About us

TALENT FOR THE PROJECTS POWERING TOMORROW

JD Ross is a specialist recruitment partner connecting engineering and technical talent with organisations powering modern economies. We support energy and critical infrastructure projects from renewable generation and grid transmission to utilities and mission-critical assets.

JD Ross was founded in the renewable energy sector and has grown alongside the industry as projects, technologies and infrastructure have matured and adapted to changing demands.
Today, our focus has expanded to include the full clean energy cycle and the critical infrastructure needed to support modern economies, specialising in placing engineers, technicians, project professionals, safety experts and operational leaders working across power, utilities, infrastructure and critical asserts.

We are an engineering and technical recruitment partner to organisations operating across:

Energy generation and networks
Utilities and grid modernisation
Critical infrastructure and industrial assets
Energy‑adjacent construction, delivery and operations

Our consultants combine deep technical understanding with strong market knowledge, enabling us to support clients across the full project lifecycle – from early design and development through to delivery, operation and asset optimisation.

OUR VALUES

Expertise

With deep knowledge of the energy transition & critical infrastructure, we are specialists in matching the right talent with organisations that make a difference.
Progressive

We continuously evolve, adapting to the changing needs of social care, always striving to improve the recruitment experience for our candidates and clients.
Integrity

We operate with honesty and transparency, ensuring every placement aligns with the values and needs of both candidate and client.
Engaged & Collaborative

We work closely with our clients and candidates, building strong, supportive relationships to provide tailored recruitment solutions.
Leadership

We lead by example, setting high standards in social care recruitment and continuously pushing for better outcomes for our communities.

OUR STRENGTHS

Global Reach, Local Talent

Coverage of the globe in our placed talent – over 160 countries. Local talent in every corner of the world.
Talent Solutions

Tailored services to solve our partners most complex technical and regional talent challenges.
Global leader in Infrastructure & Renewable Energy

Sector specific and technical experts.
Truly Local

Over 17 nationalities & 21 languages in-house and a diverse workforce.

Our Markets

Power generation and transmission

Utilities and grid infrastructure

Energy storage and flexibility

Industrial and process engineering

Major infrastructure programmes

Data Centres

JD Ross is part of nGAGE Talent, a group of specialist global recruitment businesses combining over 200 years of expertise. This partnership provides the scale, infrastructure and network to deliver in niche markets, while maintaining a highly focused, consultative approach.

Engineering-led understanding – we recruit for complex, technical roles where context matters
Lifecycle coverage – from design and development through to build, operation and maintenance
International reach – supporting clients across the UK, Europe, APAC and North America
Backed by nGAGE Talent – access to a broader technical and digital talent ecosystem

We don’t chase volume. We focus on capability, delivery and long-term partnerships in markets where failure isn’t an option.

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OUR TEAM

Chris Peel

CEO

I am delighted to be joining Opus at what is an exciting time for the business. The organisation continues to successfully navigate itself through some challenging market conditions and has excellent foundations for long-term growth and success, with expertise in sectors where the demand for talent will be highest

Matt Sykes

Regional Managing Director, UK & Europe

It’s the strength of our networks and relationships within the industry that make us so successful at what we do.

Lewis Lines

Vice President, USA

I am passionate about enabling great people to create success in their own lives by becoming career partners with the best candidates in the industry.

Ethan Jenkins

Director, APAC

These are exciting times in the Australian energy market. We’re going through exciting changes, particularly in Renewables and in forward-thinking energy solutions.

Joshua Becker

Vice President, USA

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We’ve aligned our market-leading talent solutions with the energy transition, building our specialisms to include renewables and clean tech. Driven by our belief in a more sustainable world, we also embed ESG into our operations promoting eco-conscious behaviours, reducing our carbon footprint, and planting a tree for every placement.

Since 2024, through our partner Trees for the Future, we have planted:

780 TREES

We believe that building a diverse and inclusive workforce fuels innovation, strengthens decision-making, and helps us better serve our customers and communities. Our focus on responsible and sustainable business practices not only supports the environment and society but also drives long-term financial performance and resilience.

By embedding EDI and ESG into everything we do, we attract and retain top talent, build trust with our stakeholders, and create lasting value for our people, our clients, and the wider world. We see this not just as a responsibility, but as a vital part of building a successful and future-ready organisation.

OUR RECOGNITIONS

We work hard because we consistently aim to go further for our clients and our candidates. In doing so, we’ve picked up a few awards that recognise our industry standing and big ambitions.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I found the process of contracting with Global Offshore through JD Ross Energy very professional; everything was very well explained, and I was kept informed of the progress of the application throughout by Harry and Natalie. The timesheet portal is very easy to use and saves a huge amount of time for both me and the Project Managers… Overall, I now have one less thing to worry about, as all the stress has been taken out of the invoicing and accounts payable process for me. I also received a follow-up call from Harry to ensure that the process had gone as smoothly as I had expected and to enquire if I needed any help or had any questions.

Candidate experience , Global Marine Group

JD Ross brings valuable industry experience and a strong commitment to finding quality candidates, effectively communicating Ausconnex’s story to engage them. Their team understands the daily challenges faced by recruiting managers and provides timely, thoughtful follow-up. This approach ensures that high-quality candidates receive the attention they deserve, increasing the likelihood of securing the right talent when we need it.

Client experience, Ausconnex

Once again, thanks to the professional support of JD Ross, we have succeeded in recruiting new employees… With its excellent network and extremely professional and streamlined process design, JD Ross has succeeded in finding suitable candidates for the positions we needed to fill and to place them with us. On behalf of my company, I would like to thank JD Ross for their support and will definitely contact them again when vacancies arise.