The Middle East's growing focus on sustainable development is creating vast opportunities for professionals in the environmental and energy sectors, with governments of leading regional economies undertaking massive initiatives to attain sustainability leadership and boost their energy resources. Among the most prominent steps taken by a regional government was the establishment of Estidama, the sustainability program of Abu Dhabi; and Masdar, a multi-faceted company advancing the development, commercialisation and deployment of renewable energy solutions and clean technologies; among others. In line with this, Macdonald & Company, the leading property recruiter, has announced the launch of its Environmental & Energy Division, with specialist recruiters sourcing talent across the globe.
As the region realises its potential as a hub for renewable energy, many companies are looking at sustainable investments, thereby further boosting the opportunities created by the governments' initiatives. Macdonald & Company will leverage its knowledge in the region over the last five years and develop new business lines with existing clients such as Masdar, Mubadala, the Abu Dhabi Municipality, and Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council.
"Amidst major challenges in the region with energy and sustainability, companies and governments are prompted to look into reducing their carbon footprint, while investors are drawn towards more sustainable investments," said William Buck, Managing Director - Environmental & Energy, Macdonald & Company. "We have the technical expertise to connect employers with highly qualified environmental and energy professionals worldwide. We have hired niche sector specialists into the new division and combine this with our global network of offices to service our clients' requirements."
Backed by the vast network it has built as a leading professional recruitment consultancy for the property industry and built environment, Macdonald & Company is targeting potential partners such as government companies, developers, investors and consultancies, utilities companies, banks, funds and investment companies who are looking for professionals in the environmental and energy sectors. Specialist skills recruited will include: Geotechnical, Water, GIS, Air Quality, Ecology, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Waste and Recycling, Environmental Management, Noise/Vibrations/Acoustics, Contaminated Land & Remediation, Environmental Engineering, Nuclear, Carbon Management, Waste to Energy, Energy Engineering, Climate Change, Renewable energy, Energy Finance, Energy Management and Utilities.
"The sustainability and renewable energy industry is a budding sector that is recruiting professionals with unique skills. As a specialist recruiter, we are fully equipped to deliver result-driven recruitment solutions to address customers' specific needs. We work strategically with our clients, providing them with strong market knowledge and insight. With the increasing demand in the region, we are confident that this new venture will gain successful results in this rapidly growing market," concluded George Buck, Senior Associate - Environmental & Energy, Macdonald & Company.
With offices in the UAE, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Australia and South Africa, Macdonald & Company offers global reach with local knowledge through its professional recruitment consultancy services. Its philosophy has enabled the company to develop a prestigious client list across the MENA region, including The Royal Court of Affairs, Reem Investments, Emaar, Nakheel, Dubai Properties, Qatari Diar, Standard Chartered Bank (UAE) Ltd., Emirates NBD, CBRE, Jones Lang LaSalle, Ernst & Young, KEO International Consultants, Aedas, Amana, Arabian Construction Company (ACC), Emrill and Ecovert.
