Gemma Nixon

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit an Industrial Relations Manager for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. You will play a critical role in managing industrial relations, supporting workforce engagement, and ensuring smooth operations across highly regulated and technically challenging projects. The Industrial Relations Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector. This role requires being on-site in Seascale. If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Industrial Relations Manager role.   Reporting to the Project Director you will:  

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with unions, employee representatives, and key stakeholders
• Lead the management of industrial relations matters, including negotiations, grievance handling, and dispute resolution
• Advise project and operational teams on workforce policies, legislation, and best practice
• Support workforce engagement strategies to foster a positive and collaborative culture
• Monitor compliance with employment law, company procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Provide guidance on workforce planning, contract negotiations, and collective bargaining agreements
• Investigate and resolve workforce-related issues promptly and effectively
• Collaborate with project teams to anticipate industrial relations risks and implement proactive solutions
• Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior management
• This role is working on-site in Seascale and will require a flexible working attitude.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven experience in industrial relations within construction, engineering, or nuclear sectors
• Strong knowledge of employment law, labour relations, and union engagement
• Experience handling complex industrial disputes and negotiations
• Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in HR or industrial relations

  Personal skills   The Industrial Relations Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Confident and persuasive in negotiations and stakeholder engagement
• An effective communicator, able to influence at all levels
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with strong problem-solving skills

Salary and benefits of the Industrial Relations Manager role

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Car Allowance
• Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
• Career development within a growing organisation
• Additional company benefits and pension package

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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a key player in the UK nuclear sector to recruit a Design Manager to support the delivery of a major nuclear and civil works framework at the nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale, based out of their offices in Whitehaven. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating design activities, managing consultant deliverables, and ensuring projects progress in line with programme and contractual requirements. The Design Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically challenging sector. If you’re looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and work on technically challenging projects with a reputable organisation, then submit your CV to apply today   Responsibilities and duties of the Design Manager role Reporting to the Head of Bid Management you will:  

• Manage design consultants and coordinate their activities to ensure deliverables are completed in line with the project programme
• Act as the technical lead on the project where required, providing guidance on engineering and design matters
• Review design outputs to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project specifications
• Manage the design deliverables schedule and monitor progress against agreed milestones
• Lead design review meetings with project teams and coordinate design interfaces with external stakeholders
• Manage the resolution of design queries and technical issues across the project lifecycle
• Produce regular reports on design progress and highlight risks, delays or required actions
• Coordinate requests for information (RFIs) and ensure clear communication between project teams, designers and clients
• Ensure drawings and design documentation are properly controlled, issued and maintained within project systems
• Support change management processes and ensure design changes are implemented in accordance with project procedures

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Relevant engineering or construction qualification
• Experience managing design activities within construction, engineering or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of construction methods and design delivery processes
• Experience working with design consultancies or temporary works design teams
• Knowledge of design approval processes within regulated or complex project environments

Personal skills   The Design Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• A confident communicator able to engage with technical teams and stakeholders
• Comfortable coordinating multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
• Proactive with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced project environment

  Salary and benefits of the Design Manager role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Car Allowance
• Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
• Career development within a growing organisation
• Additional company benefits and pension package

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1. Purpose of the Role
   1. To lead and be accountable for the health and safety on the project, ensuring all individuals are provided with appropriate leadership and support.
2. Guiding Principles

INTEGRITY

• Take pride in your work and that of your team members
• Understand and support others in the achievement of their own goals.
• Encourage a fair culture; empowering and supporting your team or team members to initiate improvements to services by sharing information, questioning constructively, providing honest and open feedback.
• Listen carefully to others – showing that you respect and value their input.

ACCOUNTABILITY

• Look for ways to maximise the value of working together by building support, providing focus and given direction to deliver joint outcomes.
• Take accountability for your work and own development needs.
• Challenge and confront sub-standard performance and recognise good performance.

INNOVATION

• Design, innovate and influence solutions to best address inefficiencies.
• Promote and drive continuous improvement
• Balance risk when considering innovative thinking and future possibilities.
• Seek to learn from team members for the benefit of your own self-development.

DELIVER

• Take personal responsibility for delivering services.
• Be willing to go the extra mile for your customers.
• Pursue a “can-do” attitude in all the work you can deliver.
• Learn from and share experiences to ensure improved delivery.
• Be visible and accessible to all your team/service members.
• Work together with colleagues and customers and take the time to build effective and rational working relationships.
• Support others in working together; help each other to develop common focus.
• Work well and appreciate people who have different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds.
• Customers are both our clients and team members – recognise different perspectives and goals in order to maximise achievement for all parties.

