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What does the future of energy really look like, and are we ready for it? As energy security climbs to the top of the global agenda, power systems around the world are being pushed to evolve faster than ever before. In this episode of EngineeringPro, we bring together industry experts Lee Bailey, Nina Spencer, Tom Robinson, and Jason Miao for a candid, global conversation on the forces reshaping the energy sector. Our guests will share first hand insights from their corners of the world, from shifting energy mixes, regional infrastructure challenges, and grid resilience to the realities of renewable integration. You’ll hear how different regions are responding to rising demand, geopolitical pressures, and the race toward a more secure and sustainable power future. Whether you’re an engineer, energy professional, or simply curious about how today’s decisions will shape tomorrow’s power systems, this episode offers practical perspectives, real‑world experience, and a clearer picture of what’s coming next for the global energy landscape. #EngineeringJobs #NESFircroft #CareerAdvice #EngineeringPro --------------------------------------- NES Fircroft has over 90 years’ combined experience of delivering workforce solutions to the global energy industry. We provide tailored staffing solutions, sourced from a global talent pool by a dedicated, discipline specific team of consultants. We are proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide. 👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login

This is EngineeringPro, where we talk to engineering professionals across the world about their experiences, insights into their industries, and learn more about how the engineering world works. Today’s guest is Rodney, an engineer with over 20 years of experience in the oil and gas and power industries. He’s currently working as an ICSS engineer in France. We’ll explore his career journey, how he left his home in The Philippines for new opportunities in Europe, and how he navigates balancing family life with embracing new career opportunities. NES Fircroft has over 90 years’ combined experience of delivering workforce solutions to the global energy industry. We provide tailored staffing solutions, sourced from a global talent pool by a dedicated, discipline specific team of consultants. We are proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.

This is EngineeringPro, where we talk to engineering professionals across the world about their experiences, insights into their industries, and learn more about how the engineering world works. Today’s guest is an engineer with over 20 years of experience, including demanding environments where safety, collaboration, and responsibility are key. Currently working as a HSE site manager, Espen, is passionate about creating a strong working environment and a solid culture around safety in the workplace We’ll explore his career journey, his vast experience working offshore, how to balance work and life in an intense industry and discuss how he transitioned from Norway to Denmark for his latest role.

This is EngineeringPro, where we talk to engineering professionals across the world about their experiences, insights into their industries, and learn more about how the engineering world works. Today’s guest is an engineer whose path has been shaped by passion, resilience, and a commitment to making the industry more inclusive and impactful. Nandi is an electrical engineer based in Texas, US, who is sharing her journey and advice through social media to answer questions and help the next generation of engineers.

In this episode of EngineeringPro, we speak to Andressa Bortolan, a Process Engineer based in Switzerland, about her career and experience in the industry. We discuss her experiences across multiple cultures, travelling from Brazil and across Europe to learn and develop, and establish her career. Andressa provides insights into the natural gas power industry in Europe, and how the role has evolved since she first started. We also address some of the challenges and opportunities of the industry, and how Andressa has balanced the demands of a power engineering career with learning and development, and her private life.

💼 See how our Global Teams can help your Business: https://www.nesfircroft.com/talent-acquisition-services/eor-services-middle-east/ 👷 View our Latest Vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login --- In today’s episode of Staffing Solutions Simplified, we're exploring the intricate landscape of Employer of Record solutions, a critical enabler for businesses expanding into the Middle East's dynamic markets. Joining us are three experts: Lee, Lewis, and Roxana, who bring decades of combined experience in navigating the complexities of global mobility, legal compliance, and strategic workforce planning across the Gulf region. Throughout this episode, we'll explore the evolution of EOR solutions, examine how they're revolutionising international hiring strategies, and uncover the nuances of bringing expat workers into key markets like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Our experts will share invaluable insights on employee engagement, market entry strategies, and sector-specific applications that can transform your approach to global expansion. --- NES Fircroft has over 90 years of combined experience in delivering workforce solutions to the global energy industry. We provide tailored staffing solutions sourced from a global talent pool by a dedicated, discipline-specific team of consultants. We are proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure and Construction, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide. #EOR #staffing #recruitment #engineering #engineeringjobs #nesfircroft

👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login ______ In this episode of EngineeringPro, we speak with Marie from Lab Skills Academy. We explore Marie's career in the biotechnology industry, including her early inspirations and how contemplating her future led to a dream job. We discover what a day in the life of a biotechnologist entails, along with the highlights and challenges of the sector. Marie also shares more about the origins of @labskills.academy, her social media presence, and how her guidance and support inspire a new generation of biotech engineers. Tune in now! #nesfircroft #biotech #bioengineering #jobs #careersintech #womeninengineering

Engineering employers typically look for candidates with the right hard and soft skills. But what do hard and soft skills mean? What is the difference? How can engineers identify, develop, and demonstrate the skills that are in high demand? In this episode of EngineeringPro, we’ll be speaking with Justine van Eeden, Key Account Director at NES Fircroft. We'll discuss the differences between hard and soft skills and their significance in the engineering and energy sectors. We will define these types of skills, explain their importance, and explore how engineers can develop the soft skills that recruiters are looking for.

👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login ______ In this episode of EngineeringPro, we speak with Keith Jones, Business Development Director for EMEA at NES Fircroft. Keith is an expert in the energy sector, possessing valuable insights into the significant changes in the energy mix. We examine how the market has evolved over the last few years, acting as a catalyst for transformation in the production, distribution, and consumption of energy across the region. We also explore some of the major projects underway in the area and how talent is shifting across various power engineering opportunities. Additionally, we assess how the industry is adapting to the changes in Net Zero and renewables targets, as well as the short to medium-term outlook in Europe. Watch and listen now! #engineering #energydistribution #energytransition #renewableenergy #europe #engineeringjobs #nesfircroft

👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login ______ In the second part of this two-part episode of EngineeringPro, we speak to Digital Innovator and Advisor Jayne Arlidge about her 39-year career in the oil and gas industry. Jayne started her career as a maintenance engineer on an FPSO before progressing through a global petrochemicals organisation to become Principal of Instrumentation, Alarm Management and Automation. We continue our discussion, reflecting on Jayne's biggest career highlights and achievements, how the industry has changed, and how AI and other advancements mean there are still plenty of opportunities to learn and develop. Jayne also provides her insights into how to succeed in the industry, and we continue her story since taking a career break, assessing her priorities, and moving on to the next chapter. Following a career break, Jayne now works as a consultant, mentor, and advisor to major petroleum companies and those working within them. #careers #petrochemicals #oilandgas #jobs #offshore #nesfircroft

👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login ______ In the first part of this two-part episode of EngineeringPro, we speak to Digital Innovator and Advisor Jayne Arlidge about her 39-year career in the oil and gas industry. Jayne started her career as a maintenance engineer on an FPSO before progressing through a global petrochemicals organisation to become Principal of Instrumentation, Alarm Management and Automation. We discuss Jayne's early career and life on an FPSO. We also dive into the world of safety management in one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. We also reflect on some of the challenges of the industry and the real effects of offshore living, including the impact of COVID on the offshore oil and gas industry. Jayne has since come out of retirement and works as a consultant, mentor, and advisor to major petroleum companies and those working within them. Remember to follow, to hear Part 2 as soon as it is released!

👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/l... ______ Nothing is more frustrating than struggling to find opportunities when searching for your next career move, and the engineering industry is no different. However, an understanding of the flow of the market, a bit of research, and an understanding of the recruitment process in general can save a considerable amount of time and effort and increase your chances of landing an interview. In this episode of EngineeringPro, we speak to Joanna Mainprice, recruitment consultant for energy at NES Fircroft. We talk about some of the best - and worst - times of the year to look for a job and how project lifecycles affect the number of job opportunities. Joanna shares her insights into understanding the job market, seasonal factors, project timelines and the advantages of proactive networking to maximise your chances of landing your next role. #EngineeringJobs #NESFircroft #oilandgas #careers #energytransition ______ NES Fircroft has over 90 years’ combined experience of delivering workforce solutions to the global energy industry. We provide tailored staffing solutions, sourced from a global talent pool by a dedicated, discipline specific team of consultants. We are proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.

