At Navitas, we know that hiring the right candidate is only the beginning. In today’s fast-moving renewable energy sector, onboarding can be the difference between a project staying on track or falling behind schedule. Yet for many organisations, this crucial stage is still overlooked or under-resourced.
That is where we come in. As demand grows for clean energy talent across wind, solar, BESS and grid, we work closely with clients to deliver onboarding processes that drive results — from faster mobilisation to stronger retention and improved project outcomes.
Why onboarding matters in clean energy
Renewable energy projects are often complex, high-value and geographically dispersed. Whether it is an offshore wind farm or a utility-scale battery storage site, there is little margin for delay. New starters need to arrive on site fully compliant, briefed and ready to deliver from day one.
But in a competitive market, we see how often onboarding becomes a weak link. Candidates pull out between offer and start date, or leave within the first few weeks due to confusion, delays or a lack of clarity. With experienced professionals in short supply, this is a risk that energy businesses cannot afford.
What we see in the market
From our day-to-day work with both clients and candidates, we continue to see the same preventable issues impacting early-stage success:
- Unclear or shifting start dates
- Delayed contracts, documentation or compliance checks
- No logistical support for travel, accommodation or mobilisation
- Minimal communication between offer acceptance and start date
- A lack of structured induction or handover on arrival
These gaps not only frustrate candidates, they can damage your reputation as an employer — especially in a sector where top talent has multiple options.
What Navitas does differently
We treat onboarding as a core part of the recruitment process, not something that begins after placement. Our team ensures that all details are handled well before a candidate steps on site. This includes:
- Managing all documentation, compliance and certification requirements
- Coordinating mobilisation, permits and site access
- Aligning expectations across internal project teams and site leads
- Keeping candidates informed, engaged and confident throughout the process
We take ownership of the experience, so you can focus on delivery.
Why our approach works
When onboarding is structured, proactive and aligned to project timelines, everything runs more smoothly. New hires integrate faster, hit the ground running, and are more likely to stay long term. For our clients, that means fewer delays, higher productivity and a stronger reputation in the market.
We see it time and time again: the businesses that get onboarding right are the ones that attract and retain the best talent.
Need help building a clean energy workforce that delivers from day one?
Contact Navitas Resourcing Group to find out how we support successful onboarding across wind, solar, storage and grid.
