Posts Tagged ‘nuclear industry’
World Nuclear Association appoints Callum Thomas as Chair of the newly formed Talent and Workforce Development working group.
PRESS RELEASE: 6th December 2023, London Callum Thomas, Chair of Thomas Thor, has been appointed as Chair of the Talent and Workforce Development working group within the World Nuclear Association. This working group has been established to providing an effective collaborative forum for the sharing of best practice and to bring together the international nuclear…
Read MoreUS Nuclear Energy Careers Evolving Along with Next-Generation Plant Designs
By Jarret Adams U.S. nuclear energy sector has long offered promising careers for highly skilled workers earning salaries much higher than other electricity generation, U.S. policy organization of the nuclear technologies industry Nuclear Energy Institute reports. But the mix of nuclear energy workers is evolving along with the next generation of nuclear plant designs. The…
Read MoreThomas Thor opens London office and promotes Ben Smith and Pierre Morvan to drive next phase of European growth
London office to serve as centre of excellence for New Nuclear, Advanced Nuclear Technologies and Net Zero innovation. Amsterdam, March 9, 2022. Thomas Thor, a leading global specialist in recruitment, search, and workforce consultancy, advocating for Net Zero and known for its work across the Nuclear sector, today announces the opening of its London office…
Read MoreThe Post-pandemic reality for employees in the nuclear industry
Author – Callum Thomas At Thomas Thor, we speak with thousands of people either looking for career moves within the nuclear sector or interested in moving to nuclear from another industry. These conversations allow us to hear first-hand from employees about their motivations and preferences, as well as hearing from employers about how they are…
Read MoreSeven people who have made a difference for the global nuclear industry in 2021
As 2021 draws to a close there is a real feeling of positivity that the nuclear sector is entering a new era. Nobody can remember a time there was so much good news for the industry coming so quickly on so many fronts. Here we want to take a moment to recognise some of the…
Read MoreInsight – An Effective Initiative in Driving Employee Satisfaction and Motivation
By Callum Thomas, CEO of Thomas Thor Every now and then I hear about something that an organisation has done for the benefit of their employees which is sufficiently original and impactful to catch my attention. Recently, at the NESTet conference held by the European Nuclear Society in Brussels, I learned about an initiative launched…
Read MoreHelixos: the missing piece to bettering corporate impact
If you are looking to take a meditative hike into the world of all things hi-tech and futuristic industries (including nuclear, of course), look no further than Helixos. Their depiction of calm mountain ranges, bright ice glaciers and deep waters invoke an odd sense of familiarity, especially for those who’ve seen the brilliant blue glow…
Read MoreAt the forefront of the UAE nuclear energy programs’ many firsts
<<photo – caption: Hasna Al Blooshi is currently the Director of Training at Nawah Energy Company, a Joint Venture subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) in charge of operating and maintaining Units 1-4 of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant located in the Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi…
Read MoreAdriènne Kelbie: A wildcard well played
Adriènne Kelbie was a wildcard from start to finish as chief executive of the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR). Leaning into this status helped her to drive harder for the “constructive tension” she uses to help others be their best. She is now starting a new chapter as she heads up Adriènne Kelbie Consulting Ltd, offering…
Read MoreWhat does a vending machine, a lifebuoy, bananas and heavy metal music have in common?
Tackling perception change and engaging new audiences As the nuclear energy industry seeks to play a greater role in addressing climate change and achieving global commitments to NetZero, perception and understanding remain a key challenge. The industry has done much to engage and empower the young professionals driving the sector through groups like the Young…
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