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...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a large-scale European Engineering and Construction company to recruit a Shift Engineer on 2 months for its Cheshire site. The Shift Engineer role comes with a rate of 550- 600 per day. Key skills required for the Shift Engineer role Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Flue Gas Treatment System, maintaining all process parameters within defined operational and environmental limits. Monitor plant performance in real time, identify and respond to process deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain stable operation. Carry out and record shift operations, including detailed log keeping, handovers, and reporting of plant events, abnormalities, and performance issues. Ensure full compliance with site safety procedures, permits to work, environmental regulations, and operational risk assessments, escalating incidents and near misses appropriately. Coordinate with maintenance teams for fault diagnosis,...

SPEN Authorised Standby Man (APSS) Location: Edinburgh Start Date: ASAP Duration: 4 Months+ Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience and authorisation) Search are currently recruiting for an SPEN Authorised Standby Man to join an ongoing project in Edinburgh on the Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN) framework. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing authorised standby duties on a live substation environment, ensuring all works are carried out safely and in full compliance with SPEN safety rules and procedures. Key Requirements: Valid SPEN Authorisation up to and including APSS Proven experience working within SPEN substations Strong understanding of substation safety rules, permits, and procedures Previous experience working on the Scottish Power framework Ability to work independently and maintain high safety standards at all times Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to site safety Role Responsibilities: Act as the Authorised Standby...

Job Title: Senior Construction Project Manager Location: London (2 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 31/12/26 Daily Rate: £700/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC The Role: This person would be the senior project manager for a high profile project in the built environment sector taking place in London and would have the technical and scheduling knowledge to manage the contractors delivery teams and designer. Job Responsibilities: Lead construction delivery. Hold the contractor to account on scheduling and cost. Risk Management & Mitigation. Identify potential project roadblocks such as permit delays or budget overruns and implement strategies to keep the project on track. Primary Liaison. Act as the main point of contact between the owner/developer and the design team (Architects/Engineers). Coordination between professional services, contractor, key stakeholders & internal stakeholders. Regular reporting...

SR163 / TP137 PC Representative - National Grid Substation Location: Cowley National Grid Substation, Oxford Job Type: Contract (Temporary) Start Date: 07/04/2026 End Date: 30/10/2026 Hours: 45 hours per week Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 Pay Rate: Up to 600/day Reason for Vacancy: Additional Capacity The Role: We are currently recruiting an experienced SR163 / TP137 PC Representative to support works on a live National Grid substation project at Cowley Substation. This is a key supervisory position acting as the Principal Contractor Representative, ensuring all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with National Grid standards. You will play a critical role in managing site activities, coordinating contractors, and upholding the highest levels of safety and operational control within a live HV environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as Principal Contractor Representative (PC Rep) on site Supervise and coordinate daily site activities across multiple workstreams...