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Pictured: Denise McGlynn, Client Manager, Energy & Utility Skills, Matt Heaton, Head of Training Delivery, Phil Beach CBE, CEO, Energy & Utility Skills, Grant Batty, Water Services Director United Utilities has become the first water company to extend the Competent Operator Scheme beyond water treatment works to include water networks, setting a benchmark for workforce … Read more
The Government announced a series of changes to apprenticeships in England during National Apprenticeships Week that together represent a substantial reform to their delivery. It is important to note that not all of these changes will come into effect immediately; some require legislation and others are likely to take several years to implement given that … Read more
As part of our 25th Anniversary celebrations, we are interviewing some of our amazing team members to highlight their unique contributions, celebrate their achievements and share their stories. Tell us about your experience working with Energy & Utility Skills. I’ve been with Energy & Utility Skills for 18 years, which feels incredible. My previous role was straight … Read more
Richard began his working career in 1983 where he joined the British Army, servicing 22 years in the Royal Engineers. After leaving the Armed Forces in 2005, he moved to the utilities sector, continuing his passion for training and helping people to enhance their skills. Over the years he has worked for various organisations including … Read more
Energy & Utility Skills invites employers, training providers and professional bodies to review the revised Sewerage & Drainage Maintenance National Occupational Standards (NOS). NOS describe what an individual needs to do and needs to know to perform a work activity, including the skills, knowledge and understanding required. They can be applied across the UK and … Read more
For 25 years Energy & Utility Skills has been the skills body for the gas, power, water and waste industries; working with employers to build a safe, skilled, and sustainable workforce. Through our expert team and strong partnerships with employers, industry leaders and the government, we ensure that the right qualifications, apprenticeships, and training programmes … Read more
As part of our 25th Anniversary celebrations, we are interviewing some of our amazing team members to highlight their unique contributions, celebrate their achievements and share their stories. Tell us about your experience working with Energy & Utility Skills and how long you have worked here? I have been with Energy & Utility Skills for just over … Read more
With an impressive 37 years in the utility sector, Scott McCrae has not only created a successful training company but has also helped shape and influence the water industry with his extensive experience and knowledge. Scott started his career as an apprentice at Scottish Water, where he gained a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of … Read more
As part of our 25th Anniversary celebrations, we are interviewing some of our amazing team members to highlight their unique contributions, celebrate their achievements and share their stories. Looking back at your time with Energy & Utility Skills, how many years has it been? Can you tell us a bit about your journey? I joined in January … Read more
Congratulations to the 2024 Energy & Utility Skills Awards Winners… Skills Collaboration Initiative of the Year Award Winners: Develop Training and Northern Gas Networks Their collaboration led to the opening of a groundbreaking training centre designed to resemble a regular street, where courses on handling emergency gas incidents are delivered. This unique training environment has … Read more
