Gemma Harfield

Astute’s Engineering team is proudly partnered with a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy who deliver services to a diverse client base across the residential, commercial, industrial, and nuclear sectors. They are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to support a range of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, including ongoing work in the UK’s nuclear sector. The Senior Structural Engineer will act as a key leader within the team, providing technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. This role requires delivering high-quality structural designs while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. If you’re a Structural Engineer looking for work then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role Reporting to the Associate Structural Engineer you will:  

• Lead structural engineering projects from concept to completion, delivering efficient, code-compliant designs in various materials.
• Conduct site inspections and resolve structural issues, representing the company in client and design meetings
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources, providing regular updates and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Mentor junior staff and promote a collaborative, learning-focused environment with a strong CPD culture.
• Maintain strong client relationships and support growth through tenders and identifying new opportunities.
• Champion safety and ensure quality standards across all deliverables, staying current with industry best practices.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (preferred).
• Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software, ideally including:

MasterSeries, SCIA, Tekla Structural Designer AutoCAD and Revit

• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques and software (preferred).
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools to streamline design and documentation workflows.
• Proven experience delivering structural engineering projects, particularly within the defence and nuclear sectors.

Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and team members.
• A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.
• Commitment to professional growth and staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  

• A salary of up to £60,000 DOE
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across key sectors.
• Access to leading software tools and ongoing professional development opportunities.

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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  

Astute People are working with a well-regarded environmental consultancy delivering innovative geo-environmental and geotechnical solutions to recruit a Consultant or Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical, based in Bristol.

This Consultant or Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role offers a salary of £30,000–£45,000, depending on experience, with hybrid working, hands-on site involvement, and exposure to nationally significant development projects across the South West and Midlands.

If you’re a motivated geo-environmental or geotechnical professional ready to lead site investigations and contribute to sustainable land and infrastructure solutions, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

Reporting to a senior member of the geoscience team, you will:

• Organise and deliver intrusive site investigations, sample collection, and environmental monitoring

• Conduct land contamination assessments, analysing chemical and geotechnical testing results

• Produce high-quality Phase 1 & Phase 2 reports with clear, practical recommendations

• Act as site supervisor during ground investigations and liaise with contractors and suppliers

• Maintain a strong awareness of environmental and geotechnical legislation and standards

• Coordinate multiple small to medium-scale projects, ensuring budgets, deadlines and quality standards are met

• Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal technical teams

• Support junior colleagues through mentoring and knowledge-sharing

• Uphold Health & Safety standards in all site and office-based activities

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in a relevant subject: Geo-Environmental, Geology, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or similar

• Prior experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical consultancy role

• Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques, contamination assessments, and relevant UK guidance

• Excellent data interpretation and technical report-writing skills

• Experience managing or coordinating fieldwork

• A full UK manual driving licence (essential for local site access)

• Willingness to travel across the South West and Midlands, within ~2 hours of Bristol base

Personal skills

The Consultant / Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role would suit someone who is:

• Practical, proactive, and confident working both in the field and in technical reporting

• Eager to contribute to impactful environmental and infrastructure projects

• A clear communicator with a collaborative mindset

• Ready to support and guide junior colleagues while managing their own workload

• Interested in career progression, chartership, and personal development

Salary and benefits of the Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

• Consultant: £30,000–£35,000

• Senior Consultant: £40,000–£45,000

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional leave)

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Matched pension scheme

• Career development and chartership support

• Mentorship from experienced consultants

• Involvement in exciting regional infrastructure and renewable energy projects

• Wellbeing support and employee discounts across retail, travel, and fitness

• Volunteering and community action opportunities

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a company who are leaders in lifecycle construction and operations for the Utilities and Infrastructure sectors and are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveying (SQS) to act as the key commercial link between project delivery teams and senior project management. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll manage commercial risk and opportunities, support commercial strategy development, and provide oversight across both operational and project functions. This role involves close collaboration with pre-construction teams, dispute resolution, cost estimation, and maintaining commercial standards. You’ll lead a commercial team, ensure compliance with corporate governance, and manage key stakeholder relationships across internal teams, clients, and suppliers. If you’re a SQS with experience in drafting and issuing NEC contracts, working with multi-disciplined teams and have excellent commercial awareness, then upload your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties As the Senior Quantity Surveyor you will:

• Support the creation and delivery of a robust commercial vision and strategy, providing inspirational leadership and coaching to commercial teams to promote commercial awareness and high performance.
• Deliver accurate and insightful financial reporting and governance, ensuring alignment with project budgets and targets, and driving a culture of commercialism, efficiency, and innovation.
• Resolve commercial disputes effectively while maintaining relationships and protecting the company’s reputation, ensuring appropriate risk exposure in all activities.
• Ensure supply chain services meet company standards and manage client relationships to achieve key business KPIs, safeguarding business interests and reputation.
• Assist in implementing performance improvement initiatives, support procurement and contractual management, and oversee quotations and presentations within tight timeframes.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience of managing the commercial delivery of multi-disciplined projects across engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance in multiple industries.

