Astute's Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPC Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from 550.00 to 575.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and coordinate all high-voltage (HV) commissioning activities associated with the 298MW OCGT plant, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery in line with project milestones. Execute detailed HV commissioning plans, switching schedules, and energisation procedures, aligned with the overall project commissioning strategy and grid connection programme. Supervise and manage pre-commissioning and commissioning of HV systems, including GIS/AIS switchgear, power transformers, generator step-up (GSU) transformers, protection & control systems, and grid interface...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a Site Quality Manager on a long-term contract for a project based in the Southeast of England from an April 2026 start. Key skills Oversee all Site Quality Control (QC) activities and the on-site Quality team Act as QC Lead reporting to the Project Site Manager, with functional reporting to the Project Quality Manager Ensure compliance with HSE, quality standards and contractual requirements Approve and control inspection and test plans, procedures, certifications and documentation Conduct and manage intermediate and final inspections (IIS, FIS, MEC/TOP). Record and manage deviations, non-conformances and progress in QC systems (e.g. PIRS, LMS, ALP) Must have boiler experience within Energy from Waste (EFW) or Power plant environments. Must have EPC (Teir 1 Contractor) experience Must hold a Welding qualification and/or CSWIP Welding Inspector certification Location, remuneration and timeframe of Site Quality Manager role...

Procurement and Strategic Category Lead Islington Contract £406.96 per day PAYE or £543.04 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a Procurement and Strategic Category Lead Will be expected to work a minimum of 2 days a week from the office with expectation of flexibility This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Key responsibilities 1. Lead a Category working cross departmentally with the associated strategy, action plan, procurement forward plan pipeline of contracts etc. Occasionally, deputising for the Head of Strategic Procurement and Category Management. Be technically capable to supply expert professional advice and hold with management responsibility across two category strategies. Provide technical and strategic procurement and category management advice to directors, senior managers, your service,...

Procurement and Strategic Category Lead Islington Contract £406.96 per day PAYE or £543.04 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a Procurement and Strategic Category Lead Will be expected to work a minimum of 2 days a week from the office with expectation of flexibility This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Key responsibilities 1. Lead a Category working cross departmentally with the associated strategy, action plan, procurement forward plan pipeline of contracts etc. Occasionally, deputising for the Head of Strategic Procurement and Category Management. Be technically capable to supply expert professional advice and hold with management responsibility across two category strategies. Provide technical and strategic procurement and category management advice to directors, senior managers, your service,...

Interim Finance Operations Manager 6 month contract £375 - £400 per day (Inside IR35) Charity / Not-for-Profit Hybrid working arrangements, 3 days a week on site (Leamington Spa) About the client We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Operations Manager to support a well-established charity based in the Midlands. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, ensuring strong financial controls, and leading a small, dedicated team. You will play a key role in maintaining business continuity during a transitional period, while also identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting. Accountabilities Lead and manage the finance operations function, overseeing a team of 5 staff members Ensure the smooth running of transactional finance activities (AP, AR, payroll, cash management) Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring...

This is a Client side opportunity for an M&E Project Manger working within a Client Side Construction Projects team for a significant Data Centre owner / operator. This is a live data centre and a busy role whereby you will be Project Managing various building services upgrades and retrofits on site KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Can hold others accountable. Stake holder management. Drive efficiencies in the program. Able to deliver under pressure and look for opportunities. MEP background comfortable managing contractors, consultants. Good communication skills able to work with client side internal operations teams and get the best from them. Strong experience in data centres, live DC environments and maintaining SLA availability tier 3 requirements. Strong Admin skills understanding of audit trails and developing/working to process. Methodical and effective in decisions. Able to report up blockers issues next steps and recommendations and track weekly progress. Solution...

Data Product Manager Location: Warwick (Hybrid, 2 days in the office per week) Contract Length: 6 Months Are you a data enthusiast with a knack for product management? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and want to play a key role in transforming the utilities industry? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! About Us: At our organization, we're committed to leveraging data to enhance customer experiences and drive innovation in the utilities sector. We believe in the power of data to inform decisions and create impactful solutions. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional data-driven products! What You'll Do: As a Data Product Manager, you'll be at the forefront of managing our data products through their entire lifecycle-from conception to delivery. Here's what you'll be responsible for: Product Management: - Champion our data products, ensuring they meet user needs and deliver financial benefits. - Manage the product backlog...

