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A leading recruitment company is looking for Pipe Fitter Welders to join a team for a short-term project during a power station shutdown near Gloucester.

Company Description ⚡️ About Assystem Assystem is an international engineering and project management group accelerating the energy transition worldwide. Our 8,000 Switchers combine decades of engineering expertise with digital innovation to deliver complex, safety-critical infrastructure. In the UK, we play a key role on landmark programmes including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and emerging Small Modular Reactor developments, supporting the delivery of secure, low-carbon energy for the future. Why Join the Community of Switchers? You will be joining one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world, working at the heart of the UK’s most significant energy programme. Assystem offers exposure to world-class projects, long-term career stability, and the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers and delivery teams. Your future team values collaboration, practical problem solving, and engineers who want to make a real impact on site. Job Description This is a hybrid role, 2-3 days in the Gloucester office You will support turbine system engineering activities across operational nuclear power plant assets. The role focuses on technical oversight, performance analysis, and engineering documentation for rotating plant. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex turbine and thermal system challenges. ⚙️ Lead engineering activities related to steam turbines, governors, valves, and auxiliary systems Provide technical oversight, troubleshooting, and performance analysis of turbine plant Develop and review specifications, calculations, reports, and modification proposals Support maintenance strategies and engineering improvements for rotating plant systems Collaborate with site engineering teams, safety specialists, and external suppliers Ensure engineering documentation aligns with regulatory and operational requirements Communicate technical decisions clearly to engineering and operational stakeholders Qualifications Nuclear experience is not essential, but is of course welcome. If you have worked within a highly regulated environment, your skills and approach are highly transferable and of strong interest to us. We also recognise that the perfect candidate rarely exists. If you feel you meet around 80% of the criteria and are motivated to develop further, we would strongly encourage you to apply. Bachelor’s degree or HND in Mechanical or related engineering discipline ️ Minimum eight years engineering experience within complex industrial environments ⚡ Experience with thermal power systems including steam turbines and associated equipment Background within nuclear, power generation, oil and gas, or similar industries Strong knowledge of turbine auxiliaries such as condensers, pumps, and feedwater systems Experience producing engineering documentation, reports, calculations, and specifications Understanding of mechanical plant performance analysis and troubleshooting Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration desirable Additional Information Ready to Make an Impact? This is an opportunity to contribute to nationally significant energy infrastructure while developing your technical depth within a globally recognised engineering organisation. If you want real responsibility, exposure to complex mechanical systems, and the chance to grow within one of the world’s leading nuclear engineering companies, this role offers long-term progression and stability. Benefits include: Hybrid Working Opportunity Flexible working hours ️ Market Leading Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution) ️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days Professional fees reimbursed Employee referral scheme Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future

Operations and Maintenance Assistant Salary – £25,321 - £31,651 Hours – Full-time, shift-based (details to be confirmed) Location & Postcode – Gloucester EFW, GL10 3ET As an Operations and Maintenance Assistant at FCC Environment, you will play a key role in supporting the safe and compliant operation of the site. You will assist with the delivery, processing and disposal of municipal waste and Incinerated Bottom Ash (IBA), while supporting both the operations and maintenance teams. This vacancy is for a full-time position, working across operational shifts as required. Our promise to you • Competitive salary - Holidays - 256 hours per year - Pension scheme - On-the-job training and progression - Recognition scheme - Refer a friend scheme - Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership (where applicable) - Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our wellbeing platform What will you be doing? • Supporting the day-to-day running of the weighbridge and waste crane operations - Recording data accurately using the Weightron weighbridge system - Managing vehicle movements on site, including vehicle marshalling and turnaround times - Operating mobile plant such as front loaders, telehandlers and FLTs following pre-start checks - Managing and removing IBA and supporting the operation of the IBA processing hall - Carrying out waste inspections and reporting non-conforming waste - Maintaining clean and safe working areas, including tipping halls, reception areas and delivery routes - Carrying out driver inductions and enforcing site rules - Supporting site security and maintaining a safe working environment - Reporting accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions - Assisting with deliveries and collections of chemicals, consumables and stores - Setting a positive example for health, safety and environmental standards What are we looking for? • Experience of operating mobile plant (desirable) - IT literate - Knowledge of the waste or power industries would be an advantage - Strong focus on health, safety and environmental compliance - The ability to work well as part of a team and independently - Flexible, adaptable and highly motivated - Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload About us We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible. Operating over 200 facilities across the UK and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future. FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. How to apply So, if you want to advance your career as an Operations and Maintenance Assistant, please apply via the button shown

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Mechanical Technician to work at an Energy from Waste plant in Gloucestershire. This Mechanical Technician role comes with a salary of £48,000 per year plus benefits and has Monday to Friday working hours. If you're an experienced Mechanical Technician with a background in power generation or similar heavy industries and you're looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will: Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and site safety rules. Participate in shutdowns and outages, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high performance under pressure. Assist in the prioritisation and organisation of maintenance tasks. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Maintenance experience in either power generation including CCGT, biomass, EFW, or alternatively ex forces. Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe working environments. Competence in using relevant software for maintenance reporting and analysis. Personal skills The Mechanical Technician role would suit someone who: Is adaptable, flexible, and able to manage changing priorities. Has excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Is motivated, results-driven, and works well in both team settings and independently. Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role: £48,000 per year. Additional benefits. Monday to Friday, 8 hour shifts. Overtime opportunities. Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Are you a seasoned power generation expert ready to move beyond operations and into high-impact, strategic risk advisory? Do you thrive on tackling complex technical challenges and influencing major underwriting decisions across global energy assets? If you bring deep conventional power expertise an

As a Sales Engineer – Power Plant Solutions, you will combine technical expertise with project management responsibility, coordinating engineered solutions and on-site services for power plants, refineries, oil & gas facilities, and chemical plants. Act as a technical consultant for clients within

A leading international technical service provider seeks Integrity / Plant Engineers for their Asset Integrity Management team in Derby, UK. This permanent role requires expertise in pressure systems and focuses on the Conventional Power and Clean Energy sectors.

