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Quarterly Wrap-Up | July – Sept 2025

Published 2 October 2025

Orion Electrotech Celebrates a Strong Q1 Performance

Orion Electrotech is proud to complete Quarter 1 of our financial year by celebrating another period of strong performance, meaningful achievements, and an ongoing commitment to connecting exceptional talent with the right opportunities.

From our Reading and Aylesbury offices, we continue to serve our three sector-focused divisions: Utilities, Construction, and Engineering & Manufacturing, delivering both contract and permanent recruitment solutions tailored to industry needs.

Message from our Managing Director

“I am incredibly proud of the Orion teams for another exceptional quarter in what is still a very tough and competitive market. Their dedication, expertise, and proactive approach have directly contributed to the success of our clients and candidates alike.

Each placement we make doesn’t just fill a role; it strengthens businesses, drives projects forward, and supports industry growth. The impact of their hard work is truly visible across every sector we support.”

Grant Nesbitt | Group Managing Director

Performance Highlights

Contract Recruitment

  • Total contract placements: 589
  • Utilities: 14
  • Construction: 431
  • Engineering & Manufacturing / Automation: 144
  • Contract jobs registered: 334
  • Utilities: 25
  • Construction: 180
  • Engineering & Manufacturing / Automation: 129

Registered-to-Placed Ratio (Contract)

  • Total: 589 / 334 = 176% (reflecting a highly active market and continued success in placing roles registered in this and the previous quarter)
  • Utilities: 14 / 25 = 56%
  • Construction: 431 / 180 = 239%
  • Engineering & Manufacturing / Automation: 144 / 129 = 112%

Permanent Recruitment

  • Total permanent placements: 130 from 200 jobs registered
  • Registered-to-placed ratio: 65%
  • Majority of placements within Engineering & Manufacturing / Automation

Achievements & Milestones

ISO 9001:2015 Certification Pass

Achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification is more than a badge of quality; it reflects Orion Electrotech’s ongoing commitment to excellence and continual improvement across every aspect of our operations.

This certification ensures that our processes are rigorously monitored, streamlined, and consistently effective, giving our clients confidence that they are partnering with a recruitment provider that adheres to the highest standards.

By embedding continual improvement into our culture, we not only enhance service delivery but also increase the success rate of our placements, meaning businesses receive top-quality candidates more efficiently and reliably.

Gift a Tree Initiative

Orion Electrotech is proud to take tangible steps toward reducing our environmental impact through our partnership with Gift a Tree. By planting trees to offset our carbon footprint, we are contributing positively to the planet while demonstrating social responsibility in everything we do.

For our clients and candidates, this commitment reflects a forward-thinking, sustainability-focused partner — one that aligns with the growing expectation for businesses to operate responsibly.

Each placement we make and every project we support is now connected to a wider purpose, helping industries grow while also giving back to the environment.

Techpoint Partnership Continuation

We are delighted to announce a 12-month extension as Techpoint’s exclusive recruitment partner, reinforcing Orion Electrotech’s position as a trusted specialist within the technology and engineering sectors.

This partnership allows us to provide tailored recruitment solutions to a leading industry network, connecting high-calibre talent with businesses driving innovation.

For clients, this means faster access to the right candidates who are not only skilled but also aligned with sector-specific demands. It also strengthens our industry insights, expands our network, and further establishes our reputation as the go-to partner for strategic talent acquisition in high-tech and engineering markets.

Welcome to Our New Starters

We are thrilled to welcome our new team members to Orion Electrotech.

Reading

  • Courteny Ramsey – Delivery Consultant – Manufacturing Team
  • Alessandra Sciaraffa-Stubbs – Delivery Consultant – Manufacturing Team
  • Will Willis – Business Development Consultant – Automation
  • Stuart Kerr – Senior Recruitment Manager – Engineering & Technical
  • Hannah Whitehouse – Operations Team

Aylesbury

  • Stacey Day – Sales Support Administrator

Your talent, enthusiasm, and fresh perspectives strengthen our teams in Reading and Aylesbury and help us deliver exceptional recruitment outcomes to our clients and candidates.

Remarking on the latest additions to our team, Grant Nesbitt commented:

“It’s always exciting to see our team grow. Each new starter plays an essential role in helping Orion achieve our mission and supports the industries we serve every day.”

For recruiters curious to explore a career with Orion, Grant encourages you to reach out to him and Josie S. to discover more about the opportunities, culture, and growth prospects within our teams.

Celebrating Excellence

A huge congratulations to the following members of the team for their achievements and performances last quarter:

Q1 High Achievers & Lunch Club Qualifiers

  • Paige Albery
  • Molly Clarke
  • Steven Shaw
  • Jacob Exton
  • Charlie Penn
  • Jack Finlinson
  • Chloe Pollington
  • Ashleigh Johnston

Reading Employee of the Month (EOM): Steven Shaw

Reading Employee of the Quarter (EOQ): Paige Albery

Aylesbury Employee of the Month (EOM): Claire Mason

Aylesbury Employee of the Quarter (EOQ): Orion Utilities Operations Team – Claire Mason, Chloe Pollington and Chloe North

Looking Ahead

Orion Electrotech continues to deliver market-leading recruitment solutions across Utilities, Construction, and Engineering & Manufacturing.

Whether you’re seeking contract flexibility or permanent talent, our specialist teams in Reading and Aylesbury are ready to support your business growth.

Employers

Don’t wait to secure the best talent. Reach out to our team today to discuss your recruitment needs and discover how Orion Electrotech can help your business thrive.

Recruiters

Curious about joining the Orion team? Connect with Grant or Josie S. to learn more about career opportunities and how you can grow with us.

Grant Nesbitt

Group Managing Director

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