How to Build a Career in Renewable Energy: The Most In-Demand Skills for 2026
The renewable energy industry is expanding at speed. As countries push towards net zero, the need for skilled professionals across wind, solar, data centres and battery storage continues to rise. For candidates with transferable skills or technical experience, there has never been a better time to make the move. What Employers Are Looking For Renewable […]
Why Specialist Renewable Energy Recruitment Agencies Are Driving the Clean Energy Workforce
The renewable energy industry is expanding rapidly across the UK, Europe and the US. Developers, investors and operators are scaling their projects at record speed, but success depends on one key factor: people. That is why specialist renewable energy recruitment agencies are playing a vital role in driving the energy transition. Why Specialist Matters Unlike […]
Renewable Energy Highlights from September 2025: What They Mean for Talent
The renewable energy sector has shown no signs of slowing down, with major developments announced in September 2025 that will shape the market in the months and years ahead. As we step into October, here are the stories that stood out and what they mean for both clients and candidates in the energy space. Battery […]
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 […]
