key Responsibilities Create documentation packages in line with company procedures and relevant...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join one of the country's leading facilities management companies. This will be a mobile role working on a supermarket contract. Ideal candidate location - Maidstone or any of the below sites: Ashford, Swanley, Broadstairs, Canterbury, Chatham, Gillingham, St Leonards on Sea, Maidstone, Eastbourne, Ramsgate, Sittingbourne, Rochester Key Responsibilities: Servicing and maintenance of Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, CCTV Systems and Access Control. Providing callout response for the client as per callout rota. Representing the company in a way which ensures customer satisfaction and professionalism. Taking a pro-active approach to client liaison and ensuring that concerns are dealt with or relayed to management as necessary. Ensuring that administration requirements are actioned on time and all necessary documentation and records are maintained accurately. Staying in compliance with...

Job Title: Wireman - 132kV Substation Renewal (NGED Framework) Location: Coventry, Midlands Start Date: 11th March 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Job Type: Temporary Hours: 45 hours per week Rate: 330 per day (CIS) Positions Available: 3 We are recruiting three experienced Wiremen to support delivery of a 132kV Substation Renewal project in Coventry, working under the NGED framework. This opportunity is with a major UK infrastructure contractor (client name withheld) delivering works within a live DNO substation environment. Project Location: National Grid Coventry 132kV Substation Framework: National Grid Electricity Distribution The Role: As a Wireman, you will be responsible for installing, terminating and testing LV, control, protection and instrumentation cabling associated with substation works. Key Responsibilities: Interpret wiring diagrams and engineering drawings to deliver precise electrical installations Install, gland, crimp and terminate LV, control and...

P6 Planning Consultant Infrastructure Projects (Outside IR35) Location: Hook (Hybrid approx. 3 days onsite) Rate: £500 per day Ltd (Outside IR35) Contract: 12 months Start: ASAP An experienced P6 Planning Consultant is required to provide specialist planning support across a portfolio of major infrastructure upgrade projects. This Outside IR35 engagement is suited to an experienced planner capable of operating autonomously, developing robust multi-disciplinary programmes and providing clear schedule insight to support project delivery. The role will be primarily hybrid, with regular site attendance to verify progress and ensure programmes accurately reflect construction sequencing and site conditions. Role Overview The successful consultant will deliver expert planning services across multiple infrastructure schemes. The role requires advanced Primavera P6 capability, strong construction sequencing knowledge across civil engineering and M&E works, and practical site...