SUSTAINABILITY

• Work safely to maintain the health of both yourself and others.
• Communicate relevant information regularly and effectively.
• Take the time to build effective relationships with customers, stakeholders, colleagues and partners.
• Embrace change to ensure our business is sustainable

 

1. Role Accountabilities

3.1.      Establish and provide leadership in best practice in safety, health and Sustainability matters on the project 3.2.      Advise and support Directors, Managers and Supervisors to discharge their health and safety responsibilities regarding their employees and others to whom they have a duty as defined by legislation and HUK procedures. 3.3.      Ensure management controls are in place so that all personnel are aware of their statutory duties and responsibilities and to provide advice as and when required. 3.4.      Take a lead with site management teams to ensure compliance with all requirements stipulated by HUK 3.5.      Manage and carry out surveillance/ regular inspections/ audits of sites and workplaces to determine whether work is being carried out in accordance with HUK policy, procedures and the relevant statutory provisions. Where appropriate make recommendations for improvement. 3.6.      Lead, partake and oversee accident/ incident investigations in accordance with the HUK procedure and, analysing all data, making recommendations to avoid any reoccurrences. 3.7.      Manage, collate and review health and safety statistics on site to identify trends and areas for improvement. 3.8.      Develop and implement lessons learnt sessions, health and safety campaigns and improvement plans in agreement with HUK procedure. 3.9.      Manage and where required be involved in the preparation and review of documents including health and safety plans and procedures, methods statements and those of 3rd parties. 3.10.    Maintain records as necessary to ensure compliance with legislation, HUK Procedures and contract requirements 3.11.   Provide reports, presentations and information as directed by HUK 3.12.    Ensure compliance with all relevant schedule of partners KPIs 3.13.    Stop work at any time health and safety elements of the works are in question 3.14.   Develop, organise and oversee the induction process, ensuring everyone on site has attended a project induction and BRAVE training.  

1. Additional Duties
   1. Any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company.

 

1. Key Safety Responsibilities

5.1.      Please see separate individual responsibilities for Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) matters attached  

1. Required Project Knowledge

6.1.      Scope of project 6.2.      Project programme 6.3.      Organisational structure 6.4.      Health and Safety plans and procedures 6.5.      Supply chain 6.6.      Knowledge of company health and safety Management system 6.7.      Qualifications under the CSCS card system 6.8.      Use of company systems e.g. Themis 6.9.      Contract and company procedures 6.10.    Collaborative working

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit an Office and Logistics Administrator for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. This role offers the chance to support a busy project environment, managing procurement, facilities, and administrative operations that keep major nuclear infrastructure projects running smoothly. The Office and Logistics Administrator role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector. This role requires being on-site in Seascale. If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major nuclear projects, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Office and Logistics Administrator role Reporting to the Commercial Manager you will:  

• Manage procurement of plant, materials, and logistics, ensuring compliance with company procedures and budgetary controls
• Maintain SAP records and produce regular reports on plant hire, materials, and site overheads
• Co-ordinate temporary and permanent material orders, deliveries, and call-offs
• Oversee facilities management for the project office, including security, cleaning, canteen services, and utilities
• Manage the project vehicle fleet, including maintenance, reporting, and compliance with manufacturer requirements
• Ensure all activities comply with HSQE regulations and company procedures
• Support site set-up, including offices, utilities, and welfare arrangements
• Provide proactive administrative support to project teams, facilitating smooth operations
• Assist with collaborative working practices in line with company procedures

This role is working on-site in Seascale and will require a flexible working attitude.   Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Experience in procurement, logistics, or facilities management within construction or nuclear projects
• Proficiency with SAP or similar systems for reporting and record keeping Strong understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance in a project environment
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle and plant management processes

  Personal skills   The Office and Logistics Administrator role would suit someone who is:  

• Highly organised and detail focused
• A clear and confident communicator
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and able to work both independently and within a team

Salary and benefits of the Senior Estimator role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
• Career development within a growing organisation
• Additional company benefits and pension package

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????Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading nuclear sector contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator for a major nuclear decommissioning project in Seascale. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected organisation known for delivering complex infrastructure and nuclear projects and will be based out of their offices in Whitehaven. You will be working in a technically challenging environment, supporting early contractor involvement and tendering activities that directly contribute to the successful delivery of major projects. The Senior Estimator role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience and the opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically demanding sector.  If you're looking to develop your career within the nuclear sector and contribute to major infrastructure or energy projects, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Estimator role Reporting to the Head of Bid Management you will:  

• Ensure compliance with company governance and bidding procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with Bid and Design Managers to develop competitive pricing and cost-effective design solutions.
• Prepare and agree methodologies, outputs, and estimates for labour, plant, materials, subcontracts, and temporary works.
• Develop and maintain local rates, build-up rates, and scheme-specific calculations for pricing.
• Liaise with procurement to evaluate and select suppliers and subcontractors for tenders.
• Plan and agree staffing levels, shift patterns, and overtime in line with regulations and project requirements.
• Coordinate preliminaries, client requirements, and risk inputs to support tender preparation.
• Compile pricing summaries, adjustment sheets, and final tender documentation for submission.
• Support post-submission activities, including clarifications, amendments, and handover to project teams.
• Review tender outcomes and feedback to inform future bids and continuous improvement.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Relevant civil engineering or construction qualifications
• Significant experience in estimating for large-scale construction or nuclear projects
• Sound knowledge of procurement legislation, forms of contract, and commercial awareness
• Proficiency with estimating software packages

  Personal skills   The Senior Estimator role would suit someone who is:  

• Highly organised and detail focused
• A strong communicator, capable of working with multiple stakeholders
• Proactive in managing priorities and driving tasks to completion
• Comfortable collaborating across multidisciplinary teams

