Star of the South is set to become Australia’s first offshore wind project, delivering up to 2.2 GW of renewable energy - enough to power 1.2 million homes. As a pioneering development in the region, the project demanded access to specialist offshore wind talent with international expertise, local understanding, and a commitment to building capability in Australia's emerging clean energy sector.
Project:
Star of the South
Scope of Work:
Recruitment, Offshore Wind Talent Sourcing, Market Advisory
Duration:
Location:
Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
Atlas NextWave helped us find the right people to move Star of the South forward. Their global offshore wind knowledge made a real difference.
With no domestic offshore wind workforce yet established, Star of the South required a trusted partner who could help identify, attract, and onboard experienced offshore wind professionals. The challenge extended beyond technical expertise – the project also needed people who could transfer knowledge, support localisation efforts, and work in alignment with Australian regulations and workforce standards.
Atlas NextWave leveraged its global offshore wind network and regional recruitment expertise to connect Star of the South with qualified professionals across key disciplines. Our role involved targeted talent sourcing, market insights, and compliance advisory, enabling the client to build a high-calibre team that could lead Australia’s first offshore wind development with confidence.
Roles Provided
Atlas NextWave played a vital role in enabling Star of the South to secure the personnel needed to drive early-stage development. By delivering talent with proven offshore wind experience, we helped build a team capable of navigating technical, regulatory, and stakeholder challenges unique to Australia’s energy transition.
Atlas NextWave is uniquely positioned to support emerging offshore wind markets. Our access to international talent, understanding of regional compliance, and hands-on recruitment expertise ensure our clients are equipped to lead – even in uncharted territory.
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