The offshore wind industry in the Philippines is booming. According to a recent World Bank Report, the country has a 178GW potential of wind energy available. Offshore wind developers, investors, government organisations and partners are all working together to realise the vision for the World Bank and the Philippines’ Department of Energy (DOE) Philippines Offshore Wind Roadmap. In this podcast, we’re speaking with Ann Francisco, the Country Manager for the Philippines at GWEC, to discuss developments in offshore wind projects in the fourth quarter. We will hear expert opinions and discuss the potential impacts of offshore wind on the energy sector across the Philippines. In her role at GWEC, Ann advocates for policies supporting the growth of the country's wind sector. A key part of her job involves establishing a platform within the industry that allows stakeholders to collaborate on essential pillars for offshore wind development.

👷 View our latest vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ 📝 Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/login --- In this episode of EngineeringPro we spoke to Madison Smith, a mechanical engineering graduate from BC, Canada, who is currently working as a technical advisor in building technology and energy solutions. We discuss how she discovered her passion for engineering, and how that led to choosing to study engineering. Madison also shares her insights into internships and how the opportunity led to her first exciting full-time role. Her journey into social media began during a work-study position at her university, where she discovered her passion for content creation. Recognising the need for more female representation in the engineering field, she launched her own channels to showcase the dynamic side of mechanical engineering and highlight how exciting and impactful the industry can be. Madison creates a mix of educational, lifestyle, and meme content, making engineering accessible and fun for a wider audience while inspiring the next generation of women in STEM. #engineering #jobs #careers #graduate #engineer

In this episode of NES Chat, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the hydrogen industry with Kelvin Hardy, Business Development Manager in our Middle East region. If you've ever been curious about how you can break into this exciting and rapidly growing field, then this is the episode for you! Hydrogen is quickly gaining traction as one of the most promising alternative energy sources, and it's no surprise why. With its ability to produce clean energy and reduce carbon emissions, it has the potential to revolutionise the way we power our lives. And with the industry expected to grow exponentially in the coming years, now is the perfect time to explore the opportunities it presents. During our conversation, Kelvin breaks down the key players in the industry, the skills and experience needed to enter and thrive, and how to develop your career. Whether you're a recent graduate looking to start a career in the energy sector or a professional seeking a change, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and insights necessary to navigate the hydrogen industry with confidence. Don't miss out on this valuable conversation with Kelvin as we explore the endless possibilities and rewarding careers that await in the hydrogen industry. Tune in now and discover how you can be a part of this exciting and sustainable energy revolution.

We sat down with Lauren Edwards, Head of Marketing at NES Fircroft, and no stranger to balancing a demanding job with day-to-day life. In this podcast, Lauren shares her experience with work-life balance, offers tips for how to set boundaries in the workplace and how you can approach your managers to help improve your working life. 👷 View our Latest Vacancies: https://www.nesfircroft.com/job-search/ Register your CV with us today: https://www.nesfircroft.com/account/l... _____ NES Fircroft has over 90 years’ combined experience of delivering workforce solutions to the global energy industry. We provide tailored staffing solutions, sourced from a global talent pool by a dedicated, discipline specific team of consultants. We are proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.

In this month's NES Chat, we spoke to Kjetil Nyjordet, Recruitment Consultant for the Renewables industry. We look at what it's like in the industry at the moment, including renewable energy, energy storage, and decarbonisation. We also talk about some of the opportunities in the industry, and how NES Fircroft is supporting clients and candidates in supporting the growing demand, as new projects take off, technology advances, and the demand for talent increases.

Are you an engineer looking for a job in the wind industry? In this episode of NES Chat, Erika Szydlik, Manager - Offshore Wind, discusses how to get an engineering job in the wind industry - including offshore and onshore wind. She explains what transferable skills you need and what upcoming projects are in the pipeline in the US. Listen now!

Welcome to the first part of NES Chat - How to get in the Industry, where we talk to our industry experts about the opportunities and challenges within their industries. Listen as they provide expert advice for candidates on the opportunities available globally.

