Business Details
Expert Engineering Recruitment Solutions
Established as a leading force in technical engineering recruitment, Shorterm Group delivers tailored staffing solutions across multiple sectors. With decades of combined expertise, our team specialises in connecting industry leaders with top-tier engineering talent in aviation, rail, construction, automotive, and energy sectors. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in long-standing partnerships with major clients like British Airways, Jaguar Land Rover, and Network Rail, supported by a dedicated IR35 compliance team.We prioritise continuous professional development, evidenced by strategic training initiatives and sponsorship of innovative projects like the Bloodhound SSC. Operating from strategically located offices in Yiewsley, Birmingham, and Derby, we combine local market knowledge with national reach to meet evolving industry demands. Our values-driven approach ensures transparency, ethical practices, and measurable outcomes for clients and candidates alike.
Services
Aviation Recruitment
Rail Staffing
Construction Recruitment
Automotive Engineering
Energy Sector Staffing
IR35 Compliance
Professional Training
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years' combined experience in aviation recruitment
- Our dedicated IR35 compliance team ensures tax regulation adherence
- Proven track record with industry leaders like British Airways and Network Rail
- Specialist consultants for niche engineering sectors including rail infrastructure
- Investment in engineering apprenticeships and future talent development
Services
Aviation Recruitment
Our aviation recruitment specialists place skilled professionals in technical and managerial roles across aerospace and commercial aviation sectors. With consultants holding 30+ years' combined industry experience, we supply personnel for aircraft maintenance, engineering design, and flight operations. Clients benefit from our deep sector knowledge and access to pre-vetted talent pools.
Rail Staffing
We provide professional and technical staff for Network Rail, train operators, and infrastructure contractors. Our services cover track maintenance, rolling stock engineering, and project management roles. With dedicated directors managing major contracts, we deliver both high-volume requirements and niche specialist placements for the UK's rail industry.
IR35 Compliance
Our specialist team offers comprehensive IR35 compliance solutions for private sector organisations. We help clients navigate tax legislation changes, conduct status assessments, and implement compliant payroll processes. This service ensures businesses meet HMRC requirements while maintaining flexible workforce arrangements through legitimate contracting arrangements.
Professional Training
We deliver accredited professional development programs and technical training for engineering professionals. Our training solutions include competency assessments, skills gap analysis, and customised learning pathways. Clients benefit from improved workforce capability and compliance with industry certification requirements through our Ofsted-registered training provision.
Energy Sector Staffing
We source qualified personnel for renewable energy projects and traditional power generation sectors. Our consultants specialise in placing engineers for wind, solar, and nuclear energy projects alongside conventional oil and gas operations. This service supports clients from initial project design through construction and ongoing maintenance phases.
People
Steve Gallucci
Chief Executive Officer
Steve leads Shorterm's strategic development with 15+ years' recruitment industry experience. Previously Managing Director at s.com (now Impellam Group), he has driven significant growth through targeted expansion strategies and operational improvements.
Patrick Keenan
Chief Finance Officer
Patrick oversees financial operations with 20+ years' experience in corporate finance and private equity. His expertise in acquisitions and investment management has supported Shorterm's growth since joining in 2011, previously working at Deloitte and Hibernia Capital Partners.
Steve Burton
Chief Information Officer
Steve directs IT strategy with 25 years' executive technology experience. Former CIO roles at Carlisle Group and K2 Partnering have informed our digital transformation, implementing systems that supported major contract wins and operational efficiencies.
Rob Lewis
Director of Engineering
Rob manages engineering recruitment operations with 20+ years' industry experience. A qualified mechanical engineer, he previously founded and sold an engineering recruitment firm, now leveraging his sector expertise to lead automotive and energy sector teams.
Duncan Smart
Director of Aviation
Duncan leads aviation recruitment with 20 years' specialist experience. His strategic manpower solutions have benefited major clients including British Airways and Rolls-Royce, delivering cost savings through innovative fixed-price staffing models.
Questions
What engineering sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in aviation, rail, construction, automotive, and energy sectors with dedicated consultants for each discipline.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We maintain rigorous vetting processes including skills assessments, reference checks, and compliance verification for all engineering candidates.
Can you help with IR35 compliance?
Yes, we have a dedicated IR35 team providing status assessments, payroll solutions, and compliance guidance for private sector clients.
Do you offer training programs?
We provide accredited engineering training including apprenticeships, competency development, and sector-specific technical courses.
How quickly can you fill urgent roles?
Our extensive talent database and proactive sourcing methods enable rapid placement of qualified engineers within agreed timescales.
What regions do you cover?
We operate nationwide with offices in Yiewsley, Birmingham, and Derby, serving clients across the UK engineering sector.
