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at ACCIONA ENERGY

🏢 About ACCIONA ENERGY

ACCIONA ENERGY is a global leader in developing regenerative infrastructure specifically focused on leading the transition to a low-carbon economy. Since 2016, they've been at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, offering the unique opportunity to work for a company that combines technical innovation with genuine environmental purpose. Working here means contributing directly to Australia's renewable energy future while being part of a global sustainability mission.

About This Role

This Talent Acquisition contract role involves owning end-to-end recruitment for ACCIONA ENERGY's NSW portfolio, requiring you to build talent pipelines specifically for renewable energy roles while partnering with hiring managers on workforce planning. You'll be instrumental in finding talent that aligns with their regenerative infrastructure mission, making this role impactful because you're not just filling positions—you're helping build the team that will accelerate Australia's transition to clean energy.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing pipeline candidates for upcoming renewable energy project roles, conducting intake meetings with NSW hiring managers to understand specific technical requirements, and using LinkedIn Recruiter to proactively source talent for hard-to-fill positions. You'll likely spend time analyzing recruitment metrics to identify bottlenecks, while also representing ACCIONA at local networking events to build relationships within the Australian renewable energy community.

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🎯 Who ACCIONA ENERGY Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years experience in talent acquisition with demonstrated success sourcing for technical or engineering roles, preferably in energy, infrastructure, or sustainability sectors
  • Is proficient with LinkedIn Recruiter and has experience building talent pipelines for hard-to-fill positions, with specific knowledge of the Australian renewable energy talent market
  • Demonstrates strong stakeholder management experience, particularly with technical hiring managers, and can show examples of influencing recruitment decisions at multiple organizational levels
  • Has a genuine passion for sustainability and can articulate how talent acquisition contributes to ACCIONA's mission of leading the low-carbon transition

📝 Tips for Applying to ACCIONA ENERGY

1

Highlight specific experience recruiting for engineering, technical, or renewable energy roles—mention any successful placements in these areas

2

Demonstrate your knowledge of the NSW renewable energy market by mentioning specific talent pools or networks you've built in this sector

3

Include metrics that show your impact on hiring quality and speed, especially for contract or project-based roles similar to ACCIONA's needs

4

Show how you've used data to improve recruitment processes—be specific about the tools and insights you've implemented

5

Mention any experience with employer branding in the sustainability sector or participation in renewable energy industry events

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your specific experience with end-to-end recruitment for technical roles and how it applies to ACCIONA's renewable energy portfolio", 'Examples of proactive talent pipeline building, particularly in competitive markets like renewable energy in NSW', "How you've used data and insights to improve hiring processes and make recruitment decisions", "Your understanding of ACCIONA's regenerative infrastructure mission and why it resonates with your approach to talent acquisition"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → ACCIONA's current renewable energy projects in NSW and Australia-wide (check their Australian projects page)
  • → Their 'regenerative infrastructure' philosophy and how it differs from traditional sustainability approaches
  • → Recent news about ACCIONA's expansion in the Australian market and their specific talent needs
  • → The company's employer branding and values—particularly their focus on leading the low-carbon transition

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience building talent pipelines for renewable energy or infrastructure roles in the NSW market
2 How would you approach sourcing candidates for a hard-to-fill engineering role in ACCIONA's portfolio?
3 Tell us about a time you influenced a hiring manager to change their recruitment strategy or requirements
4 How have you used data to improve candidate experience or hiring efficiency in previous roles?
5 What do you know about ACCIONA's current projects in Australia and how would you attract talent for these initiatives?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with generic recruitment experience without highlighting specific technical or engineering recruitment background
  • Failing to demonstrate knowledge of ACCIONA's sustainability mission or the renewable energy sector in your application
  • Not providing concrete examples of proactive sourcing or talent pipeline building—especially for contract roles

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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