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Struggling to find
Waste to Energy talent for
your business?

We deliver shortlists of qualified engineers who are ready to interview — usually within 48–72 hours. Specialist recruiters, pre-vetted candidates, no wasted time.

48–72 hrs Shortlist turnaround
Pre-vetted Every candidate screened
4.9 / 5 Based on 98 reviews
10+ years Engineering specialists
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Hiring Frustrations

Sound familiar?

These are the most common challenges hiring managers tell us about when looking for renewable energy talent. If even two or three of them ring true, you're not alone — and we can help.

Internal hiring avenues have stalled?

Candidates dropping out or not showing up?

Job ads not bringing in the right candidates?

Poor experience using recruiters in the past?

Recruiters not understanding the technicalities of what you want?

Wasting your time reviewing irrelevant or low-quality CVs?

Company growth being held back by hiring delays?

Good news. We can help with all of that.

Power the Future: Waste-to-Energy Recruitment Specialists

Waste-to-Energy
Looking to hire for a Waste-to-Energy project? Or searching for your next role in the sustainable energy sector?

We connect skilled professionals with the companies leading the UK’s shift to cleaner, smarter energy from waste.

Energy-from-Waste (EfW) is far more than a sustainability buzzword — it’s a vital and rapidly expanding pillar of the UK’s infrastructure. With landfill use continuing to decline and demand for clean, reliable energy on the rise, the sector needs skilled professionals now more than ever.

We support this growth by recruiting exceptional talent across the full waste-to-energy lifecycle — from design and construction, through commissioning, to efficient long-term operation.
20+

Years of combined experience in the engineering sector.

3X faster

We fill our roles 3× quicker than the industry average.

5.0

Average customer rating across Google & Trustist.

A+

We keep you informed every step of the way.

Why Waste-to-Energy Recruitment Matters?

Energy-from-waste (EfW) is more than just a green buzzword — it’s a rapidly expanding part of the UK’s infrastructure. As landfill use falls and demand for clean energy rises, the need for qualified talent has never

Some of The Brands We Have Worked With

Trusted by many companies around the UK & Ireland
Few of our happy customers:
Kellogg’s logoLondon Luton Airport logoBP Pulse logoLiebherr logoNSAI  logosunlight group logoCenergist logoTriathlon Battery Solutions logo
What happens next

Three steps to your next hire

Full transparency on timelines, process, and costs. No pressure. No pushy sales tactics — just specialist hiring help.

1

Send your brief

Use the form at the top of the page — or call us. Tell us as little or as much as you'd like.

~2 minutes
2

We get in touch

A specialist consultant calls within 24 hours to understand exactly what you need — and what you don't.

Within 24 hours
3

Shortlist delivered

Pre-vetted, qualified candidates ready to interview — usually within 48–72 hours of brief sign-off.

48–72 hours
Average response time: under 4 hours during business hours.

Renewable Energy Specialists

Meet our expert team of renewable energy specialists. We can help connect you with the candidates that will help to deliver results.
sean
Sean Neary
Managing Director
mark
Mark Griffiths
Lead Managing Consultant
How we work

Two ways to build your team

Search & Selection

We are ready for your next recruitment challenge, helping you to identify the right hires for every level of your organisation. Our team will help to identify the most promising candidates; from senior leader to specialist engineering roles. We are your competitive advantage.

Permanent Recruitment

As the preferred supplier for multinationals and leaders in solar energy, we offer unique access for both clients and candidates. We make connections that drive forth innovation, inspire change and deliver shareholder value.

Our Sectors

Specialists in...

Solar panels at sunset

Solar

We are proud to bring together the brightest candidates in the solar energy sector with the companies that will allow them to make the biggest impact.

Solar Recruitment
Battery energy storage units beside a solar farm

Energy Storage

If you're an energy storage engineering candidate looking for your next role, we can help place you with the organisations that will amplify your impact.

Energy Storage Recruitment
Offshore wind turbines at sea

Offshore Wind

Recruitment at every stage in the offshore wind energy life cycle. If you are a candidate looking for your next opportunity, get in touch to learn more about roles available.

Offshore Wind Recruitment
Onshore wind turbines across farmland

Onshore Wind

We are experts in onshore wind energy recruitment. We bring together exceptional onshore wind energy talent with the companies that are driving change and innovation.

Onshore Wind Recruitment
Geothermal plant at sunset

Geothermal

Geothermal technology is a key aspect of renewable energy and UK firms need access to the most talented geothermal engineers to keep driving innovation.

Geothermal Recruitment
Engineer inspecting green hydrogen storage tanks

Green Hydrogen

Hydropower is a fundamental method used in creating clean renewable energy, but we need to ensure the right candidates bring the right roles where they can enact change.

Green Hydrogen Recruitment
Energy management technology

Energy Management

Our energy management recruitment team supports multinational utilities, FM companies and ESCOs to help identify and close skills gaps. For the green sector is one of the fastest-growing areas of green jobs.

Energy Recruitment
Energy trading and supply

Energy Supply And Trading

Energy is a section of the economy that has seen vast investment over recent years due to a rise in green awareness and a move towards net-zero targets.

Energy Supply Recruitment
Net zero concept over forest

NET ZERO

Net-zero buildings have been constructed for many years. This niche sector of engineering requires a passion for green infrastructure and the ability to innovate.

NET ZERO Wind Recruitment
Electric vehicle charging stations

Electro Mobility

Electro mobility is the sector responsible for driving forth changing habits on roads around the world. This complex sector offers more than just electric vehicles.

Electro Mobility Recruitment
Waste-to-energy concept with recycling truck

Waste-to-Energy

Waste-to-Energy (WtE) is a fast-growing sector in the UK's green economy. WtE plants help reduce landfill use, generate electricity, and support net-zero goals.

Waste to Energy Recruitment
Why work with Nolan

Trusted for a reason

A decade of placing engineers, hundreds of clients, and reviews you can actually go and read on Google and Trustist.

4.9/5
Google Reviews
98 reviews
5.0/5
Trustist Reviews
All five-star
10+ yrs
Engineering & renewables specialists
48 hrs
Typical shortlist turnaround

"As a South African company recruiting for a position in the UK, we were a little hesitant employing an unknown recruitment agency so far away — but it's a decision we now pat ourselves on the back for. Quick to understand the brief, Nolan's were professional, thorough and responsive, providing continuous feedback throughout the process of recruiting for a difficult role with somewhat unusual specs."

Mandy McGuire
HR Manager
Google

"Fantastic to deal with, honest and straight talking. Grateful to Nolan Recruitment and Sean Neary for all their help."

Glen N.
Verified Review
Trustist

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