Client: DST Recruitment
Sector: Rail & Engineering Recruitment
Project: AI Integration & Automation Consultancy
Overview:
DST Recruitment, a specialist in supplying skilled personnel to the UK rail sector, partnered with Chester AI to modernise their internal workflows and gain a competitive edge using practical, low-risk AI tools.
What We Did:
Chester AI began with a deep dive into DST’s candidate sourcing, CV screening, and compliance processes. We identified repetitive tasks and data bottlenecks that slowed down the hiring cycle.
We then implemented a suite of AI-driven solutions, including:
✅ Automated CV parsing and candidate shortlisting - cutting admin time by over 40%.
✅ Custom GPT prompts for drafting candidate profiles and client submissions.
✅ AI-assisted job advert writing and optimised posting across multiple platforms.
✅ Workflow automation tools (Zapier, Make) to connect their ATS, email, and scheduling systems.
✅ Staff training and clear SOPs to ensure easy adoption.
Results:
DST Recruitment now handles a higher volume of roles with faster turnaround times and improved accuracy in candidate matching - all without needing to hire additional admin staff. The AI tools continue to evolve with the business, supported by Chester AI’s monthly optimisation service.