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Gemma Harfield

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People
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Technical Sales Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a well-established and leading specialist in design, manufacture, and installation of specialist steel structures. They are looking for a Technical Sales Manager to join their team to win new opportunities, grow key accounts, and build lasting partnerships across core and emerging infrastructure markets.

This integral position comes with a salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience and the chance to work on a hybrid basis.   If you’re an experienced Technical Sales professional and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.

 

               

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Sales Manager you will:
  • Identifying and securing new business opportunities across the telecoms, energy, rail, highways, and water sectors.
  • Building and managing a robust pipeline through proactive market research and lead generation.
  • Delivering compelling client presentations and negotiations, showcasing the company’s technical expertise and value-engineering capabilities.
  • Developing trusted, long-term relationships with key stakeholders, including engineers, procurement teams, and framework leads.
  • Representing the business at client meetings, industry events, and trade shows to promote services and build networks.
  • Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to produce competitive, high-quality proposals.
  • Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to inform business strategy.
  • Maintaining and growing relationships with existing clients through strategic account management.
  • Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure excellent project delivery and customer satisfaction

 

 

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Proven experience in specification sales within the civil construction industry.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with confidence delivering CPD presentations.
  • A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to client sites as needed.

 

 

Personal skills

The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:
  • A track record of building relationships with technical and commercial stakeholders.
  • A self-driven, technically curious, and commercially astute mindset.
  • Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and presentation tools.
  • A solid understanding of B2B sales cycles and public procurement/tendering processes.

 

 

Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role

  • Salary up to £60,000 (dependent on experience)
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Paid travel expenses
  • Opportunities for training and career development within a supportive team

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Customer Service Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is collaborating with the leading provider of sealing solutions for cable and pipe transits to recruit a Customer Service Advisor to support with their daily operations. The Customer Service Advisor role will combine customer service duties, order processing, aftersales and logistic support as well as invoicing and credit control processes. The position offers a generous bonus scheme and a chance for growth. If you’re an experienced Customer Service Advisor 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 Customer Service Advisor, you will be:
  • Handle incoming enquiries via calls and emails, providing quotations, technical documentation, and general customer support.
  • Manage order processing through the ERP system, oversee logistics, and ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Coordinate invoicing, credit control, and aftersales communication to ensure smooth payment and customer satisfaction.
  • Support internal and external sales teams and perform general office administration to maintain an excellent customer experience.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Experience using an ERP system (IFS preferred)  
  • Ability and confidence to prepare and present solutions and strategies to groups of co-workers, clients or prospects.
    Personal skills The Customer Service Advisor role would suit someone who has:
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Desire to grow within a company
  • Ability to use Microsoft programs
    Salary and benefits of the Customer Service role
  • A salary of up to £30,000
  • 20-40% bonus paid quarterly
  • Pension contribution, healthcare package and anniversary bonus 
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Senior Nuclear Project Manager - N-2026-01
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their Nuclear division, based in Stone with flexible working available. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for delivering a portfolio of complex, high-value projects within the Nuclear sector, involving full turnkey solutions across PLC/SCADA and safety-critical systems. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while leading and developing multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Nuclear Project Manager role As the Senior Project Manager, you will be:  
  • Managing a portfolio of projects with cumulative values of several million pounds, from inception through to delivery
  • Ensuring projects are delivered to agreed timescales, specifications, budgets and customer satisfaction levels
  • Leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams including:
    • Project Managers
    • Hardware and Software Engineers
    • Installation Engineers (team sizes up to ~30)
  • Taking full financial responsibility for project delivery, including budget control, margin performance and subcontractor management
  • Liaising closely with internal production and engineering teams based in Stone
  • Managing subcontractors for specialist works and services
  • Ensuring all Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety (QEHS) requirements are met across projects
  • Holding regular progress and review meetings with clients
  • Supporting the development of long-term client relationships and future business opportunities
  • Overseeing the full project lifecycle including requirements definition, design and substantiation, implementation and testing, installation and commissioning and ongoing support
  Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • 5–10+ years’ experience in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) project management within the nuclear industry or a similarly regulated environment
  • Strong understanding of PLC/SCADA systems and electrical hardware
  • Experience working with NEC3 / NEC4 contracts
  • Experience managing subcontractors and complex supply chains
  • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
  • Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC)
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional stays away
Desirable:
  • Project management qualification (e.g. APM, PMI or similar)
  • Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely)
  • Experience using CEMAR
  • Degree qualified, ideally in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Personal Skills The Senior Nuclear Project Manager role would suit someone who is:  
  • A strong leader with proven team management experience
  • Commercially astute with a strategic mindset
  • An excellent communicator with strong client-facing skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple complex projects
  • Able to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
  • Proactive in identifying risks and driving solutions
  • Flexible and adaptable in a highly regulated environment
Salary and benefits of the Senior Project Manager role
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Private healthcare
  • Lifestyle screening
  • Salary sacrifice schemes
  • Mental health assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Green car scheme
  • Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees
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Commissioning Engineer - E-2025-16
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join their Energy division, based from Stone with regular travel to UK client sites. This is a hands-on role focused on the testing and commissioning of electrical automation and control systems, ranging from system upgrades to full turnkey installations. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring systems are tested, validated, and ready for operation, working closely with engineering and site teams.   Responsibilities and duties of the Commissioning Engineer role As the Commissioning Engineer, you will be:  
  • Carrying out site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities
  • Supporting factory acceptance testing (FAT)
  • Supervising installation work on client sites
  • Ensuring all work meets technical and safety standards
  • Producing and managing commissioning documentation and test records
  • Marking up drawings and schematics with site changes
  • Developing and reviewing test and commissioning procedures
  • Deploying and verifying configuration files (PLC, SCADA, RTU, IEDs, networks)
  • Supporting site preparation, materials, and equipment setup
  • Managing commissioning tools, spares, and test equipment
  • Carrying out fault finding and resolving system issues
  • Managing LOTO and safe isolation procedures on site
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Background in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
  • Experience in test and commissioning of electrical/control systems
  • Strong fault-finding skills on electrical and electronic systems
  • Understanding of SCADA, PLCs, and substation control systems
  • Knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet, fibre, serial systems)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
  • Understanding of electrical safety and LOTO procedures
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Desirable:
  • 18th Edition (BS7671) and C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing
  • Experience on National Grid substations
  • Knowledge of substation secondary systems
  • Experience writing test and commissioning documentation
  Personal Skills The Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who is:  
  • Technically strong with a hands-on approach
  • Analytical and methodical in problem solving
  • A clear communicator with site teams and clients
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Comfortable working under pressure and to deadlines
  • Flexible with travel and site-based work
Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Private healthcare
  • Lifestyle screening
  • Salary sacrifice schemes
  • Mental health assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Green car scheme
  • Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees
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Senior CS&A Engineer - Warrington
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. They are looking for a Senior CS&A Engineer to provide hands-on analysis and design within the C&S department.   This integral position comes with a salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience and the chance to work on a hybrid basis.   If you’re an experienced Civil, Structural and Architectural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Senior CS&A Engineer you will:  
  • Prepare design documentation throughout the design process
  • Develop designs to satisfy technical specifications
  • Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
  • Contribute to design reviews
  • Prepare of technical specifications
  • Prepare risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree
  • Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel
  • Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel
  • Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types
  • Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position
    Personal skills: The CS&A Engineer role would suit someone who has/is:  
  • Strong team player
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Full UK driving licence and ability to travel
  • Ability to obtain security clearance
    Salary and benefits of the Senior CS&A Engineer role:  
  • Base salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
  • Career development opportunities  
  • Hybrid working

