Hire, Train and Deploy - A Practical Solution
One increasingly effective approach is the Hire-Train-Deploy(HTD) model. In simple terms, it works like this:
- Hire – Recruit individuals with the right aptitude, attitude and foundational skills, even if they don’t yet have sector - specific experience.
- Train – Provide targeted, industry-aligned training to equip them with the technical and safety skills needed for energy roles.
- Deploy – Place these workers into live roles within energy organisations, where they can add value immediately and continue developing on the job.
For organisations the benefits are compelling
- Faster access to talent without relying solely on scarce experienced hires
- Reduced risk, as training is aligned to real roles and standards
- Greater diversity and inclusion, by widening the talent pool
- Workforce scalability to meet project peaks and regional demand
Importantly, HTD is not about lowering standards - it’s about building them in from the start, in a structured and sustainable way.
Many companies have successfully used this complimentary strategy alongside their existing talent acquisition programmes such as permanent recruitment and apprenticeship programmes as an additional channel to access hitherto unidentified talent.
For companies seeking to close their skills gaps—whether in electrical installation, maintenance, or emerging energy technologies - Hire, Train and Deploy bridges training and employment in a single, efficient pathway that strengthens your workforce and accelerates your growth.