 

• BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent experience).
• Experience and knowledge of industry contract types, particularly the NEC suite of contracts.
• Strong numeracy & analytical skills and knowledge of accounting policies and principles.
• Planning, problem-solving, and change management skills with the ability to make things happen.

Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to influence effectively at a senior level and articulate views convincingly. Personal skills The SQS role would suit someone who is:

• An aspiring leader who provides guidance and coaching.
• Encourages teamwork and inspires confidence.
• Enlists the best performance of colleagues and external resources.
• Builds professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Rates of the QS role

• Inside IR35
• Contract length – 6-9 months
• £450 - £500 per day

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with Ludlum Systems, a leading radiometric protection provider, to recruit a Technical Sales Executive to drive sales of all products in the UK market, specifically targeting the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, scrap and recycling industries, industrial Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), universities and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of radiation physics and be able to develop and maintain key relationships with clients across these diverse markets. The Technical Sales Executive will play a key role in driving revenue growth, expanding market presence, and enhancing brand visibility.  The role comes with a salary of £45,000, up to 10% annual bonus, £6,000 car allowance and more. If you’re a Technical Sales Executive 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 the Sales Executive you will:  

• Develop and implement a sales strategy to achieve revenue targets in the medical and pharmaceuticals market, scrap and recycling sectors, industrial NDT, academic institutions, security.
• Identify and prioritise target clients, understand their needs, and tailor product offerings to provide the best solutions.
• Act as the main point of contact for these customers, providing excellent service, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Engage in active business development activities to expand the company's presence and drive sales growth
• Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and market feedback to inform decision-making and strategy development.
• Provide technical guidance and product demonstrations to customers to showcase the benefits and features of our offerings.
• Develop a deep understanding of the company's product range and its applications in various sectors.

    Professional qualifications: We’re looking for someone who can bring either proven sales ability or strong technical expertise to this role. There are two routes to fit:

• You may have a background in sales — ideally within the nuclear industry or related sectors such as medical, pharmaceuticals, recycling, industrial NDT, security, or government — with at least a basic understanding of radiation physics.
• Or you may be a technician or engineer with hands-on experience in radiometric instrumentation and a solid knowledge of radiation physics, now ready to move into a more client-facing position.

Whichever route you come from, what matters most is the ability to quickly understand complex products and services, and communicate them with confidence to clients. This is a home-based role with regular travel across the UK to meet clients, attend industry events, and represent the company at trade shows and exhibitions. You’ll need to be eligible for Security Clearance, and experience in Radiation Protection or Health Physics would be an advantage. If you’re looking for a role where you can combine your technical knowledge with client interaction, and play a key part in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.     Personal skills The Mechanical Fitter role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and confidently
• Strong relationship-building skills, focused on developing and maintaining long-term client partnerships
• Self-motivated and well-organised, able to manage a home-based role with regular UK travel
• Curious and eager to learn, with the ability to quickly grasp new technical knowledge and apply it in client conversations

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Executive role

• Salary of up to £45,000
• £520 pm car allowance
• 10% annual bonus
• Internal and external training provided
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company progression

 

Astute are partnered with a long-established and reputable company specialising in the service, maintenance and repair of waste handling and recycling equipment. Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Technical Engineer to join their team, covering customers within an approximate 100-mile radius of Dartford. This is a hands-on field-based role, combining service engineering responsibilities with technical support, training, and product expertise across the wider engineering team. As a Technical Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability while acting as a point of contact for technical guidance across the business. Responsibilities and duties of the Technical Engineer role As the Technical Engineer, you will be:  

• Covering a regional patch (~100-mile radius from Dartford), travelling up to 100 miles per day
• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing:
  • Compactors and balers
  • Scissor lifts
  • Dock levellers and associated waste handling equipment
• Diagnosing faults and delivering first-time fixes where possible
• Carrying out breakdown response and planned maintenance
• Producing quotations for repairs and additional works
• Providing remote technical support via phone or video to other engineers
• Supporting training and development of engineers in product knowledge and best practices
• Working safely with 3-phase electrics and hydraulic systems
• Collaborating effectively with the wider team both on-site and remotely
• Occasional overnight stays and out-of-hours work as required