Here are a few top interview facts and figures to help you out with your next interview! For more career advice, check out our blog: www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

When going into an interview, it can be hard to know exactly what will impress your interviewers. Here are some things you could consider. For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Interviews don't always go the way we want them to! Here's what you can learn from interviews gone wrong. For more career advice, check out our blog: www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Whilst there are plenty of things you should avoid SAYING during an interview, there are also thing your should avoid DOING. Here are some of them. For more career advice, check out our blog: www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

How should you answer the dreaded interview question 'What is your greatest weakness'? Here's what we recommend. For more career advice, check out our blog: www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

It can be really hard to address shortcomings during an interview. Here are our top tips on how to manage this. For more career advice, check out our blog: www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

With interview prep, it's important to consider the things you SHOULDN'T say just as much as the things you want to mention! For more career advice, check out our blog: www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Find out about the WORST EVER interview we conducted, as well as some of the things you should do to have a successful interview! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

There are a few things you should AVOID doing during an interview AT ALL COST! Here are a few of them. For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Making a good first impression during an interview can be the deciding factor in whether you get the job or not! Here are our top tips on how to do it right! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Should you be asking questions during your interview? And if so, what questions should you be asking? This is what we recommend! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

What can you do to impress your interviewers? Here are our top tips on how you can WOW potential employers! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Competency-based questions can be really hard to answer, and it's important that you practice your answers before your interview. Here are our top tips on how you to prepare for them! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

Interview preparation is not easy! So, here are our top tips on what you should do to best prepare for your next interview! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

It can be hard to know where to start when preparing for an interview. These are our top tips on what you should do first! For more career advice, check out our blog: https://www.nesfircroft.com/blog/tag/career-advice Or you can check out our latest career opportunities: https://www.nesfircroft.com/jobs And follow us on social media: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nes-fircroft - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesfircroft/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESFircroft

In this episode of NES Chat, we’re talking about female leadership in the energy industry. According to Fortune, 23 women are now running global 500 businesses, an increase from just 14 in 2020. Despite a record number of women now running Global 500 businesses, women still make up a tiny minority overall. And even though many experts agree that ‘supporting a greater percentage of women to step up into leadership will have tremendous cultural and economic benefits’, leadership at today’s top companies is still overwhelmingly male. So, what can we do to ‘narrow the gap’ and provide more opportunities for diversity in leadership? To discuss this in more detail, we spoke with Shalena Shaheed, who was recently promoted to become NES Fircroft's first female Managing Director. Shalena’s journey began in 2006 when she joined NES in Australia. Since then, Shalena has been on a remarkable journey - relocating to 4 different countries with NES and receiving many promotions along the way. We asked: - What brought you into recruitment and subsequently the energy industry? - When you began your career back in 2006, what did you imagine for your future? - How did you find relocating to 4 different countries with NES? - What motivated you to strive for a leadership position? - What’s been your biggest challenge or obstacle? - What do you think is the most significant barrier to female leadership? - Have you ever felt ‘uncertain’ in your career and how did you navigate your way through it? (A deep dive into the term 'Imposter Syndrome'). - Is the term ‘Imposter Syndrome’ in itself a barrier for women in leadership? - How can we better support women? How can we create a culture that helps employees’ channel healthy self-doubt into positive motivation? - Who inspired you to be a leader and how important is it to have a mentor to grow as a leader? - How do you balance your career, personal life, and passions? Is there such a thing as balance? - What advice would you give to your 20-year-old self just starting in her career? - How do you think can we encourage women to work in the energy industry? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW CAREER? BROWSE OUR VACANCIES: https://www.nesfircroft.com/

Interviews can be nerve-wracking and to succeed, preparation is key. To help you prepare for your next interview, we discuss what NOT to say during an interview, to ensure you avoid some of the common pitfalls candidates make. To dig deeper into this topic, we're joined by Zahi Kamar, NES Senior Account Manager, and Khulan Bayarsaikhan, NES Business Development Manager. They answer: - What should interviewees' avoid saying at all costs? - How should candidates answer the dreaded ‘what are your greatest weaknesses’ question? - How can candidates get around their shortcomings? - And more! Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify or iTunes to make sure you don’t miss an episode of NES Chat. You can find more insights and, of course, job vacancies on our website: www.nesfircroft.com

Whilst receiving a job offer is fantastic news and a cause for celebration, the decision to accept isn’t always a straightforward one to make. To find out what you should consider before responding to a job offer, we spoke with Nadine Dessa, Recruitment Account Manager, in Dubai. We discussed: - What the most important factors a candidate should consider before accepting an offer are - How a candidate can assess if a company's culture is right for them - How to negotiate the salary and benefits - How to decline a job offer - And more! Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify or iTunes to make sure you don’t miss an episode of NES Chat. You can find more insights and, of course, job vacancies on our website: www.nesfircroft.com

