Gemma Harfield

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a speciality lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the lifting principal contractor on Hinkley Point C, and in the future, Sizewell C to recruit a Black Hat Supervisor for its Hinkley Point C project. The Black Hat Supervisor will play a critical role in holding responsibility for the assembly, installation, commissioning and maintenance direction and comes with a base salary upto £75,000 depending on experience and a wealth of opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects in the UK. If you’re a Mechanical Supervisor with gantry or crane experience, and are looking for work then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Construction Manager you will:  

• Supervising lifting execution of site / compound activities on and off HPC site.

• Responsible for control and day to day management of the labour and plant resources to achieve targets
• Interface with management, and other 3rd party black hats in interfacing works areas on site matters
• Day to day management of site labour resources and delivering pre work briefings for safety. Setting labour to work on time, controlling breaktimes and return to the workface and working up to the stipulated end of shift). Maintaining records of labour performance and punctuality and reporting to manager.
• Consistent review of all work locations to identify and control any potential departure from approved drawings and procedures.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A Mechanical Engineering background, holding a qualification to a minimum of HNC/NVQ Level 3, etc.
• CCNSG Safety Passport.

Personal skills The Black Hat Supervisor role would suit someone who is:  

• Worked in a heavy industrial setting (Power generation, aerospace, rail, nuclear, steel forging, manufacturing, heavy lifting) on cranes.
• Worked in a maintenance, installation, assembly, servicing setting.

Salary and benefits of the Black Hat Supervisor role  

• A salary upto £75,000 depending on experience
• Overtime where desired
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.

 

Astute’s Nuclear team are partnering with a world leader in the field of cable and pipe seals and are looking to recruit an Internal Technical Sales Representative to join their growing business. The Internal Sales professional is key to developing both new and existing clients across the customer base in Ireland. This is a phone based, hybrid position, with the opportunity to progress into an external sales position within two years. This position comes with a salary of up to £38,000, and a bonus scheme of 20%-40% based on personal and company performance. If you have experience in Account Management or Internal Sales and are looking to work for an organisation that values their staff and provides growth opportunities, then submit your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties    The Internal Technical Sales Representative will:   

• Drive new business development by generating project specifications, researching potential clients, and building relationships with owners, operators, and engineers.
• Support sales activities, including exhibitions, conferences, and providing pre-sales technical advice, design input, and installation training to ensure quality.
• Promote the core values and deliver world-class support throughout the project lifecycle to achieve sustainable sales growth.
• Plan and manage customer interactions using the CRM system, while providing accurate market intelligence, forecasting, and product planning insights.
• Develop client relationships through educational initiatives like lunch & learn sessions and CPD programs with design engineering teams.

    Professional qualifications     We are looking for someone with the following:   

• University degree or equivalent preferred; industry-specific experience in a similar role considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Proven professional sales experience, ideally with success in an internal sales environment and managing long-term, complex projects.
• Ideally have knowledge and experience in sectors such as process engineering, power networks, renewables, nuclear, marine, rail, or building infrastructure.
• Familiarity with civil construction, electrical, controls, automation, and/or mechanical systems within target markets.
• Skilled in leveraging industry news, project databases, and relationships to develop technical sales opportunities; experienced in supporting external sales teams and working remotely.

    Personal skills     The Internal Sales role would suit someone who has:   

• Experience of providing technical support both internally and externally
• Successful track record of working with premium solutions against low-cost competitors
• Ability or desire to pursue a technical sales role in the future
• Full UK driving license

    Salary and benefits of the Internal Technical Sales role    

• Salary ranges from £32,000 - £38,000 DOE
• Company bonus scheme
• Growth and progression opportunities

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Astute’s Nuclear team are exclusively partnering with a world leader in the field of cable and pipe seals and are looking to recruit a Technical Sales Manager to join their growing business in their Power and Process sector. The Technical Sales professional is key to further developing their Process Industry market across the Central Belt of Scotland and the North. The role will be varied in focus, covering both engineering specification with leading industry design companies, but also extending to both owners and contractors involved in operating and constructing projects in their chosen markets and applications. This position comes with a salary of up to £55,000, company vehicle and a bonus scheme of 20%-40% based on personal and company performance. If you’re a successful Salesperson and are looking to work for an organisation that values their staff and provides growth opportunities, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Technical Sales Manager you will:  

• Identify and engage with UK DNO companies and process industry projects, building brand awareness and securing specifications to drive sales.
• Develop new business opportunities from initial contact through to inclusion on client-approved lists and maintain existing relationships.
• Present the company’s’ solutions to key decision-makers through technical presentations, site visits, and training.
• Drive sustainable growth via targeted sales plans and world-class project support.
• Use CRM for customer management, provide market insights, and offer pre-sales technical advice.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  

• University degree or equivalent, or sufficient industry experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in selling technical solutions to decision-makers, with existing relationships in target sectors.
• Strong understanding of civil construction, electrical, controls, automation, and mechanical systems in relevant markets.
• Ability to develop structured plans, engage new prospects, and manage long-term sales projects.
• Proven experience in providing technical support and application surveying, with a strong understanding of Ex standards, particularly in relation to enclosures and cable glands.
• Successful track record of selling premium solutions in competitive environments, with in-depth knowledge of the UK DNO market.

