Gemma Harfield

Astute’s Nuclear team is working with a global leader in modular-based sealing solutions for cables and pipes, renowned for innovation, customer focus, and sustainable growth. We’re recruiting for a Technical Sales Manager – Power & Process Industry, to cover the UK market. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with the opportunity to drive business development, influence specifications with leading engineering firms, and build strong relationships across the process industry, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. If you’re a technically minded sales professional with proven experience presenting complex solutions and building long-term client partnerships, this is your chance to shape growth in a key sector for a world-class engineering business.                     Responsibilities and duties: As the Technical Sales Manager, you will:

• Identify and target UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and process industry clients to expand market presence
• Develop business opportunities with owners, operators, engineering consultancies, contractors, and resellers
• Secure engineering specifications and approved supplier status with key organisations
• Proactively seek new clients through structured business development and networking at industry events
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers, ensuring excellent technical and commercial support
• Present technical solutions to design engineers (electrical, mechanical, control, instrumentation, structural) via meetings, site visits, training, and presentations
• Deliver targeted sales growth by executing a structured sales plan aligned with business objectives
• Provide pre-sales technical advice and input on bespoke product solutions where required
• Manage sales pipeline, forecasting, and reporting using CRM tools
• Contribute market intelligence to support product planning and strategic growth initiatives
• Represent the company and its values at industry forums and events

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

• A relevant degree (Engineering, Technical, or Business) — or equivalent experience in technical sales
• Proven sales experience, ideally selling complex technical or engineered solutions
• Existing relationships with UK owner/operators, contractors, and design firms desirable
• Knowledge of civil construction, electrical, mechanical, controls, or automation systems within the process or power sectors
• Strong business development skills with a consultancy-style approach
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills, with confidence presenting to technical decision-makers
• Ability to manage long-term, complex sales cycles through to successful completion
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to develop and deliver a sales/business plan

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

• Self-motivated, ambitious, and results-driven
• Technically credible with a commercial mindset
• Confident and proactive in networking and building client relationships
• Skilled at simplifying complex technical solutions for non-technical audiences
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to team success
• Flexible and willing to travel within the UK (with occasional international trips)

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role  

• £45,000 – £55,000 depending on experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Company car / car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contribution scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Career development and international opportunities
• Supportive, innovative, and customer-focused team culture

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Astute’s Renewable Team is partnering with a leading organisation within the renewable energy sector to recruit a Civil Site Engineer for its Glasgow site. The Civil Site Engineer role offers a salary of £60,000 - £70,000, alongside private healthcare and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. If you're an experienced Civil Site Engineer looking to join one of the UK's most established facilities management and professional services businesses, submit your CV today to be considered. Responsibilities and duties of the Civil Site Engineer role Reporting to the Project Director and Project Manager you will:  

• Carry out setting out duties and oversee daily site engineering activities, ensuring works are delivered accurately and to the required standards
• Assist in the coordination and execution of civil construction activities in accordance with drawings, specifications and RAMS
• Work closely with site management, subcontractors and project stakeholders to coordinate works and address technical queries
•  Promote and maintain high health & safety standards through site inspections, audits and accurate record keeping
• Support project reporting, quality assurance processes and the completion of project documentation

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• CSCS card (Engineering or above)
• Experience using CAD

  Personal skills   The Civil Site Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• Proven experience working as a Site Engineer on civil engineering, infrastructure or construction projects
• Strong setting out capabilities and confidence interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
•  Sound understanding of health & safety regulations and best practices within a construction environment
•  Effective communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships across project teams
• A well-organised, proactive approach with excellent attention to detail  

Salary and benefits of the Civil Service Engineer role

• £60,000 - £70,000 salary
•  25 Days annual leave + bank holidays
•  5% Scottish Widows Employer Pension Contribution
•  Single Cover Private Medical Insurance  

 

Astute’s Technical Sales team is exclusively partnered with a market-leading manufacturer of innovative cable and pipe sealing solutions, used extensively across industries including rail, advanced facilities, pharma, telecoms, and construction. We are currently recruiting a Technical Sales Manager to further develop the company’s presence in the Industry & Infrastructure market across the South of England. The role will involve developing engineering specifications with leading design firms, as well as working directly with owners, operators, and contractors to expand adoption of these specialist solutions. This is a customer-facing, consultative role that combines business development with technical engagement, offering the opportunity to grow sales in both established and emerging market sectors.                     Responsibilities and duties: As the Technical Sales Manager, you will:

• Identify and target Industry & Infrastructure companies (rail, advanced facilities, pharma, telecoms, construction) to secure product specifications in key projects.
• Develop opportunities from early-stage prospecting through to standard specification or approved supplier status.
• Maintain and grow an existing client base of owners, operators, designers, and installers.
• Search for and qualify new projects, engaging directly with decision-makers including engineers, contractors, and resellers.
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, and forums to network and identify new opportunities.
• Deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, installation training, and project support to specifying engineers across multiple disciplines.
• Drive sustainable sales growth through targeted account planning and execution.
• Manage the full sales cycle using the company’s CRM system and provide accurate forecasting, market insight, and feedback for product planning.
• Provide pre-sales technical advice and support, including design input for bespoke products where required.

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

• University degree or equivalent experience (consideration given to candidates with relevant industry experience in place of formal qualifications).
• Proven professional sales experience, ideally presenting technical or complex solutions to engineers and decision-makers.
• Existing relationships within owner/operators, engineering consultancies, contracting and design firms.
• Knowledge of civil construction, electrical, control, automation, or mechanical systems within the target markets.
• Strong understanding of industrial sales processes with the ability to create and deliver structured business plans.
• Demonstrable business development experience, including prospect engagement and long sales-cycle management.

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

• Effective networking skills and the ability to influence at multiple organisational levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in presenting to groups and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from initiation to close.
• Strong organisational skills and self-motivation to work independently across a large territory.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the UK, with occasional international trips.

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role  

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company car.
• Travel and accommodation expenses covered.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to represent an industry-leading brand and work on high-profile projects across multiple sectors.

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About FLI Structures

FLI Structures is a leader in the design, fabrication, and installation of steel towers, platforms, screw?pile foundations and infrastructure for the telecoms, rail, highways, energy, radar, pipe?bridge and flood?mitigation sectors. We pair cutting?edge engineering with strong QHSE credentials (ISO 45001, RoSPA Gold). Our in?house teams enable fast, high?quality bespoke solutions alongside repeatable standard products

api.occupop.com+2fli.co.uk+2uk.indeed.com+2. Role Overview

We’re looking for a diligent and technically adept Estimator to join our Commercial team. You’ll prepare cost estimates for steel structures, foundations, and associated infrastructure components—from materials and labour to transport, plant, and installation. You’ll work with engineers, project managers, suppliers, and clients to ensure proposals are accurate, competitive, and commercially sound.

Key Responsibilities

• **Preparation of Estimates**

  • Perform detailed material take?offs from structural drawings and specifications. • Develop comprehensive cost estimates—covering materials, labour, equipment, logistics, subcontractors, and OPE.

• Commercial Analysis & Value Engineering

  • Analyse project scopes to identify opportunities to improve design efficiency and reduce costs without compromising quality.

• Supplier/Subcontractor Management

  • Source, evaluate and build relationships with suppliers/sub?contractors (e.g. steel fabricators, transporters, piling teams) to secure competitive pricing and lead?times.

• Cross?Functional Coordination

  • Collaborate with design, engineering, fabrication, HSEQ and installation teams to ensure alignment on scope, risks, scheduling, and buildability.

• Bid & Tender Support

  • Assist in bid preparation, including commercial documentation, risk registers, and presentation materials. • Participate in pre?bid and post?bid reviews and client pricing negotiations.

• Project Monitoring & Reporting

  • Track and report on cost changes and variations against estimates. • Support continuous improvement of estimating methods and systems.

What You’ll Bring

• Professional Qualification

  • HND (min) in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar.

• Relevant Experience

  • Ideally 3–5 years in estimating steel structures, heavy civil or infrastructure projects (e.g. towers, foundations, pipe bridges). • Proven ability to understand structural drawings and produce cost?based take?offs.

• Technical Skills

  • Confident with Microsoft Excel, Word, and ideally estimating software. • Familiarity with structural fabrication and piling processes is a strong plus.

• Core Competencies

  • Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external subcontractors. • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and risk awareness. • Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Commensurate with experience, including pension, holiday allowance, death?in?service cover, and employee assistance schemes (education/health perks).

• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within the Commercial and Project Management streams.

• Supportive Culture: Health & safety oriented, quality-focused, and committed to your growth.

• Hybrid Working: Combination of site/office presence and remote flexibility.

• Purpose-Driven Impact: Contribute to significant UK infrastructure, renewable energy, and telecom projects that underpin national connectivity and sustainability.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter to [[email protected]] (or use the contact form on FLI’s careers page). Explain why you’re a great fit for FLI Structures, including any estimating software you’ve used and notable project examples.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be instrumental in shaping bids for high-impact infrastructure that supports telecoms, rail, highways, flood defences, and renewable sectors.

• Join a 70-year?old company known for quality, innovation, and robust in?house engineering and fabrication.

• Work with a diverse and expert team across multi-disciplinary fields, including design, engineering, fabrication, and installation

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit a Supplier Quality and Development Engineer for its Bath site. The strategically important Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, pension, and excellent opportunities for professional development. If you’re a Supplier Quality and Development Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is committed to delivering the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance within the nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role Reporting to the Quality Manager you will:

• Conduct supplier audits and assessments in accordance with CSA N299 and ASME NQA-1 requirements.
• Ensure suppliers maintain robust quality management programmes aligned with nuclear regulatory expectations.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation including manuals, procedures, inspection plans, and quality records.
• Drive supplier continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance, reliability, and compliance.
• Support suppliers with corrective and preventive action implementation using root cause analysis methodologies.
• Provide guidance and training to suppliers on nuclear quality standards and customer expectations.
• Ensure supplier readiness for nuclear-related product launches, engineering changes, and modifications.
• Validate supplier manufacturing and inspection processes through PPAP, FAI, and other quality assurance tools.
• Maintain comprehensive records of supplier audits, evaluations, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Ensure full traceability and documentation integrity in line with CSA N299 and ASME NQA-1 requirements.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Regulatory teams to align supplier capability with project requirements.
• Participate in design and procurement reviews to assess supplier-related risks and quality impacts.

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

• Proven experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Quality Auditing role.
• Strong understanding of supplier quality assurance processes and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality management software.
• Ability to conduct supplier assessments and manage supplier performance improvement activities.

Desirable

• Experience within the nuclear industry.
• Working knowledge of CSA N299 and/or ASME NQA-1 quality standards.
• Lead Auditor qualification or equivalent.
• Internal Auditor certification or equivalent.
• Experience with PPAP, FAI, and supplier process validation activities.
• Knowledge of Rotork or similar engineered products and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using statistical quality tools and techniques.

  Personal skills   The Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Calm, methodical, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with excellent time management abilities.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to quality and compliance.
• A logical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.

  Salary and benefits of the Supplier Quality and Development Engineer role  

• Salary of ~£60,000 plus company bonus scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• 37-hour working week.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a highly regulated and technically challenging nuclear environment.
• Collaborative and supportive working culture.

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Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with HTSL, a radioactive isotope provider with a commitment to quality and optimal performance, who are looking to recruit a Radiation Metrologist for their Deeside site.  The essential Radiation Metrologist role comes with a salary up to £32,000, pension and excellent opportunities for progression. If you’re a Radiation Professional and have experience in instrumentation and are looking to work for an organisation that puts quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction at the forefront of everything they do, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:  

• Serve as a Qualified Person according to ACOP and national Good Practice Guides (NGPGs).
• Apply and interpret international standards and NGPGs in the laboratory setting.
• Develop, document, and implement procedures for calibrating and testing instruments, including writing technical reports.
• Act as the authorised signatory for all calibration and test certificates.
• Represent the company at the Ionising Radiation Metrology Forum (IRMF) and stay updated on relevant technical and regulatory issues for the RCS Laboratory.
• Present technical developments to the HPIWP and Defence Group when required.
• Conduct Type Testing for customers and other stakeholders.
• Make minor updates to the laboratory database and related software.
• Implement quality improvements that are cost-effective and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Support regulatory inspections as needed.
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing the quality management system.
• Conduct internal and external audits as per the annual audit schedule.
• Serve as Radiation Protection Supervisor.
• Train staff in areas under your responsibility.
• Any other duties as required.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Educated to a minimum of Level 5 (Foundation Degree or HND) and preferably Level 6 (University Degree) in a science based subject
• Nuclear Instrumentation Calibration Course (NICC HMS Sultan) qualified or equivalent would be advantageous
• At least 2 years relevant previous experience of working in Radiation Metrology
• Programming experience, ideally linked to database applications would be advantageous
• UK driving licence