It’s safe to say that the chemical industry has seen a lot of change in the past few years as countries and companies strive to tackle the ongoing climate crisis with net-zero initiatives. Within the chemical industry, there’s been a move towards bioplastics as alternatives to traditional plastics. This week, we chat with Lazare Symon, Recruitment Consultant within Chemicals in our Shanghai office to discuss: - How this changing environmental landscape is impacting the industry in Asia - The companies innovating within the sector - As well as what the future might look like for companies and engineers operating within bioplastics. Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to follow us on soundcloud, spotify or iTunes to make sure you don’t miss an episode of NES Chat. You can find more insights and, of course, job vacancies on our website: www.nesfircroft.com

Whether you’re starting a new job virtually or in person, the first day is a daunting experience for most. You’ll meet new people, learn a new company culture, establish your own workspace, and find your bearings within a whole new environment. In this episode of NES Chat, we speak with Lesly Perez, Senior Recruitment Consultant in Houston, Elena Cazacu, Senior Recruitment Consultant in Zurich, and Alex Ormrod, Managing Consultant in the UK, about how to have a great first day in a new job. We talk about: - How to prepare before your first day - What you should wear - What you should be doing on your first day - And more… Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify or iTunes to make sure you don’t miss an episode of NES Chat. You can find more insights and, of course, job vacancies on our website: www.nesfircroft.com/

Year on year, Asia is setting ambitious targets for growth within the wind power market. Because of this, there is a high demand for engineers with a range of technical skills. But, the sector is still young and the engineers with the required skill sets don’t necessarily have a background in wind meaning companies are having to look outside for the skills they need. But how easy is it, to transition into the wind sector? And what makes an engineer the ideal candidate if they don’t have industry experience? To answer these questions, Charlie Delaume, NES Managing Consultant based in our Vietnam office, spoke with Julian Day, a Project Director currently responsible for the delivery of the nearshore Tra Vinh Wind Farm. Julian has vast experience across multiple sectors and has both transitioned into wind himself and has experience hiring candidates from different backgrounds. They discussed: - Julian's personal experiences transitioning between sectors - What the more critical transferable skill sets are - What makes someone an ideal candidate if they don’t have the relevant industry experience - What the benefits are when hiring from different backgrounds - What skill sets and positions are needed for the wind industry to continue developing and more. Listen to this episode now! If you’re interested in learning more about the Renewables sector in Asia, visit our website www.nesfircroft.com where you can find the latest industry insights and plenty of job vacancies. Don’t forget to follow us on soundcloud, spotify or iTunes to make sure you don’t miss an episode of NES Chat. NES covers recruitment across many sectors meaning we have supported clients and candidates across a number of industries for the last forty years in good and challenging times. If you need support contact your local NES representative: www.nesfircroft.com/about/contact

Asia’s wind power market is recognised as one of the fastest-growing sectors worldwide - the annual growth rate has increased from just 1.7% per year at the start of the decade to 8.4% per year today. In this episode of NES Chat, we go on the road to Vietnam to find out what challenges are facing the emerging Wind Power sector in South-East Asia. Charlie Delaume, Managing Consultant based in our Vietnam office, spoke with Scott Powers, who is the Sales Director for Siemens Gamesa in South East Asia, to find out more. They discussed: - Why Wind Power has become to popular in Asia - What opportunities there are for investors in the region - What challenges companies are facing - Where the skills gaps are and more Listen to this episode now! If you’re interested in learning more about the Renewables sector in Asia, lookout for the next episode in this series. To make sure you don’t miss an episode, you can follow us on Soundcloud, iTunes or Spotify. Or visit our website www.nesfircroft.com for the latest industry insights. NES covers recruitment across many sectors meaning we have supported clients and candidates across a number of industries for the last forty years in good and challenging times. If you need support contact your local NES representative: www.nesfircroft.com/about/contact

The Life Science sector encompasses many different disciplines, from Medical Devices to Pharmaceuticals, with each one making fundamental contributions to society. From the invention of the humble sticking plaster to life saving antibiotics, Life Sciences make life better for billions of people across the globe on a daily basis. But in such a fast paced sector, what are the key trends that clients and candidates should be aware of? Especially as COVID-19 continues to impact the industry. In this episode of NES Chat, Lauren is joined by Shawn O’Rourke, the Business Development Manager at Redbock – an NES Global Talent company, to provide you with an insight into the Life Science sector in the USA. We talked about: • ‘Hot jobs’ – what job roles are popular right now in the world of Life Science recruitment? • What skill sets are most in demand and where are the skills gaps? • What can companies do to address these skills gaps? • How can candidates start their careers in Life Science? • Is it possible to move into the Life Sciences sector from a different discipline? • And more! Listen to this episode of NES Chat now! Did you enjoy this? Listen and subscribe to NES Chat on SoundCloud or find us on iTunes! Want more candidate advice? Visit www.nesgt.com/candidates/career-advice to read our tips for starting a new job, managing your resignation and more.