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: •           Strong experience with 3-phase electrics (essential) •           Good understanding of hydraulic systems (preferred) •           Background in maintenance, service, or field engineering •           Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics •           Competent in fault finding across electrical and mechanical systems •           Experience working on industrial or heavy equipment is advantageous Personal Skills The Technical Engineer role would suit someone who is: •           Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach •           Ability to work independently and support others •           Good communication skills for both customer interaction and internal support •           Flexible and adaptable to meet business and client needs •           Willingness to travel and occasionally stay away from home Salary and benefits of the Technical Engineer role •           Starting salary circa £45,000 per annum (~£17.50 per hour) •           Overtime and out-of-hours payments •           Company bonus: £500 per quarter •           Performance-related incentives and attendance bonuses •           Company van and mobile phone provided •           20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) •           Full training and ongoing development •           OTE: Realistic earnings of £50,000+ per annum #LI-GH1 INDNUC

SHEQ Coordinator       

Bracknell

£35,000 + benefits

 

Introduction…

Astute are proudly partnered with a well-established business who provide a range of services across the Home Counties including Demolition, Plant Hire and Waste Management.

They are currently seeking an experienced SHEQ Coordinator with a strong knowledge of compliance to join their team, visiting a variety of sites to ensure that all operations are being undertaken in line with legislation and government guidelines.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the SHEQ Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• The undertaking of ISO audits on a monthly basis
• Advising colleagues and external stakeholders on Health & Safety related issues
• Ensuring business operations are being undertaken in line with legislation and government guidelines
• Translating legislation into workable solutions for the business
• Undertaking inductions and toolbox talks
• Presenting reports to senior management

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a relevant role (Waste sector would be an advantage)
• NEBOSH certificate or equivalent
• Full UK driving license
• Knowledge of ISOs (specifically 9001, 14001 and 45001)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £35,000 basic salary
• Monday to Friday 8 – 5 hours
• Opportunity to work for an established industry firm with a family feel

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.

The HPC Jobs Service supports local people into exciting, long-term careers across our Project. FAYAT LIFTING welcome details of candidates who meet the NNB matrix as QHSE. Location : HPC nuclear power station, Bridgewater, UK. Responsible to : Construction Manager MAIN RESPONSABILITIES • Manage site technical documentation (mainly installation procedures/Method Statement and task-specific risk assessments) • Supervise the technical aspects of Site works (presentation of procedures to the workers) • Manage technical issues with Nuclear New Build Generation Company/Responsible Designer (NNB GenCo/RD) • Design temporary • Produce Lifting Plans using Solidworks • Act as a lead Appointed Person • Overall authority on lifting operations within Fayat Lifting UK at HPC. • Ensures compliance with LOLER, HPC lifting standards, and site safety rules. • Appoints and supervises Appointed Persons, Lift Supervisors, and other lifting personnel. • Approves Lift Plans and ensures all lifting activities are properly risk-assessed. • Ensure lifting teams are briefed on the lift plans • Design temporary works • Coordinate Client comments on technical documents and FAYAT answers • Support Quality Manager with the required documentation to raise and follow the FCR (Field Change Request)/NCR (Non Conformance Report) • Manage As-built documentation / Update As-built drawing. • Coordinate the REX (Returns of Experiences) • Contribute to ensuring the safety of the facilities and personnel on the site. PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES • Mechanical engineering skills. • Excellent computer skills (Solidworks, Autocad,). • Ability to solve technical problems • Technical writing skills. • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems. • Good Nuclear Safety Culture • Excellent people skills. • Full current driving licence. • Proactive. • Autonomous • Ability to maintain Company integrity through confidentiality and discretion. • Ability to promote the Company. Candidates will preferably hold one of the following qualifications: • Master’s Degree in Engineering • CPCS A61: Appointed Person • NVQ Level 3 ACE Card in Engineering Construction Lifting, Positioning and Installing Structures, Plant and Equipment- Rigging or qualified in steel erecting / moving loads.     JOB DESCRIPTION JOB 02 ind A EXPERIENCE • QHSE experience in the nuclear or similar regulated sector. • At least 3 years of experience in the nuclear industry, • At least 3 years of experience in the lifting and handling sector • At least 3 years of experience in engineering and design department • Customer relationship It would be great if candidates are site pass holders (or could easily have a site pass reinstated) however this is not essential and preferably have had prior experience of: • Mechanical and steel construction design • Assemblying operations • Lifting operations • Team management For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.    

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