Andrew Newton
"Our Network Rail-approved competencies are the most safety-stringent in the world. UK rail engineers are highly sought after worldwide.”
Key facts
- Operations Manager at NES Global Talent
- Joined NES Global Talent as a Trainee Recruiter in 2001
- 14 years' recruitment experience
- Rail recruitment specialist
First impressions
Andrew describes himself as determined, patient and persistent – three qualities that he insists all great recruiters must have.
Andrew on what motivates him: “Personally, taking care of my family and being able to provide for them; professionally, an exceptional service delivery. I want to be the best I can at what I do.”
Greatest challenges
The greatest challenge that Andrew's rail clients face is: “The skill shortage that exists within the sector. Skills are so highly specialised and a lack of new entrants to the industry is a worry for many hiring companies.”
“Our rail division is predominantly UK-based, so companies we work with also face stringent (and ever-changing) health and safety legislation. New legal requirements are a frequent occurrence.”
What makes us different?
“Our training division runs alongside our recruitment capability, so our contractors are able to continually update their competencies and their knowledge base.”
“We can supply at all levels – from ground workers and general operatives right through to senior project engineers, project managers and project directors. We can place everything from one contractor for one day, to full teams of 30 or more for a full contract duration.”
“We know that our clients want flexibility and they want candidates who see their contract right through to the end. We find those contractors.”