Personal skills The Radiation Metrologist role would suit someone who is:  

• A proven track record of being accurate and organised in approach to work
• A high level of attention to detail in relation to successfully completing analytical tasks
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good Knowledge of statistics to allow the generation and review of uncertainty budgets.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Experience of working within the framework of a rigorous quality and safety management system
• Proactive in expanding own understanding and knowledge

Salary and benefits of the Radiation Metrologist role  

• Salary up to £32,000
• 5% pension contribution
• 25 days holiday PLUS Bank holidays
• Opportunities for progression

 

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a specialist infrastructure and utilities contractor delivering complex works across the UK’s nuclear and regulated utilities sectors to recruit an experienced M&E Estimator with a strong water and utilities background to support estimating activities across a growing portfolio of non-core works The Estimator role is working Inside IR35, comes with a daily rate of up to £500pd (depending on experience) and will be initially based on a 12-month contract. The position is based on-site at Hinkley Point C and covers other nuclear power stations across the UK. The role has a clear M&E estimating bias and is ideally suited to someone with extensive experience in water infrastructure and treatment systems. A civils background is not essential, provided the candidate has deep and practical water experience. If this sounds interesting, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the M&E Estimator role Reporting to the Design & MEICA Manager you will:  

• Prepare accurate and robust M&E estimates for design and build projects
• Estimating for:
  • New structures
  • Water to foul systems
  • Temporary and permanent treatment centre “pop-up” solutions
• Support estimating activity across multiple nuclear sites including:
  • Hinkley Point C (HPC)
  • HPA / HPB
  • Sizewell C (SZC)
• Work closely with design, commercial, and delivery teams to develop cost-effective solutions
• Review scopes, drawings, specifications, and client requirements
• Contribute to early-stage feasibility and pre-construction estimating
• Operate within a non-core area of the business, focusing on specialist and bespoke works rather than large civils packages

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following: Proven experience as an M&E Estimator Extensive water and utilities experience (essential) Background in estimating for:

• Water treatment
• Wastewater / foul systems
• Utilities or regulated infrastructure projects

Experience working on design and build schemes Nuclear or similarly regulated environment experience desirable but not essential Experience-led profile preferred over formal qualifications   Salary and benefits of the Mechanical and Electrical Estimator role   BPSS clearance required Role is inside IR35 only £500pd depending on experience No benefits, bonuses, or expenses paid separately ?  #LI-GH1 INDNUC  

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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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and practical application of mechanical engineering within highly regulated sectors and possess security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£55 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis, however if further away, applications will still be considered. If you’re a Senior Mechanical Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior Mechanical Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:

• Delivery of mechanical engineering scope to satisfy the technical specification
• Potential to lead teams for the full project lifecycle, including Specification, Design, Procurement, Supply/Manufacture Liaison, Installation, Acceptance Testing, Commissioning and Operator Training in Nuclear Engineering Projects
• Production of and approval of deliverables throughout the delivery process
• Checking/approval of discipline specific engineering deliverables
• Contribution to engineering and safety reviews
• Ensuring quality and prompt delivery of documentation throughout all phases of the project lifecycle
• Compliance with safety legislation and statutory regulations
• Develop cost effective technical solutions
• Provide technical consultancy

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Strong understanding of the fundamentals within your engineering discipline
• Previous experience of working within the nuclear industry (this is desirable but not essential if transferrable skills are demonstrated)
• Proven track record of successfully delivering mechanical engineering solutions within a highly regulated industry
• Working knowledge of plant layout, set up, installation and alignment of plant, equipment and machinery for works test, integrated test, site installation and commissioning
• Understanding of the requirements to support safety led designs and associated regulatory compliance
• Good understanding of wider industry safety legislation and statutory regulations
• Understanding of modern delivery practices, for example BIM compliance, RIBA/BSRIA design delivery stage gates, etc
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Good level of commercial awareness
• Experience of leading design teams

    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role  

• £50 - £55 an hour
• 12-month contract

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