Why Contractors Are Often the First Boots on the Ground in Renewable Projects
Before a renewable energy project goes live, it needs people who can make it happen quickly and effectively. This is why contractors are usually the first professionals on site. From HSE specialists and site managers to engineers and planners, contractors bring the expertise, flexibility and speed that developers, EPCs and OEMs rely on to get […]
Europe Can’t Find Enough HSE Talent… But We Can
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) specialists are among the most in-demand professionals across Europe’s renewable energy and data centre projects. Their skills are transferable, critical, and essential to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and on time. The Reality of the HSE Talent Shortage Across Europe, clients face a growing challenge when it comes to securing HSE […]
The Rise of Quant Talent in Renewable Energy
As AI and data-driven decision making accelerate, Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and investors are looking for more than engineers to run their renewable portfolios. They need quant specialists – experts who combine advanced technical and financial insight to optimise performance and predict returns. Why Quant Specialists Are in Demand Quant professionals are becoming essential in […]
Texas & California: The Hottest US Power Markets Right Now
The US renewable energy market is expanding rapidly, but two states are leading the way: Texas and California. Both regions are driving demand for specialist talent as projects shift from start-up mode to large-scale expansion. In this blog, we explore why these states are the hottest markets in US renewables, what it means for candidates, […]
Why Sports Team Culture Powers Success at Navitas
At Navitas, we don’t just talk about culture, we live it. Recruitment is fast-paced and competitive and the best way to succeed is by working like a sports team. That means teamwork, accountability, resilience and celebrating the wins together. Teamwork is everything The best sports teams win because everyone pulls in the same direction. It […]
The Energy Price Squeeze: A Barrier to Net Zero
The UK is committed to reaching net zero by 2050, yet soaring electricity prices are making the journey harder. Industrial and commercial energy bills are still around 50% above pre-2021 levels, fuelled by wholesale prices tied to volatile gas markets, plus levies and grid charges (Reuters). This is not just about balance sheets. For many […]
Why Grid Modernisation Is Creating New Career Paths in Clean Energy
The energy transition is not just about generation. While solar, wind and storage attract most of the attention, none of it is possible without the grid. Right now, transmission and distribution networks are under pressure to become faster, smarter and more resilient. This shift is creating a wave of new career opportunities for professionals with […]
Making Renewable Energy Onboarding a Competitive Advantage
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 […]
Why Top Renewable Energy Talent Are Saying ‘No’ to Your Job Offers
The global clean energy sector is growing rapidly, but many employers are still struggling to secure the talent they need. If your offers are being turned down, it is worth taking a closer look at what might be putting candidates off. 1. Salary mismatches As demand for specialist roles such as grid engineers, commissioning leads […]
From Project Delays to Talent Gaps: How to Build Resilient Teams in Renewable Energy
Project delays, supply chain issues and policy uncertainty are putting pressure on renewable energy companies to deliver on time and within budget. But often, it’s not the technology that holds things up. It’s the people. At Navitas, we speak with project leaders across wind, solar, BESS and data centres every day. The same issues keep […]