Randstad CPE is currently recruiting for a Freelance Design manager for the a rail / LUL project in London Our client is a market leader within Civil engineering and rail. The role is to provide design management support for the Civils andBuild works from ECI / inception to final commissioning/financial settlement, and to co-ordinate and manage the design consultants appointed for the project. Preparation of the project brief Consultant selection and appointment Value management & Engineering Management of the Design Development Managing of the Contractor Design Process Prepare Design Execution Plan. Establish and monitor appropriate project operating procedures and systems, specifically ensuring the Design Management Plan is being followed and adhered to. Establish project design programme and ensure it is kept up to date. Establish & manage procedures for convening and recording meetings which: enable the client to review and input into the design, enable the...

Interim Finance Operations Manager 6 month contract 375 - 400 per day (Inside IR35) Charity / Not-for-Profit Hybrid working arrangements, 3 days a week on site (Leamington Spa) About the client We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Operations Manager to support a well-established charity based in the Midlands. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, ensuring strong financial controls, and leading a small, dedicated team. You will play a key role in maintaining business continuity during a transitional period, while also identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting. Accountabilities Lead and manage the finance operations function, overseeing a team of 5 staff members Ensure the smooth running of transactional finance activities (AP, AR, payroll, cash management) Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures Support month-end and year-end close processes,...

Role: Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Assistant Financial Controller to assist them for 3 - 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties: Work closely with the hotel finance business partners and financial reporting accountant to ensure the smooth running of the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate completion of the audit. Coordinate the preparation of the monthly Hospitality accounting reporting pack submission to Singapore/ London headquarters, undertake first level review where required and be the point person for all queries. Deliver month-end close and reporting actuals. Manage the consolidation of actuals for Hospitality business unit and submit all reconciliations and consolidation entries on the Cognos platform in a timely and accurate manner monthly. Ownership of the Singapore corporate monthly and quarterly submissions including IFRS9, Interested Party...

Ref: 23378 Job Title: Programme Change Manager - Global Your New Daily rate: £569 PAYE or £772 Umbrella p/day £147K equivalent pa The Skills You'll Need: Change, Transformation, PROSCI and/or APMG certification, FMCG/ Pharma/ Supply Chain or Manufacturing background Duration: 1 year temp contract Location: Weybridge, hybrid - 2 days a week in the office Start date: ASAP Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Who you'll be working for: Our client, a major FTSE100 business, who have fantastic offices in London are looking for a Programme Change Manager - Global. What You'll be Doing: This role will focus on the human side of change, which is about preparing, and equipping our colleagues to adopt and adapt to changes in job roles, organisation structures, business processes, systems, and technology, and more. Main Responsibilities: Change strategy: Develop the 3-year change strategy and approach alongside the 2026 detailed change plan for the programme....

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: Commercial Officer -SC Location: Hybrid Salisbury or Fareham (Occasional travel to site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £463/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk national The Role: As a Commercial Officer within the Commercial Function the successful candidate will be responsible for: sourcing, sales and contract management. The role provides working level support for portfolios, operating as a supervised practitioner in their area of responsibility and can have delegations which include sourcing, contract management, or sales. Working as part of a team of up to six staff, you will typically be working for a Commercial Manager developing procurement requirements with other staff and internal projects. You will determine procurement strategies and support value for money tendering including negotiation with suppliers and supplier selection. You will place contracts and ensure effective...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for Commissioning Operator to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant based in Lincolnshire. The Commissioning Operator role come with a day rate from 475.00 to 500.00 (Outside IR35). Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Support commissioning activities across Balance of Plant (BoP) systems, including fuel gas systems, water treatment, cooling systems, compressed air, and auxiliary plant. Operate and monitor plant systems from the control room (DCS/SCADA) during pre-commissioning, commissioning, and first gas introduction. Assist with plant start-up, shutdown, and functional testing, ensuring systems are brought online in a safe and controlled manner. Execute commissioning procedures, test plans, and check sheets, ensuring all activities are completed in line with project and OEM requirements. Monitor plant parameters and respond to alarms, supporting fault finding and troubleshooting...