Multi-Skilled Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Mechanically strong.
  • 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Fabrication Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
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Radiation Protection Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a company that provides comprehensive and cost-effective radiation protection services to a wide range of internationally operating industrial and non-industrial companies. They are looking for a qualified Radiation Protection Advisor to join their successful Radiation Protection team.   This integral position comes with a salary of up to £70,000, excellent opportunities to work on a wide variety of projects. You’ll share new ideas between clients which satisfy the most stringent Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards to support their purpose, protecting people and planet. They also provide support and training to those keen to further develop their careers through additional professional development qualifications, such as RWA and/or DGSA certification.   If you’re an experienced and highly motivated RPA and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in upskilling their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: As the Radiation Protection Advisor you will:  
  • Provide clear and concise advice to clients on radiation compliance issues.
  • Prepare and review radiation risk assessments and procedures.
  • Carry out audits - onshore and offshore – and ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
  • Teach radiation protection courses.
  • Mentor trainee RPA’s to help ensure they gain their RPA2000 certification.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A valid RPA certificate issued by RPA2000
  • Have experience providing radiation protection advice to at least one of the utilities, real estate, nuclear, technology, marine and development sectors.
  • Radioactive Waste Adviser (RWA) Certificate or working towards it would be an advantage.
  • DGSA certification or knowledge of Class 7 transport regulations would also be desirable.
    Personal skills: The RPA role would suit someone who has:  
  • Excellent verbal, written communications, and IT Skills
  • The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Able to plan your day and have excellent time management skills
  • Ability to work on and offshore
    Salary and benefits of the Radiation Protection Advisor role:  
  • Base salary of up to £70,000
  • 36 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Flexible/hybrid working policy
  • Employee support programmes
  • Career development opportunities  

Technical Sales Manager - Power & Process
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
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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Multi-Skilled Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Mechanically strong.
  • 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
  • Ability to do basic stick welding would beneficial.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Multi-Skilled Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
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Electrical Technician (Nuclear)
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 4/24/23
  • END DATE: 3/1/24
  • PAY RATE: $37.0 /HR

Electrical Technician (Nuclear)

12 Months +

Berkshire

£37.00 per hour

Start ASAP

 

We are recruiting for an Electrical Technician with experience within the Nuclear sector for a role on a busy site in Berkshire.

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Installation and commissioning of instrumentation
  • Electrical inspection and testing
  • Completion of electrical test certificates
  • Carry out diagnostics and problem solving for electrical and instrument systems
  • Calibration of instrumented systems
  • Acceptance and hand-back of PTWs
  • Performing all assigned tasks to agreed Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality standards and demonstrate a commitment to attaining high levels of HSE performance

 

You will need to possess experience of electrical installations and a sound knowledge control systems and process instrumentation.

 

Essential Requirements:

  • Degree Qualified or relevant experience to an equivalent level
  • Previous EC&I commissioning experience gained within Nuclear projects
  • A proven track record of delivering to set deadlines within an electrical, control and instrumentation team  
  • 17th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • City & Guilds 2394 & 2935 is desirable for this role
  • Ability to communicate effectively with onsite team
  • IT literate with experience of MS Office

 

To be considered this role you must have current SC clearance or higher. If you are interested in finding out more, you can call Gemma Harfield on 02392 288 209 or email [email protected]