A leading energy company is seeking a Lead Engineer for Generator Systems to ensure the successful design and compliance of Standby Generator systems for a nuclear power plant.

A leading engineering firm in London is seeking experienced Platers for a long-term project involving new power generation facilities.

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in power generation and safety certifications (IOSH or NEBOSH).

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Sales Engineer specialized in Power Plant Solutions.

A global engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks a Field Inspection Engineer to provide quality oversight during projects in the Energy sector.Successful candidates should have mechanical engineering experience and familiarity with Quality Control and Assurance processes.The role involve

Candidates should have an Electrical Apprenticeship or HNC and experience in power plant maintenance. A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an Electrical Technician for its Medway Power Station. The role involves maintaining electrical apparatus and ensuring plant reliability.

A leading Waste Management company in Cheshire is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to enhance plant reliability through effective maintenance. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and experience in industrial plant maintenance.

A well-established renewable energy operator near Nottingham is seeking a Shift Team Leader for their biomass plant. The role includes full operational responsibility during shifts, managing plant systems like boiler and emissions control, and leading emergency responses.

A leading engineering firm is seeking skilled Coded TIG Pipe Welders for a new build power generation project in London.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Shift Team Leader for a biomass power plant in Sittingbourne, Kent.

A leading clean energy company in the UK is looking for a Senior Product Manager to manage the product strategy for its Virtual Power Plant (VPP) team.

An engineering resource firm is seeking experienced Pipefitters for a major power generation project in London. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 qualifications and industrial experience, particularly in power generation.

We are building the world’s largest Virtual Power Plant (VPP). We're looking for a Senior Product Manager to join our Virtual Power Plant (VPP) team. We are moving fast, we are AI-first, and we are looking for builders who want to power the grid of the future.

A renowned recruitment agency is seeking Mechanical Fitters for a shutdown at a power station in Snetterton, Norfolk.

This role is perfect for candidates with no prior power plant experience, as full training will be provided. A modern power generation facility in Bedford is seeking an Entry-Level Shift Technician. The job involves learning to operate plant systems, supporting safe operations, and participating in

The role involves monitoring and controlling plant systems, supporting maintenance activities, and adhering to HSE standards.

A leading energy and metals company in the UK seeks a Mechanical Site Engineer to join their Thermal Power & HVDC Division.

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Plant Manager to join their Biomass Power Station in County Durham. Oversee plant improvement opportunities to increase plant availability and reduce ongoing costs. The vital Plant Manager role comes with a com

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Structural Steelwork Erection Supervisor to oversee a power generation project in Essex.

The role involves ensuring safe operation of the plant, monitoring emissions, and conducting maintenance tasks.

The role involves supporting complex lifting operations on a new build power generation facility.

A leading energy solutions provider is seeking a Senior BIM Engineer for a hybrid role based in Derby, Manchester, or Warrington.This position focuses on driving BIM coordination and implementing standards across disciplines, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality information management framework.C

A modern power generation facility seeks an Entry-Level Shift Technician/Trainee Plant Operator in Bedford.

A UK utility firm seeks a Substation Inspector to carry out inspections and maintenance work in the Heathrow area.Responsibilities include diagnosing issues in the HV and LV Distribution network, ensuring safety protocols are met, and operating hand-held IT equipment for reporting.Candidates should

A leading Energy company in County Durham is looking for a Plant Manager to oversee operations in their Biomass Power Station.

The role involves preparing detailed mechanical drawings and supporting engineering activities in waste handling and thermal power plants.

As a Sales Engineer specializing in Power Plant Solutions, you will serve as both a technical expert and a project manager, coordinating solutions and on-site services to power plants, refineries, oil and gas facilities, and chemical plants. UK Sales Engineer - Power Plant Solutions. UK Sales Engine

A leading technology company in the UK is looking for an Engineer – Plant Performance to analyze and improve the performance of nuclear power stations.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Asset Manager for Power Plants in the UK. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and over 10 years of experience in the power industry, particularly with steam and gas turbines.

This role sits at the centre of an expanding LNG trading platform.This is front-line Commercial LNG Operations with direct Trader interaction.You will own end-to-end LNG cargo execution and influence deal value through operational judgement.Operate LNG sales and purchase contracts end to end.Manage

Are you a seasoned power generation expert ready to move beyond operations and into high-impact, strategic risk advisory? Do you thrive on tackling complex technical challenges and influencing major underwriting decisions across global energy assets? If you bring deep conventional power expertise an

Share good ideas to form mini projects to improve the plant performance, including machinery modifications.

Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and on-site technical services of various robots (e.Perform equipment testing, minor repairs, major repairs, and troubleshooting according to work orders, including functional testing, appearance inspection, module replacement, disassembly and assembly of

Hertfordshire | Permanent | Engineering / Manufacturing.We are currently recruiting for a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team within a regulated manufacturing environment.This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supporting production operations, coordinat

Share good ideas to form mini projects to improve the plant performance, including machinery modifications.

Are you a committed engineering professional motivated to deliver outstanding services in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?.James Andrews are proud to be partnering with a unique manufacturer known for technical expertise and custom solutions, who are seeking to appoint a.This is a full-time r

Identifying failure modes of plant equipment and returning the equipment to operation safely and in a reasonable timescale.