    Personal skills: The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:  

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to present solutions, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role:  

• Salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
• 20% – 40% bonus structure based on individual and company performance
• Company car
• Development opportunities
• Double pay on your third year anniversary month!

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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with the leading provider of nuclear support services in the UK to recruit a Senior Integrated Planner for its Glasgow location. The strategically important Senior Integrated Planner role comes with a salary of up to £70,000 and flexible working. If you’re a Planner and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties As the Senior Integrated Planner you will:  

• Gather and combine data from various sources to create P6 Resource-loaded schedules.
• Collaborate extensively with key stake holders across different organisational boundaries.
• Create and maintain individual Site Directors' Primavera P6 plans as needed.
• Identify, analyse, and report on discrepancies, risks, issues, and opportunities in the integrated plans to ensure timely solutions and value for money for the MOD.
• Develop and oversee a monthly DHI-level CSI integrated infrastructure plan to provide a strategic overview.
• Demonstrate cause-and-effect relationships and run mitigation scenarios when necessary.
• Work with NC, Project Managers, and MOD to ensure a consistent, reliable version of the truth.
• Engage with Engineering and Compliance groups to understand their tasks and interactions.
• Communicate effectively with the entire Clyde Community.
• Prepare monthly reports on progress, changes, cause and effect, and mitigation measures for the CSI Steering Board, NC, and MOD.
• Submit the integrated infrastructure plan to the HMNBC strategic plan monthly, ensuring it is accurate and reliable.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Experience in producing P6 Schedules is essential
• SC Clearence prior or current (DV would be highly desirable)
• Primavera P6 practitioner
• Project Management qualifications would be desirable
• Experience with NEC 3 or 4 contracts would be desirable

Personal skills The Senior Integrated Planner role would suit someone who is:  

• Experienced in stakeholder management
• Capable of managing multiple workstreams
• Knowledgeable in change and risk management

Salary and benefits of the Senior Integrated Planner role  

• Up to £70,000
• Hybrid working
• Opportunities for growth and progression
• Benefits package  

   

Astute’s Nuclear team is collaborating with the leading provider of sealing solutions for cable and pipe transits to recruit a Technical Sales Manager in the central belt of Scotland. The Technical Sales Manager role will involve working with OEM and O&G customers in the Marine and Offshore industry to further develop the company’s brand and generate new business. This role is hybrid working and comes with a company car and a generous bonus structure. If you’re an experienced Technical Sales Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties    Reporting to the Divisional Manager you will:   

• Identify and target marine & offshore projects within offshore oil & gas and maritime sectors, focusing on key decision makers such as owners, operators, engineers, and contractors.
• Develop new business and grow brand presence through specifications and client-approved lists, targeting O&G and OEM customers.
• Maintain and expand client base by identifying new clients and offering tailored solutions to maximize market potential.
• Drive sales growth by presenting solutions to engineers, offering technical support, and promoting products via site visits and industry events.
• Manage sales objectives, customer contacts, and provide accurate market information, ensuring effective forecasting and pre-sales technical guidance.

    Professional qualifications     We are looking for someone with the following:   

• University degree or equivalent, with industry-specific experience considered.
• Proven sales experience presenting complex technical solutions to decision makers and specifying engineers.
• Established relationships with owner/operators, engineering, contracting, and design firms in the oil and gas OEM sector.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction, electrical, controls, automation, and mechanical systems in the target sector.
• Experience in business development, creating structured plans, and managing long-term, complex sales projects.

    Personal skills     The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who is:   

• Effective networking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written and oral).
• Proven ability and confidence to prepare and present solutions and strategies to groups of co-workers, clients, or prospects.
• Willingness to work away from home for periods during the working week to serve the UK market.
• Ability to travel internationally on occasion. 

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role    

• Salary ranges from £40,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Company car
• Up to 40% bonus structure
• Pension contribution, healthcare package and anniversary bonus

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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a company providing certified actuation solutions for nuclear power plants, supporting both existing facilities and next-generation technologies like SMRs and micro-reactors. They are looking to recruit a Nuclear Quality Systems Engineer on a 12-month minimum contract for its Bath site.   The Nuclear Quality Systems Engineer role comes with a day rate of £450. Key skills required for the Nuclear Quality Systems Engineer role  

• Quality Management Systems (QMS): Develop, implement, and maintain QMS in line with nuclear industry standards (ISO 9001, ASME NQA-1, etc.).
• Compliance and Auditing: Conduct internal/external audits to ensure adherence to regulatory and industry requirements.
• Supplier and Process Management: Monitor suppliers and drive continuous improvement in quality systems.
• Risk and Incident Management: Support risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Training and Documentation: Maintain quality records and provide training on standards and best practices.