In the era of ‘Social Distancing’ how can we network effectively when meeting face-to-face with others is restricted? To help us answer this question, Nicholas Tregellis, NES Operations Manager in China discusses: - Why is networking so important? - What ways can a candidate network online? - How can someone ensure their online presence attracts the right connections? - What is the best way to find and approach someone online? - What is the best way to get to know the people in your network and develop authentic connections? - How to write articles & share more posts online - How to make the most of a virtual event Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, check out the rest of our Career Advice series: www.soundcloud.com/neschat/sets/career-advice To make sure you don’t miss an episode, you can follow us on Soundcloud, iTunes or Spotify. Or visit our website www.nesgt.com for the latest industry insights. NES covers recruitment across many sectors meaning we have supported clients and candidates across a number of industries for the last forty years in good and challenging times. If you need support contact your local NES representative: www.nesgt.com/about/contact

In this mini-series, we’re delving into how you can make the most of downtime during the COVID-19 global pandemic. In this episode, we talk to contractor Michael to gain his perspective on what it’s like to transfer your skill-set into a different sector during a downturn. Michael has worked across the Oil, Gas, Chemicals and manufacturing industries throughout his career so is best placed to provide advice on this topic. We discussed: - How do previous downturns compare with what's happening today in 2020? - What is it like to transition into a new industry? - What challenges can a candidate expect to face when moving into a new sector? - What can be learned from working within different sectors? - How can candidates stay connected to their original network in order to a return back? Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, lookout for the next episode in this mini-series where we talk to a company whose hired from different sectors to gain their perspective on this topic. To make sure you don’t miss an episode, you can follow us on Soundcloud, iTunes or Spotify. Or visit our website www.nesgt.com for the latest industry insights. NES covers recruitment across many sectors meaning we have supported clients and candidates across a number of industries for the last forty years in good and challenging times. If you need support contact your local NES representative: www.nesgt.com/about/contact

In this mini-series, we’re delving into how you can make the most of downtime during the COVID-19 global pandemic. In this episode, we talk to not one but three experienced NES recruiters who have been with the business for years to discuss what opportunities are available to candidates looking to explore other sectors. Our guests are Paul Caton, Director of Oil, gas and Chemicals in Calgary, Shawna Leatherwood, Principal Consultant in Houston and Jessica Harper, recruitment manager based in Calgary. We talk about: • What sectors are available to candidates looking to transfer? • What transferable skills can help a candidate make a transition to a new sector? • How can candidates improve their career prospects during this challenging time? • How can candidates stay prepared for when the market rebounds As well as some personal experiences of candidates they have supported in making a transition between sectors. Listen to this episode now! If you enjoyed this, lookout for the next episode in this mini-series where we talk to a contractor who’s made the transition into a new sector to gain his perspective. To make sure you don’t miss an episode, you can follow us on Soundcloud, iTunes or Spotify. Or visit our website www.nesgt.com for the latest industry insights. NES covers recruitment across many sectors meaning we have supported clients and candidates across a number of industries for the last forty years in good and challenging times. If you need support contact your local NES representative: https://www.nesgt.com/about/contact

Recently on NES Chat and across the NES blogs and social media pages, we’ve been talking about how COVID-19 has been affecting our teams as well as providing you with tips on everything from staying productive at home to raising your career profile whilst social distancing. To continue in that vein, today we’re discussing how you can keep physically and mentally fit during these challenging times with a professional golfer sponsored by NES - Brandon Robinson Thompson. For more COVID-19 advice, visit our website: www.nesgt.com/blog/tag/covid-19 If you enjoyed this episode, follow NES CHAT on Soundcloud, iTunes or Spotify for more insights. Thanks so much for listening!

