Orion Group Awarded Manpower Services Contract for Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Project

Orion Group has been selected by United Infrastructure to provide specialist recruitment and manpower services for the Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Project, one of the UK’s most significant energy transition initiatives. The project plays a vital role in the nation’s industrial decarbonisation strategy while supporting local employment, skills development, and economic growth across the North West.

With nearly 40 years of experience supplying skilled trades and technical personnel to major energy and infrastructure projects, Orion Group is ideally positioned to deliver high-quality manpower solutions for this landmark project.

What is the Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Project?

The Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Project is a key initiative in the UK’s net-zero strategy, aiming to reduce industrial carbon emissions while sustaining regional economic activity. The project will repurpose existing offshore and onshore infrastructure in Liverpool Bay to capture and store CO₂ emissions that would otherwise enter the atmosphere.

For heavy industries in the region, this project provides a practical solution to decarbonisation, allowing operations to continue while reducing environmental impact. Once operational, the development will make a substantial contribution to the UK’s climate goals and help meet international carbon reduction targets.

A New Pipeline Network for Carbon Capture and Storage

United Infrastructure is delivering the Engineering, Procurement, Installation, and Commissioning (EPIC) scope for the project’s pipeline component. This includes:

• Construction of a new 34 km pipeline

• Repurposing 24 km of existing pipeline

• Connecting Ince, Cheshire, to Point of Ayr, North Wales

This network forms a critical link in the UK’s growing Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) infrastructure, enabling secure transportation of captured CO₂ to storage locations. By combining new and repurposed pipelines, the project maximises efficiency while reducing environmental disruption.

Orion Group’s Role in Recruitment and Workforce Mobilisation

Orion Group has been appointed to manage the recruitment of skilled trades and technical personnel for the construction and supervision phases. The initial focus is on blue-collar construction roles, with further recruitment activity across technical and supervisory positions as the project progresses.

Key recruitment responsibilities include:

• Sourcing experienced tradespeople and construction professionals

• Mobilising skilled crews for pipeline and civil works

• Providing supervisory and technical staff

• Ensuring compliance with safety and industry regulations

• Coordinating with local suppliers and training providers

This ensures the project benefits from a highly skilled, safe, and compliant workforce throughout all phases of construction.

Why Orion Group is a Trusted Partner for Energy Projects

Orion Group has almost four decades of experience supplying manpower for major energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects. The company is recognised for delivering compliant, high-quality recruitment solutions that meet the demands of complex, large-scale developments.

The Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Project highlights Orion’s commitment to:

• Supporting the UK’s net-zero ambitions

• Providing future-ready workforce solutions

• Developing local skills and careers

• Driving economic growth in regional communities

Orion’s expertise ensures that clients receive the right people with the right skills, at the right time.

Supporting Local Communities and Skills Development

A key focus of the Liverpool Bay project is engagement with local communities and regional training providers. Orion Group is collaborating with partners across the North West to:

• Connect local jobseekers to skilled trades opportunities

• Upskill workers through training and development programmes

• Support apprentices, trainees, and early-career professionals

• Ensure local workforce capability aligns with project needs

This approach not only supports decarbonisation but also strengthens regional employment, career development, and long-term economic resilience.

Safety, Compliance, and Workforce Excellence

Safety is a top priority for Orion Group. The company maintains rigorous standards across recruitment, onboarding, and mobilisation, including:

• Skills and competency verification

• Safety certifications and training

• Eligibility-to-work compliance

• Ongoing performance management

These processes ensure that every worker meets the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and trade expertise, supporting the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project.

Leadership Perspective

Tom Hennessy, Divisional Director at Orion Group, said:

“We’re proud to support a project that advances the UK’s net-zero ambitions while strengthening employment and skills development in the Liverpool Bay region. Our priority is to engage experienced trades professionals and ensure the right people are in place to deliver this landmark initiative safely and efficiently.”

This reflects Orion Group’s commitment to energy transition projects, workforce excellence, and community impact.

How to Register for Opportunities

Recruitment activity is accelerating, and Orion Group is inviting skilled trades and construction professionals to register their interest. Available opportunities include:

• Pipeline construction and mechanical trades

• Welding and fabrication

• Electrical and instrumentation

• Civil construction

• Project supervision

• Quality assurance and HSE roles

• General construction trades

Candidates can register via the Orion Group website. Early registration ensures priority consideration as the project progresses.

The Future of Carbon Capture in the UK

The Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Project represents a major step forward for the UK’s CCS network. By combining advanced technology with skilled manpower, the project will help industries transition to low-carbon operations, create high-quality jobs, and strengthen regional skills development.

Orion Group is proud to play a pivotal role in workforce delivery, ensuring that the project is supported by a safe, skilled, and reliable team. As construction ramps up, the company will continue to support United Infrastructure and other partners in achieving successful project completion.