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Nuclear Week in Parliament

Nuclear Week in Parliament is an annual event taking place throughout the Palace of Westminster, hosted by the Nuclear Industry Association.

We spent time during the afternoon at the AECOM sponsored panel session which was supported by Baroness Bloomfield and Lord Iain McNicol.

Richard Whitehead, CEO of AECOM, gave an introduction that commented about having a focus on delivery, turning ambition and strategy into tangible actions.

Cameron Tompkin added that we have seen projects hampered by delays and cost overruns which in turn has affected local jobs, all while infrastructure has been getting bigger and more complex. The Prime Minister’s nuclear focus was mentioned as positive and the creation of groups such as NISTA is a positive move. Faster and better regulations with the ability to foster new technologies will put the UK in a powerful position.

Panellists included David Schofield, Chief Geologist, Nuclear Waste Services; Sarah MacGregor, Forests with Impact Programme Director and Head of Social Sustainability at Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland; Paul Roberts, Business Director for Decommissioning and Site Services, Nuvia; Eloise John, Energy Director, AECOM.

A few recurring topics surfaced during the talk such as the need to bring in new people to diversify the industry and the skills base. This is going to be crucial if we are going to meet the growing demand for talent and if we want to meet project obligations head on efficiently.

Embedding a culture of knowledge sharing, making the most of AI and digital transformations will all be critical aspects of project success. Shared goals must align up front and be smart all while understanding that technology/AI won’t be replacing experts but will; however, be utilised to support us to be more productive.

Collaboration with industry is fundamental to successful delivery and with a sharper eye on sustainability, strategies must be incorporated into project planning and ensuring there is a strong bids & tenders process.

All in all, we felt that people do want to move forward with a new sense of unison while also understanding that we need to tweak the way we bring talent into the industry. 2025 saw us build foundations and 2026 will be a make-or-break year for talent sourcing and retention.

Reach out to us today to find out how we can help support your recruitment and hiring strategies. Whether you need an in-house consultant or you require a retained talent search, we have the expertise to help you hire the right people today.

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Milton Park Innovation Community

It had been a long time since we’d been down to Milton Park and what a fantastic community it has grown to be.

Based in South Oxfordshire, Milton Park is a hub of innovation with impressive buildings, labs, cafes, restaurants and the coming together of many industries.

Tokamak Energy, Nuvia, TE Magnetics, AECOM, Baker Hughes, ESR Technology, Endeavor Engineering, and Bouygues UK are just a few names in energy, engineering and construction located at the park.

With the Oxford-Cambridge corridor being developed, Milton Park is a key hub within this infrastructure due to its geographical location and its strong & varied community. Emerging technologies, talent, strong research capabilities, connectivity, R&D, and support from institutional investments are just a few reasons why Oxfordshire is a powerhouse for business.

If you are a business based on the park who would benefit from utilising experienced recruitment & hiring strategies and solutions, reach out to us today to find out more about our services.

Picture: miltonpark.co.uk

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Nuclear Careers

Hiring for Tomorrow, Today: Nuclear & Energy Infrastructure

Our aim at Nuclear Careers is to work with a broad mix of clients such as engineering consultants, construction managers, civil contractors, defence organisations, and manufacturers. The common thread is that these businesses, whether SME or larger companies, all have links to nuclear & energy infrastructure.

Why is this our focus? We have a passion that major projects can succeed and in no point in time has infrastructure mattered more than it has today, with nuclear and energy – and success starts with skills & talent.

Britain is riding a wave of financing and funding right now, so while the times are good, recruitment tends to take a back seat. We know that hiring has and is going on; however, there have also been many layoffs, halted projects and companies pivoting focus. Unemployment is high, and the ever-growing skills gap has not been addressed.

2026 will see an increased demand for mid-career to executive level hires within engineering and project delivery roles, but if some businesses aren’t careful, the top talent will go elsewhere.

Gone are the days when you can solely rely on brand, “if you build it, they will come…”, and with global mobility being more of the norm nowadays, we aren’t just in competition nationally for good candidates.

Hiring top talent needs to start today, not yesterday, not last week, but now. Yes, there is an element of risk, the unknown, and uncertainty, but another thing is for sure, we must hire more candidates into the sector if we are going to achieve all our grand plans.

Having an idea is one thing, implementing it is another, and having the right people to support the delivery is crucial.

At Nuclear Careers we understand hiring and we have the talent network – we’ve been talking to business leaders throughout the UK and beyond, so we know what matters.

We’re excited to build the future with our clients, whether it’s a small local business or a larger national or even international organisation, powering nuclear and energy is the goal.

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