Astute's Power team is partnering with leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Commissioning Lead Engineer (BOP) on a short-term contract basis for its site in Leeds with an immediate start.

The Commissioning Lead Engineer (BOP - Balance of Plant) role comes with a day rate of between £600-£700 per day (Outside IR35).

Key skills

Lead and ensure HSEQ compliance during all commissioning activities, actively promoting safety and risk mitigation across teams. Review and implement HSEQ requirements, ensuring practices follow RAMS and site standards. Oversee commissioning execution in line with contracts, schedules, budgets, and approved standards. Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and external authorities to achieve safe, timely, and high-quality outcomes. Maintain accurate documentation, deliver regular progress reports, and capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement. Specific commissioning responsibilities on Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment. Must have EFW (Energy from Waste/Waste to Energy) experience

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Commissioning Lead Engineer (BOP) role

Leeds Immediate Start 2 months minimum £600 - £700 per day (Outside IR35)

INDPOW

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