The Energy-from-Waste (EfW) sector in the UK has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by the country’s increasing focus on sustainability, waste management, and renewable energy production. With Cop29 in progress, we are at a critical juncture to accelerate energy transition and Energy-from-Waste is central to these efforts. This growth is reshaping both the energy and waste management industries, and it is also having a profound impact on recruitment and the wider labour market.
EfW refers to the process of converting non-recyclable waste into usable energy, typically through combustion, gasification, or anaerobic digestion. As the UK works to meet its climate targets and reduce reliance on landfill, the demand for EfW capacity has surged. This expansion has been supported by government policies, such as landfill taxes and increasingly stringent waste management regulations, which have created a favourable environment for private investment in EfW infrastructure. Over the past decade, the UK has seen a rise in the number of EfW plants, with further new facilities planned for locations such as Teesside and Essex.
The growth of EfW has had a significant impact on recruitment across a range of sectors with an increasing need for professionals with expertise in plant operations, energy generation, commercial and environmental compliance. This has simultaneously triggered recruitment challenges across the wider industrial services sector as people are pulled into this emerging market. As the EfW sector continues to expand, companies are struggling to find the talent they need, especially in engineering, operations, and regulatory compliance.
At Green Barks Search, we specialise in identifying and securing top talent in this rapidly growing Energy-from-Waste sector. With a deep understanding of the industrial service industry's nuances, we are well-positioned to advise businesses in their navigation of attracting strategic hires whether it’s a CEO, Operations Director or Commercial Leads, our search and selection services leverage an extensive network of professionals. Green Barks Search can connect you with highly qualified candidates who not only meet your strategic requirements and align with your company’s culture and long-term vision. By offering a personalised recruitment service, we ensure that businesses in the EfW sector are driving innovation and growth.
Comments