The Exciting Future for Engineering Candidates with Security Clearance

The engineering sector is booming with opportunities for professionals who hold (or are pursuing) security clearance. From highly classified defence initiatives to state-of-the-art technology projects, roles that require clearance offer access to some of the most impactful, innovative, and high value work available in the industry today. If you’ve been considering advancing your career or are looking to make a strategic move, now is the perfect time to take advantage of these exciting prospects. Let’s explore why security clearance matters, how the process works, and why there’s no better time than now to pursue these roles.

Project Controls: Trends Shaping the Market in 2025

As we move into 2025, the project controls market across nuclear, defence, and infrastructure remains fiercely competitive. Companies are in a race to secure niche skills that are critical for success in these highly specialised sectors.

The Importance of Early Engagement with Your Recruitment Partner: Ensuring Project Success

When undertaking a complex project in industries like nuclear or petrochemical, the importance of having the right people in place cannot be overstated. The specialised nature of the work, combined with strict safety and compliance requirements, means you need a recruitment partner who understands your needs inside out. That’s why engaging with us early, right from the planning stage, is critical for a smooth and successful project. Here’s why an early briefing on your project can make all the difference:

Navigating the Busy Recruitment Market in FMCG Food Manufacturing

Currently the market is bustling with activity as companies vie to attract top talent to drive their operations forward. However, amidst this flurry of activity, there are two significant issues that candidates consistently raise: salary packages and the speed of the recruitment process.

Navigating the Manufacturing Recruitment Market: 3 Key Areas Impacting the Industry

The UK manufacturing sector is undergoing significant transformation, and as a recruitment agency specializing in this space, we at Scantec are acutely aware of the factors shaping the current job market. Understanding these key areas is essential for both employers looking to attract top talent and candidates seeking opportunities in this evolving landscape. Below, we explore three major areas that are currently influencing the manufacturing recruitment market.

Key Trends Impacting the Technical and Engineering Recruitment Market

As a leading UK-based recruitment agency specialising in the technical and engineering sectors, Scantec Recruitment consistently monitors the evolving landscape to support businesses in making informed hiring decisions. With shifts in technology, workforce demands, and market conditions, several factors are influencing recruitment in these sectors. Below, we explore three main areas shaping the technical and engineering recruitment market today.

Key Trends Impacting the Scientific Recruitment Market in 2024

As a recruitment agency specialising in the scientific sector, Scantec understands the unique challenges and opportunities that shape this fast-evolving industry. The demand for top-tier talent in fields like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, environmental sciences, and chemical engineering is stronger than ever. However, several key factors are influencing the market, affecting both employers and candidates. In this blog, we highlight three significant trends impacting the scientific recruitment market in 2024.

Navigating the Ongoing Skills Shortage: Winning the War for Talent in Engineering and Manufacturing with Scantec

Finding the right talent has become increasingly challenging in the Engineering and Manufacturing sector, where innovation and productivity are key drivers of success. In this blog, we will explore the severity of the skills shortage, the concept of the "war for talent," and how Scantec, as a leading recruitment agency specialising in the Engineering, Scientific, Manufacturing, and Technical sectors, can help bridge the gap.

Understanding What Matters Most to Candidates: Beyond Salary and Benefits

In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, it's crucial for organisations to adapt their strategies to attract the best candidates. Gone are the days when a hefty salary package and a few standard benefits were enough to entice top talent. Today, candidates have a diverse set of priorities, and understanding what truly matters to them is the key to securing the right talent for your organisation.

Talent Acquisition in the Manufacturing Industry

As the manufacturing industry’s candidate shortage proves to be a steadfast and scaling problem, businesses in the sector are facing a host of recruitment challenges. This includes (but is certainly not limited to) experiencing long-term difficulty with…

The Impact of the Recession on the UK’s Manufacturing Recruitment Activity

When the UK economy takes a downturn, it can be a really scary time for businesses and employees alike. There are so many unknown factors involved with a recession that, upon the first sign of financial distress, leaders are forced to leap into action and begin preparing for the future.

How to Get the Pay Rise You Deserve During the Cost of Living Crisis

Over the last year, the UK’s private sector wages have grown between 7.6%. While this number seems appealing on a surface level, once adjusted against inflation, the country’s workers are actually earning less than before. This has resulted in a nationwide cost of living crisis where, according to the Office of National Statistics, 60% of UK employees are “already feeling the effects”. Are you one of them?