Job Title: Logistics Officer - SC Location: Corsham (1-2 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 27/3/27 (possibility of extension) Daily Rate : £400/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole UK national Minimum Requirement: ILS practitioner Qualification or the civilian equivalent qualification OR a CV that shows an abundance of experience in this sector. Demonstrate and apply Generalist ILS principles Worked in a highly regulated environment Essential: Sole UK National Working Together Making Effective Decisions Communicating & Influencing Demonstrate and apply ILS principles ILS/Support Functional Competence - Operate, report, and dispose support solutions ILS practitioner Qualification or the civilian equivalent qualification OR a CV that shows an abundance of experience in this sector. Must know what ILS is ILS Framework Generalist ILS experience / skills Worked in a highly regulated environment...

Site Engineer required for major civils, earthworks contract in Warwickshire Strong experience in earthworks, associated civils, and roadworks, including deep excavation, service installation, and reinstatement, delivered in line with programme and specification. Proven ability to mentor and manage site engineers, providing technical guidance on setting out, QA processes, and daily site operations to ensure high performance and compliance. Competent in permit-to-dig systems, including CAT & Genny surveys, utility detection, and safe excavation practices in line with HSE and project requirements. Skilled in site setting out and interpretation of engineering drawings, with the ability to identify discrepancies and raise field change requests (FCRs/TQs) where required. Strong understanding of quality assurance (QA) processes, including raising NCRs, attending inspections, maintaining quality records, and reviewing site diaries to ensure audit readiness. Experienced in...

Business Analyst - Contract Remote with some UK wide travel MSP experience needed We're working with a growing, technology-led organisation seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support a key Halo PSA implementation and wider business transformation programme. This role will be central to understanding current operations, identifying improvements, and aligning business processes with best-practice frameworks. Following the initial project, you will continue to support ongoing improvement initiatives across the business. The Role Map and document current business processes across service delivery, operations, sales, and finance Conduct gap analysis against Halo PSA best-practice workflows Work closely with stakeholders to align business requirements with the implementation roadmap Define and document future-state processes and workflows Support data migration activities, ensuring accuracy and readiness for go-live Capture and validate user requirements...

ROLE OVERVIEW Damia Group are working with a leading global technology and consulting organisation to source an experienced UNIX Engineer for a contract engagement based in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a large-scale enterprise environment, supporting mission-critical UNIX infrastructure on a programme of national importance. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and supporting enterprise UNIX environments, with a focus on Oracle Solaris platforms and advanced virtualisation technologies. The role involves system configuration, migration projects, and ensuring high availability through resilient cluster setups. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Administer and maintain Oracle Solaris systems on T-series hardware (T5, T7, T8) Configure and manage LDOMs (Logical Domains) for virtualisation Perform system migrations and upgrades across UNIX environments Design and implement resilience clusters for high availability and...

We are seeking an experienced SAP EWM Lead Consultant to support a high-profile programme within a regulated environment. This role combines hands-on expertise in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) with leadership responsibility across delivery, operations, and stakeholder engagement. Job Title: SAP EWM Lead Consultant (Contract) Location: Remote (UK-based) with occasional travel to Poland Day Rate: 400- 450 per day Eligibility: Minimum 5 years continuous UK residency required The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence across SAP landscapes, particularly within BASIS and HANA environments, while driving successful EWM implementations and ongoing support. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead the resolution of escalations and incidents within SAP BASIS and HANA environments, ensuring adherence to SLAs and quality standards Oversee and contribute to SAP EWM delivery across full project lifecycles...

Role: Procurement Manager Salary/Rate: £70-77 per hr inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, Reading Contract Duration: 18-months We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager for our government client. This Procurement Manager role is hybrid, based between working 2 days per week on site in Reading and the remainder of the week working remotely. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement. The contract for the Procurement Manager position is for 18-months, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential skills/experience required: Proven procurement and strategic sourcing experience within the public sector, including use of Government frameworks Strong working knowledge of PA23 and PCR, with demonstrable compliance in complex procurement environments Experience managing NEC...