  Location, day rate and timeframe of the Nuclear Quality Systems Engineer role  

• Bath
• £450.00 per day
• 12 months minimum
• Inside IR35

 

Astute’s Nuclear team is collaborating with the leading provider of sealing solutions for cable and pipe transits to recruit a Technical Sales Manager in Dublin. The Technical Sales Manager role will involve working within the Data Centre industry to further develop the company’s brand and generate new business. This role is hybrid working and comes with a company car and a generous bonus structure. If you’re an experienced Technical Sales Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Technical Sales Manager role Reporting to the Divisional Manager you will:   

• Target and engage with Irish data centre companies and projects, focusing on key decision makers (owners, operators, engineers, contractors, resellers) to generate specifications and grow brand presence in strategic applications.
• Develop business opportunities from scratch to standard specification status, identifying and supporting new clients to maximise market potential while maintaining relationships with existing stakeholders.
• Promote technical solutions to specifying engineers across multiple disciplines through presentations, site visits, training, and collaboration with resellers to secure specifications and project wins.
• Attend industry events to network, discover new opportunities, and pursue non-traditional construction segments, including equipment and modular-based builds.
• Drive sustainable sales growth by executing strategic sales plans, managing CRM records, providing accurate market insights, and offering pre-sales technical guidance and design input for bespoke solutions.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven sales expertise in presenting complex technical solutions, with a consultative approach and experience managing long-term, high-value projects.
• Strong industry knowledge in civil, electrical, controls, automation, and mechanical systems, with established relationships across engineering, contracting, and design firms.
• Effective business development skills, including structured planning, opportunity identification through industry tools, and successful prospect engagement.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, confident in delivering strategies to both internal teams and external decision makers.
• Flexible and mobile, with the ability to travel across the UK and internationally as required.

Personal skills   The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Excellent relationship-building and networking abilities, with a proactive approach to developing new opportunities.
• Highly self-motivated and organised, capable of managing complex, long-term projects with minimal supervision.
• Commercially aware and consultative, with a strategic mindset and flexibility to travel and work independently as required.

  Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role  

• Salary of up to £55,000
• 20-40% bonus based on company and individual performance paid quarterly
• Company car
• Double pay on your anniversary every 3 years!
• Progression and development opportunities

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Machine Operator (Digger/Dozer)

Windsor

Agriculture

£16p/h – 40-hour week (+ overtime)

 

Introduction

Astute are partnered with a long established, independent, family-owned business who offer services from Demolition to Plant Hire and Agricultural Contracting. Our client is looking for Machine Operator with experience in operating Dozers and Diggers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive business with some exciting projects in the pipeline and continuous investments made.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Machine Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Operating and driving 3–30-ton Diggers
• Grading landscaping to a high standard
• Loading, lime, and muck spreaders
• Loading lorries and dumpers with various materials
• Track and roadway construction
• Screening, crushing, and land raising
• Operating of wheeled and tracked dumpers, JCB telehandler and bulldozer

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Telehandler and dumper licence
• NPORS Standard digger and screener crusher
• CPCS Qualification
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude, who can communicate well with customers and contractors
• Be flexible and adaptable to seasonal variations to hours worked
• Willing to work long, unsociable hours at busy periods during the year as and when required

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Very competitive salary
• 20 days holiday plus BH, increasing over two years of service
• Opportunity to work within a family-owned environment

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

Maintenance Engineer- Waste/Aggregates Avonmouth £43,680 - Day & Night Shifts      Introduction Astute are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join a specialist company in carbon capture, sustainable construction products, and waste treatment. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical bias and come from a heavy engineering background, manufacturing, or waste industry.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Assistant Site Manager you will be responsible for:

• Planned and reactive maintenance of the whole site including the process plant and equipment and general infrastructure.
• Carrying out and recording all daily, weekly and Monthly PPM tasks in line with the schedules.
• The review and continuous development of maintenance plans by determining the most effective strategies for each piece of equipment.
• The reliability of the plant, finding faults and repairing breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Creating and maintaining good relationships with suppliers to ensure essential spares are readily obtainable.
• Providing guidance and training to assist operators with self-sufficiency in routine reactive maintenance tasks.
• Flexibility to cover staff shortages and call outs to deal with breakdowns.

This role includes both day and night shifts on a 3 shift rotation. Please only apply if this is suitable.      Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Fault finding and repairs of low voltage electrical equipment.
• At least 5 years’ experience within a maintenance environment with the ability to fault find and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Experience with bulk material conveying systems and process mixers.

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Basic salary of £43,680
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Overtime available
• Monday-Friday ( 06:00:14:30, 14:00:22:30 and 22.00 to 06.30)

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 222 964 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.     INDREC