With the current global situation, many employers are finding it necessary to change long-standing in person onboarding processes to remote practices. So in this episode, NES Chat goes on the road to Houston to discuss virtual onboarding with Baker Hughes HR VP Graeme Marshall. We talk about: - The importance of setting expectations before onboarding begins - How to navigate the physical paperwork required when onboarding virtually - How to help a new employee feel welcomed and part of the team without face to face interaction - How to ensure a new employee has a good first day - How to help a new employee succeed in the long run when working remotely If you have workforce needs and are struggling to navigate them during this challenging time, please reach out to your local NES consultant via our website: www.nesgt.com If you enjoyed this episode, follow NES CHAT on Soundcloud, iTunes or Spotify for more insights. Thanks so much for listening!

Right now, many are unable to travel and interact face to face in light of the spread of Covid-19, but this doesn’t mean that interviews can’t take place. Many companies are utilising digital channels to conduct interviews via video and we’re seeing more hires made remotely than ever before. But there are many nuances to be aware of in order to succeed in a video interview – interviewing online and interviewing in person are completely different experiences. In this episode of NES Chat, Lauren is joined by Business System Manager, Darren Gibson from NES Advantage Solutions to discuss: • How Video Interviewing Technology works • The benefits • How to prepare for a video interview • How to ensure your surrounds look professional • How to build a rapport virtually • And more! Listen to this episode of NES Chat now! Did you enjoy this? Listen and subscribe to NES Chat on SoundCloud or find us on iTunes. Want more candidate advice? Read our tips for starting a new job and managing your resignation on nesgt.com!

Today, female expatriates are more prominent than ever as traditional gender roles shift. Global opportunities are becoming more accessible, creating new ways for women to live and work. But what’s it really like to be a female expat and how can Global Mobility and HR professional’s best support them? In this episode of NES Chat, Lauren was joined by Georgia Frangou, a cross-border expatriate taxation and global mobility expert. She has over 24 years’ experience in the industry and has worked and lived in South Africa, Canada, Austria and the UK. Georgia discussed: 1. Why fewer women take on expat roles 2. The benefits of expatriation 3. The main challenges for female expats 4. How can global mobility managers better support their female expats She also shared her personal experience of being an expatriate and how this impacted her family. Listen to this episode of NES Chat now! If you enjoyed this? Listen and subscribe to NES Chat on SoundCloud or find us on iTunes! Want more Global Mobility insights? Read more about our mobility solutions: nesgt.com/global-mobility or subscribe to the Expat Digest monthly newsletter: nesgt.com/expat-digest-newsletter

CV Formatting is often overlooked but it’s a key part of ensuring your CV makes it through the recruitment process and is noticed by the hiring manager or recruiter. This is especially important as more and more companies make use of applicant tracking systems (ATS). An ATS is a software application that allows companies to handle their recruitment electronically. The ATS can store, filter and shortlist candidate data based on given criteria such as skills, experience or education. In many cases, once you apply for a role your CV goes straight into an ATS and might not even be seen by a person! Although the actual number of companies who use this software to handle their hiring needs isn’t known, it’s estimated that almost 60% of all companies and a nearly 100% of the Fortune 500 companies make use of an Applicant Tracking System. This means that if you’re actively applying for roles, it’s very likely your CV has been through one or multiple applicant tracking systems. So how can you ensure your CV stands out? In this episode of NES Chat, Kevin McGrath from our IT team debunks some applicant tracking system myths and our very own Lauren Edwards, whose background is graphic design, explains how you can use formatting to convey creativity whilst still ensuring your data stands out in an ATS. We also provide you with some quick tips to ensure your CV looks the best it can be and remains professional. We talked about: • How have resumes changed over the years? • Where is the line between a creative CV and professionalism? • How much personality should a candidate show in their CV? • How do applicant tracking systems work and how does this impact creativity? • What common misconceptions do candidates often have about applicant tracking systems? • How can candidates include creativity in their CV but also ensure their data is correctly pulled through by the ATS? • And more They also shared personal experiences and practical tips for success. Listen to this episode of NES Chat now! If you enjoyed this, listen and subscribe to NES Chat on SoundCloud or find us on iTunes! Want more candidate advice? Read our tips for starting a new job and managing your resignation www.nesgt.com/candidates/career-advice