Dan Don

As Head of the Nuclear division at Astute People, I lead specialist recruitment across the UK’s civil and defence nuclear energy sector, supporting SMRs, Sizewell C, decommissioning, and next-generation infrastructure projects.

With over 7 years of experience in nuclear recruitment, I’ve developed a deep understanding of the industry’s unique demands — from security clearance requirements (SC/DV) to long lead-in times and evolving compliance standards.

I work closely with EPCs, operators, and supply chain partners to deliver tailored permanent and contract recruitment solutions.

🔹 What I Deliver:

Industry Insight: Proven success placing talent across engineering, operations, and project delivery for UK nuclear new build, SMR, and defence programmes.
Strategic Talent Solutions: We help clients access the active market and our passive cleared network through our People Plus talent solution.
Career Partnerships: I support engineers, technicians, and project professionals in securing career-defining roles within high-impact nuclear programmes.

🔹 Key Areas I Recruit:

Project Development – Project Managers, Bid Managers, Design Engineers
Engineering & Maintenance – EC&I Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Maintenance Technicians
Operations – Plant Managers, Control Room Operators, O&M Teams
Commercial & Business Development – Commercial Managers, BD Managers, Technical Sales

I’m passionate about helping the UK achieve net zero through nuclear energy, and I build long-term partnerships with businesses and professionals who share that mission.

Recruiting Since
2020

Why I love to recruit
I love supporting candidates and helping them secure their dream role

When I'm not working I like to
Keen and golfer and also enjoy watching football

Who I Recruit For