Vicki Cook 
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
John Tyler is UK Director of Technical Training at National Grid and has dedicated his career to improving the workforce skills within his company and the wider sector. As Chair of the National Skills Academy for Power and the Delivery Board of the Energy & Utility Skills Partnership, he has been instrumental in shaping the … 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. Laura, you’ve been with Energy & Utility Skills for an impressive 14 years now. How has that journey been for you? It’s hard to believe it’s been 14 years—it’s … Read more
As the Offshore Renewables Industry continues to expand, the need for a skilled and competent workforce is becoming increasingly vital. Supporting the skills for the sector is Energy & Utility Skills, the recognised standard-setting body for the power, gas, water, and waste management industries. As we extend our expertise to the Offshore Renewables sector, we … Read more
As the industry skills body for our sector, Energy & Utility Skills are delighted to announce that we have again been appointed by Skills Development Scotland (SDS) to review a range of National Occupational Standards (NOS) during 2024-25. NOS are fundamental in the development of qualifications, in house training programmes and apprenticeship frameworks. The following … Read more
Paul Standing is an exceptional example of how dedication, adaptability and the drive for continuous learning can be key to achieving success after making a significant impact in the water industry. With 20 years of experience, Paul is a passionate trainer dedicated to teaching the next generation of the sector’s workforce, as well as the … Read more