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Astute's Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a key business and influential player in the UK anaerobic digestion/ biogas sector. To recruit a Project Engineer to support a pipeline of projects across the UK, managing and overseeing all aspects of project delivery through to handover.

The Junior Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary + Bonus, company benefits, and hybrid working.

If you're a Junior Project Engineer and are looking to work for a genuine, key player in the market, then submit your CV to apply today.

*We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who are living within the UK and have a full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities and duties of the Junior Project Engineer role

Reporting to the Head of Projects you will:

Liaise with Site Operations, H&S and external contractors to oversee all aspects of project delivery,
Plan and manage (alongside multi-functional teams) projects around day-to-day operations.
Control and supervise key elements of project specification, in line with timelines and budgets.
Coordinate internal resources and vendors for flawless execution, while directly driving continuous improvement.
Monitor build progress and ensure project quality, regularly meeting with clients, stakeholders, and project managers to report on progress.
Manage risks to avoid delays or reputational damage.
Ensure necessary permits and legal papers are obtained.
Travel to projects as required to oversee various activities.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Process Engineering, or industrial experience deemed equivalent.
Achieved, or working towards Chartership.
NEBOSH/IOSH desirable.
2/3 years proven experience in successfully delivering projects in line with timescales and budget.

Personal skills

The Junior Project Engineer role would suit someone who is:

Full UK License is essential.
Graduate Engineer
A self-starter, able to create strategy and work well under pressure.
Experience working on Projects within the Organics waste, pharmaceutical, Chemical, Oil and Gas or food industry a considerable advantage.
Civils experience
Flexible to travel and stay away as required.

Salary and benefits of the Junior Project Engineer role

Starting salary depending on experience
Company bonus scheme.
Holiday allowance.
Pension and other company benefit's to be discussed.
Progression and development opportunities with a key player in biogas.

INDREN

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

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