Senior Recruitment Consultant - Perm Nuclear Energy

Gattaca Plc; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company in Fareham seeks a driven Recruitment Consultant for their Nuclear Permanent Desk. The role involves developing market knowledge, recruiting for specialized engineering positions, and managing client relationships. Ideal candidates will have nuclear or transferable engineering experience, alongside strong sales skills. This position offers a supportive culture with flexible working options and a competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £35,000.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Team holidays and socials

Free on-site parking

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Ideally, nuclear experience to meet the sector’s specialized demands.
• Experience in aerospace or defence is relevant due to similar technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of the Nuclear Permanent market.
• Recruit for Design desk or Project Controls.
• Engage with candidates and manage communication with clients.
• Drive sales activities and build strong client relationships.
• Create and grow your recruitment desk.

Skills

Nuclear experience

Engineering background

Sales skills

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

Shape the Future: Our First Recruitment Consultant for the Nuclear Permanent Desk. As a Recruitment Consultant focusing on the Permanent Nuclear markets, you will develop the technical expertise and market awareness to identify, open, and develop new market opportunities in an inclusive and supportive environment.

We are looking for a driven and competitive person to join our diverse and successful Energy team for our first hire into a Nuclear Permanent desk. This is an exciting time to join this team! There are two opportunities in this team, focused on either a Design desk recruiting for mechanical, electrical and project engineers, or for Project Controls where you will typically recruit planners, estimators and commercial positions. You will grow what we refer to as "your desk" — a hub of activity where you’ll connect with candidates, coordinate interviews, canvass clients and work closely with hiring managers to fill vacancies. Sales activities and relationship building are integral to the role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of the Nuclear Permanent market to identify and open new opportunities.
• Recruit for either a Design desk (mechanical, electrical and project engineers) or Project Controls (planners, estimators and commercial roles).
• Engage with candidates, coordinate interviews, and manage communication with clients and hiring managers.
• Drive sales activities and build strong client relationships to fill open vacancies.
• Create and grow your recruitment desk by working in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Ideally, nuclear experience to meet the sector’s specialized demands.
• Engineering backgrounds with transferable skills; experience in aerospace or defence is relevant due to similar technical requirements and security considerations.

What We Offer

• A warm, welcoming team with a positive and inclusive culture.
• Support and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Flexible working options to support wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Incentives including team holidays, regular socials, and more.
• Free on-site parking and a competitive benefits package.

Who Are We?

For over 35 years, Gattaca has helped clients worldwide grow by solving talent challenges. We aim to deliver a service that clients, candidates, colleagues, and suppliers recommend without hesitation. Our vision is to be the STEM talent partner of choice, and we need you to help us get there. Our values — Trust, Professionalism, Ambition, and FUN — guide everything we do. With industry-leading training and tools, we can help elevate your career.

Ready to Launch Your Nuclear Recruitment Career?

Apply now. We value quick feedback and clear communication from our team.

Recruitment Process

Gattaca is committed to helping our people realise their full potential. We value a diverse workforce and are dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments to our recruitment process.

Our recruitment process includes a combination of telephone, video, and face-to-face interviews to showcase your talents and potential. We offer reasonable adjustments to accommodate applicants’ needs, such as providing interview questions in advance, alternative formats, and adjustments to interview times or settings. This list is not exhaustive, and we are open to considering additional adjustments to support candidates.

Location: Whiteley, Fareham (HQ). Salary: £30,000 – £35,000. Employment type: Full-time.