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Estimator role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Car Allowance
• Opportunity to work on a major nuclear project
• Career development within a growing organisation
• Additional company benefits and pension package

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Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a major infrastructure contractor to recruit a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager for a high-profile project based in Snowdonia   The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role comes with a salary of up to £80,000 dependant on experience and will be based on-site on the project. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation delivering complex infrastructure works in a challenging and highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will take a lead role in driving health, safety and wellbeing standards across site, ensuring best practice is embedded throughout the project lifecycle. If you’re a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager and are looking to work on technically challenging projects with a reputable organisation, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role Reporting to the Project Director, you will:  

• Lead and promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the project
• Provide expert advice and support to project leadership, managers and supervisors on H&S responsibilities and compliance
• Ensure all site activities are delivered in line with company procedures, legislation and industry best practice
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and surveillance to identify risks and drive continuous improvement
• Lead and manage accident and incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and preventative actions implemented
• Monitor and analyse H&S performance data, identifying trends and implementing improvement initiatives
• Develop and deliver health and safety campaigns, lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement plans
• Review and approve H&S documentation including plans, procedures and method statements for internal teams and contractors
• Manage the project induction process, ensuring all personnel receive appropriate onboarding and safety briefings
• Produce reports and presentations on H&S performance and ensure compliance with project KPIs and stakeholder requirements

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Relevant health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a senior H&S role within construction, infrastructure or engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience managing audits, inspections and incident investigations
• Familiarity with health and safety management systems and site-based processes

  Personal skills   The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong leader with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels
• Organised and detail focused with a proactive approach to risk management
• A confident communicator able to challenge and support stakeholders effectively
• Committed to driving a positive safety culture and continuous improvement

  Salary and benefits of the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Manager role  

• Competitive salary of around £80,000 pa
• Additional company benefits

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Environmental Advisor

Location: Sellafield (Cumbria) Company: Hochtief (supporting the Infrastructure Delivery Partner – IDP Programme)

Role Overview

Hochtief is looking to recruit an Environmental Advisor to support the delivery of the Infrastructure Delivery Partner (IDP) programme at Sellafield. This role will focus on supporting environmental compliance and performance across a range of infrastructure and construction activities within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with project teams to ensure environmental risks are effectively managed and that all works are delivered in line with legal requirements and environmental best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day environmental support to project and site teams

• Assist in ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, permits, and site requirements

• Support the development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), method statements, and risk assessments

• Identify environmental risks on site and assist in implementing mitigation measures

• Carry out site inspections, monitoring, and environmental audits

• Support environmental incident investigations and reporting

• Maintain accurate environmental records and contribute to performance reporting

• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders on environmental matters

• Promote environmental awareness and good practice across site activities

• Support sustainability initiatives, including waste management and resource efficiency

Key Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related discipline

• Experience in an environmental role within construction, infrastructure, or a regulated industry

• Working knowledge of UK environmental legislation

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Good communication skills with the ability to engage with site teams

• Proactive approach to environmental management

Desirable

• Experience working in a highly regulated environment (nuclear experience advantageous)

• Awareness of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

• Membership of (or working towards) a relevant professional body (e.g., IEMA)

Astute is partnering with a leader in hazardous waste management solutions throughout the UK to recruit a Graduate Chemist / Site Chemist to join their busy waste management operations in Peterborough. This is a hands-on role ideal for a chemistry graduate or experienced waste chemist looking to develop their experience within a regulated industrial environment. The Graduate Chemist / Site Chemist role comes with a salary of around £27,000 dependant on experience and will be based at their site full time. If you hold a HNC or equivalent in Chemistry and are looking to work in a hands-on operational chemist position then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Site Chemist role Reporting to the Site Manager you will:  

• Support the day-to-day operation of waste acceptance and transfer activities across site including analysis in the lab and hands-on operational duties across the site.
• Ensure all incoming waste streams are compliant (physically and administratively), managing and escalating non-conformances where required.
• Assist with stock control, stock summaries, and month-end reporting.
• Compile waste movement packs for transfer between sites.
• Monitor and report stock levels, identifying changes in waste streams.
• Work closely with the supervisor to achieve site KPIs and operational targets.
• Carry out waste sampling and analysis activities across 2 sites.
• Support site operations including weighbridge and de-bagging processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation including check sheets, production records, and process logs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and micro-project development.
• Participate in audits and management system reviews to ensure technical compliance.
• Promote and actively support a strong safety culture across site.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry is essential.
• Competent IT skills (excel, word  and general system use)
• Forklift licence (advantageous)

Personal skills   The Graduate Chemist role would suit someone who is:  

• Understanding of chemical handling and interactions between compounds
• Strong attention to detail with a “right first time” mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes unstructured environment
• Physically capable of working in an operational, hands-on role
• Clear and confident communicator (written and verbal)
• Organised with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• Awareness of waste compliance regulations (desirable)

Salary and benefits of the Graduate Chemist role

• Competitive salary of ~ £27,000 DOE.
• 25 days holiday
• Opportunity for progression within the role.

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