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Melanie Noble

Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People Ltd
4.81
from 46 reviews
About Melanie
Melanie's Bio

Connecting top-tier renewable energy professionals with transformative large-utility scale solar and wind projects powering the energy transition.

As a Senior Recruitment Partner at Astute People, I specialise in strategic talent acquisition across the UK and Ireland’s renewable energy sector, with a focus on large-utility scale solar and wind.

I work closely with leading renewable developers, EPC contractors, and O&M providers to deliver high-calibre technical and operational talent essential to meeting the UK’s net zero targets.

With many years recruiting in renewables and a background combining technical understanding and client relationship management, I help organisations navigate recruitment challenges in this fast-growing and evolving market.

What I Deliver
- Industry-Specific Expertise: Proven success placing professionals across large scale solar, utility scale wind, and BESS sectors.
- Strategic Talent Pipelines: Leveraging deep networks and innovative recruitment solutions to access both active and passive candidates.
- Candidate Advocacy: Guiding renewable energy professionals with CV optimisation, career advice, and interview preparation tailored to this specialised sector.
- Client Partnership: Providing bespoke recruitment strategies aligned with project timelines, budget constraints, and compliance requirements.

Key Renewable Energy Roles I Recruit
- Large Scale Solar: Electrical Design Engineers, Portfolio Managers, Field Service Technicians, HSE Managers, Asset Managers
- Wind: Service Technicians, Site Managers, Environmental Consultants, Grid Specialists, HSE professionals
- Commercial and Project Delivery: Bid Managers, Contract Managers, Commercial Analysts

Passion and Partnership

I am passionate about accelerating the UK and Ireland’s clean energy transition by connecting talent with opportunity within large scale renewable energy projects.

Whether you’re a company scaling your workforce or a professional seeking your next role in solar or wind, let’s connect to explore how I can help power your success.

Recruiting Since
2023

Why I love to recruit
I love seeing people fulfil their potential in a career they love

When I'm not working I like to
Spend time with my partner and 2 children exploring new places and creating memories


Started working at Astute People Ltd on
01/17/2023

Who I Recruit For

Industries

Engineering

Roles

Civil Engineer

Locations

United Kingdom
Recent Reviews

Alistair M. Candidate 5.00

2 months ago

About Melanie Noble:

Melanie has been fantastic the whole recruitment process, from the first phone call and up until this point of myself accepting the job offer. She has been very understanding of my circumstances and helped to get that across to the employers, she's always quick at responding and knows what she's talking about in the industry. I can't thank her enough for how much she's helped me along with this process.
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Ben T. The Royal Lancers 5.00

1 year ago

About Melanie Noble:

Melanie was very helpful from start to finish. Communication was excellent and Mel was extremely transparent. I would deffinatley recommend Mel to any of my friends looking for job opportunities.
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Robert M. 2nd Engineer Officer/Mechanic 5.00

1 year ago

About Melanie Noble:

Both Mel and Sue were very knowledgeable and gave me excellent advice towards preparing for my interview with regular calls before interview to ensure I had all information and advice before interview. I feel I was more prepared for my interview due to the guidance I received from them both . Like to say thank you for this to both of you. Both are very professional and experienced in their role. Thank you and kind regards Robert McKay
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Jack P. Project Engineer 5.00

1 year ago

About Melanie Noble:

Melanie has been a great support throughout the entire recruitment process, from the first contact with the job opportunity. She was very patient and took time to understand my situation, and both job requirements and expectations. She was a fantastic point of contact and help. I coudn't not recommend her enough.
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Nicholas B. Mechanised Combat Engineer 5.00

1 year ago

About Melanie Noble:

Keeping me informed about how the process was progressing and doing check up before and after interviews to see my thoughts and how best to prepare and move forward
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