Does Houston have the proper workforce to be the next energy transition capital of the USA (and the world)?
The following article delves into Houston’s workforce readiness for the energy transition, the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. It draws from McKinsey’s 2022 report on ‘Perspective on The Energy Transition Capital of the World: Houston’s Opportunity to Win by Catalyzing Capital Formation‘. This report has been elaborated in partnership with the Houston Energy Transition […]
The Onboarding Checklist You Need to Hire in 2024
As an HR professional, you’ve invested lots of time in recruiting the perfect employee. But this doesn’t mean the job is done. Onboarding is crucial, going beyond mere paperwork to quickly and effectively integrate talent into your company, setting the stage for their long-term success. Therefore, we’ve developed an onboarding checklist divided into five key […]
Is Strategic Workforce Planning the Key to Solving Staffing Issues?
You’re likely no stranger to the ongoing challenges of balancing your workforce needs in the dynamic energy sector. From the pressing demand for specialized skills to the unpredictability of labor markets, the energy industry is at a crossroads. According to Randstad’s latest talent scarcity report, factors such as slower migration after the pandemic, aging of […]
Why you should send your young staff to conferences and expos
A few days ago, our Mexico team was present at one of the most important O&G events of the country, the 2024 Congreso Mexicano del Petróleo (or Mexican Petroleum Summit). Even though we are not strangers to the experience of planning, organizing and setting up our booths and visits to diverse fairs and expos, there […]
Ten things not to say in your job interview
Beyond a polished CV, your interview performance is the key to unlocking career opportunities. An interview is more than a conversation; it’s a crucial interaction where your suitability is tested, and what you say during the interview can have a significant impact on the outcome. To help you put your best foot forward, let’s explore […]
How Our ‘Professionals for Professionals’ Approach Translates in the Recruitment Process.
How does an experience in the energy industry translate to a more effective recruitment process for clients in the energy industry? For our first Professionals for Professionals interview, we have gladly invited one of our recruiters for Europe: Gabriela Cristea. Gabriela has an extensive background in the maritime sector, an industry where she did not […]