Renewable Energy Recruitment

Connecting world-class renewable energy talent with the companies powering a net-zero future.

Acre - Renewables Recruitment

Renewable energy roles are at the forefront of the global sustainability agenda. From wind and solar to grid infrastructure, battery storage and clean fuels, these professionals are driving the energy transition and reshaping how we power our world.

Acre works with a range of organisation types including Utilities, Distribution System Operators (DSO), Transmission System Operators (TSO), Project Developers, Independent Power Producers (IPPs), EPC contractors, O&M Providers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMS).

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Acre’s global team of clean energy consultants bring deep expertise in renewable energy hiring. With over 20 years of experience and a proven track record in clean energy and cleantech, we’ve helped innovative start-ups, institutional investors, and global energy firms appoint visionary leaders and technical experts.

Whether you're scaling an early-stage business or navigating the complexities of large-scale energy deployment, we can help you secure the talent needed to accelerate impact.

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Why Are Clean Energy Jobs Important?

Irrespective of political or regulatory pushback, renewable energy is an essential power source to ensure our planet can sustain the ever growing demand for energy. They are essential for not only securing a net-zero future, but ensuring everyone has access to clean, reliable power.

Clean energy professionals help organisations meet climate commitments, adapt to regulatory change, unlock innovation, and build energy resilience. They are pivotal in helping governments and businesses deliver on national and international climate targets.

As momentum around the energy transition grows, demand for talent continues to outstrip supply. With the right people in place, organisations can drive measurable impact – accelerating decarbonisation, enhancing reputation, and ensuring long-term competitiveness in an evolving energy market.

Roles We Focus On

Acre recruits across the full value chain and all levels of seniority. Common roles include:

C-Suite: Chief Executive, Chief Development, Chief Commercial, Chief Financial, Chief Technology, and Chief Operating Officers
Leadership Hires: Across all key project life cycle divisions from Director to Senior Vice President
Technical Niche Hiring: From Financial Transmission Rights (FTR) analysts to Cryogenics engineers for cooling systems - Acre has an unprecedented track record of filling "impossible to hire" searches.
Mid-Level Individual Contributors
Team Builds: Whether an established IPP needing to hire a quota number of fresh new talent, or a startup trying to move quickly - Acre has bespoke solutions to ensure we are the option in the market for hiring tomorrow's leaders.

Whether you’re appointing a strategic leader or building a multi-disciplinary delivery team, our consultants can help you navigate the talent market.

What Employers Want in Renewables Talent

Employers typically seek a blend of technical capability, strategic acumen, and mission alignment. In-demand qualities include:

Deep knowledge of renewable technologies and energy systems
Proven experience in project development, investment, or operational delivery
Understanding of regulatory and market frameworks in clean energy
Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
Commercial awareness and a passion for decarbonisation

Our Practice Areas

We service the full range of renewable technologies also including

Wind and Solar Energy
Hyrdopower and Marine Energy
Grid Modernisation
Geothermal Energy
Nuclear Energy
Renewable Fuels
Energy Storage
Energy Infrastructure

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Clean Technology