News & Blogs
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Ugly, but effective.
Curiously, one of the biggest objections to renewable projects such as wind or solar farms is that they’re ugly. “They ruin the landscape” people say. In truth, it’s a matter of perception and priorities. Calling something ugly really has no...
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Denial and outrage… do we need a war of words or action?
In recent weeks there have been many headlines about the USA pulling out of Paris Climate Accord. Many are questioning if one of the world’s biggest economies pulls out, how can change be achieved? But let’s be honest, despite previous...
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Why not burn what we don’t want, to get what we do?
In terms of resources and waste management, the world is facing a major problem. Too much waste, dwindling natural resources and growing expectations from growing populations. Everyone wants warm homes in winter, streets free of litter and electricity and water...
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Fortis IBA - Testimonial for the successful recruitment of an Environmental Compliance Manager
Fortis IBA, part of the Raymond Brown Group, is a leading specialist in Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) processing. The company plays a vital role in the sustainability sector, aligning with environmental goals and supporting the transition to a zero-waste economy....
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LARAC – Happy Christmas!
Have yourself a very Merry Christmas! We’d like to think that it’s been a year of progress in waste and resource management. Despite delays and much back and forth on policies, if the demand for green skills is anything to...
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Candidate Testimonial - Qualitech – Site Chemist
I think the recruitment process was very well organised and lots of information and planning were provided from your end. The structure of the interview process being provided beforehand was good as it allowed me to prep in detail which...
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How do you find skilled Plant Operators?
When companies look to hire Plant Operators, a key outcome that they’re looking for is operational performance. Certifications and qualifications may tick a few boxes, even working experience has value, but neither of those provide conclusive evidence that candidates have...
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Silly season - Christmas in the world of waste.
Around the Western world, people are gearing up to a time often known as “Silly Season”. It’s a time for parties and holidays. It’s defined by excess – eating too much, partying too much and splurging on gifts and things...
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Great!
Finding great candidates starts with defining what “great” looks like for the company. This October WasteRecruit celebrated its 21st birthday. It’s a huge milestone for us. Incredible to think that we’ve been recruiting for the waste and resource sectors for...
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The untapped opportunities for food waste
Food is no longer just about nutrition. It’s about trends, eating out, celebrity chefs, and, most of all, convenience. The popularity of reality cooking shows and the overwhelming number of food bloggers reinforces this. Unfortunately, all of this hype, along...