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INNOVATORS LEADING THE LOW-CARBON INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Industrial Decarbonisation and Clean Tech: People Driving Low-Carbon Industry 

The shift toward sustainable, low-carbon industrial processes is measured in technology, process innovation, and investment, yet progress ultimately begins with people. Every carbon capture project, low-emission manufacturing line, and clean-tech initiative starts with professionals committed to reducing emissions and making their industry greener and more sustainable. We connect professionals with organisations where their ideas and expertise can thrive.


From carbon capture, utilisation, and storage to electrification, hydrogen integration, and process optimisation, we help companies build teams that drive industrial decarbonisation and deliver measurable environmental impact.

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INNOVATORS AND CHANGE AGENTS FOR THE DECARBONISATION OF GLOBAL INDUSTRY

Leadership at the Forefront of Clean Industrial Innovation

We help organisations transform industrial sectors by connecting senior-level experts with projects and companies delivering clean-tech solutions. From early-stage engineering and process design to plant operations and technology deployment, we support critical appointments that define success in low-carbon industry.


Our network spans engineering, manufacturing, and investment partners, identifying professionals whose technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership can bring complex decarbonisation projects to life. We work with industrial companies, clean-tech developers, engineering, procurement, and construction firms, and investors who are shaping the next generation of green sustainable industrial practices.

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 REAL STORIES, REAL IMPACT

Stories from Our Clients and Candidates

By placing the right leaders, we help organisations manage complex projects across multiple locations and industries, delivering innovations that reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and set new standards for green sustainable industrial growth.

Building a Commercial and Operations Team for an EV Charging Network Launch

When a startup was preparing to enter the market with a new EV charging network, the Founders needed a Commercial and Operations Team capable of executing a successful launch and scaling early deployment and customer adoption.


We partnered with them to define the leadership structure, recruiting a Chief Commercial Officer to lead sales, marketing, and strategic partnerships; a Head of Operations to oversee site development, installation logistics, and network performance; and a Launch Project Manager to coordinate timelines across engineering, infrastructure, and go-to-market activities.


Once the senior leadership was in place, we helped build cross-functional teams, including business development specialists, customer support leads, and network operations coordinators, ensuring every aspect of launch execution was covered.


Today, the startup has successfully rolled out its EV charging stations, established key site partnerships, and scaled operational processes to support early growth. This demonstrates how strategic commercial and operations appointments, combined with a well-structured team, can turn a clean tech vision into a market-ready solution.

ADAPTING, GROWING AND LEADING WITH PURPOSE

The Workforce is Adapting to a New World

Industrial decarbonisation is changing traditional career paths. Experienced professionals from engineering, utilities, and conventional manufacturing are moving into decarbonisation and clean-tech roles, bringing practical knowledge, technical skill, and strategic insight. Their deep technical knowledge is being applied to challenges such as emissions reduction, energy efficiency, and the integration of clean technologies across complex systems.


Digital tools are accelerating decarbonisation. Advanced modelling, real-time monitoring, and data-driven optimisation are now central to industrial strategy. These technologies enable leaders to manage large-scale projects that span sectors, supply chains, and geographies, while delivering measurable environmental performance.


A new generation of clean tech professionals is emerging. The new generation of clean tech professionals is not only improving industrial processes but also driving innovation, collaboration, and long-term impact. Their careers reflect a sector in transition—interdisciplinary, solutions-focused, and committed to building a more sustainable industrial future.

OUR COMMITMENT

Talent at the Heart of Change for a Sustainable Future

Change begins with people. When the right person joins a team, they bring the energy, creativity, and leadership needed to move forward. Their influence can reshape how a group works, thinks, and grows. Strong leadership nurtures this potential, guiding teams with clarity and purpose. At the heart of every sustainable initiative is a person, a leader, who makes a difference.

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SPECIALISTS IN THE SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY

Our Areas of Expertise

We help organisations shape the leadership that shapes the future. We partner with those building a climate-resilient world, and we know the talent it takes to get there.

BUILT FOR THE GREEN ECONOMY

What Makes Hummingbird Different

We help organisations shape the leadership that shape the future.  We partner with those building a climate-resilient world, and we know the talent it takes to get there.

Sector-Specific Knowledge

We understand the commercial trends shaping the net zero transition. That insight informs every brief, shortlist and recommendation.

Global and Local Capability

Our reach and experience is global. We adapt to the cultural and operational differences that affect leadership both regionally and globally.

Scalable Support for Growth

From a single critical hire to a full-scale international expansion, our services flex with your business needs, supporting both strategic and organic growth.

Sustainability as Standard

Sustainability is central to how we evaluate leadership. By prioritising sustainability as a core competency, we identify leaders who create long-term value and drive meaningful impact for both their organisations and the environment.

A Five-Stage Recruitment Process

Designed for precision and long-term success. From defining role requirements to onboarding, our approach ensures every hire aligns with your goals and culture.

Human-Centric, Values-Led Approach

We take the time to understand your company’s mission and culture ensuring every candidate fits not just the job, but your purpose and values.

Multi-Disciplinary Talent Reach

We maintain relationships across  leadership, commercial, technical and operations, which enables us to identify leadership candidates capable of bridging technical and strategic domains. This breadth is essential for organisations working across interconnected systems.

Deep, Established Networks

Our reach spans across renewables, cleantech, and sustainability. We collaborate with companies and organisations across the entire sustainability value chain, from innovative clean energy developers to impact investors driving transformative change. We don’t rely on job boards, we deliver through relationships.

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​​Hiring for your team or exploring your next career move? Let’s start a conversation. We take a personal approach; listening first, and offering thoughtful guidance based on your needs. We're here to support you!

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