Energy & Utility Skills

Funding available for upskilling and multi-skilling employees

Emphasis is increasingly being placed on the energy sector to initiate a step change in the use of low carbon energy generation technologies and the establishment of wind farms in Wales is growing year on year.

To facilitate the growth of the energy sector, there is a need to increase the skills of those working within the industry and those who support its development.

To help stimulate the development of the industry in Wales, the Welsh Assembly Government through their Sector Priorities Fund, a European Social Fund supported programme, have provided funding to Energy & Utility Skills and their Built Environment partners.

This project is aimed at sector employees who live in Wales. It will assist employers to address current skills gaps and the future skills needs associated with a more established renewable energy sector.

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Funding for individuals participating in the project is on a match funding basis, with SME employers benefiting from a 70% subsidy from the Welsh Assembly Government. Large employers will also receive a subsidy for their employees who participate on the courses, at the rate of 50%.

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For further information on the project, please contact Nigel Williams on 07730 529 801 or email nigel.williams@euskills.co.uk

Funding available for upskilling women in Wales

Women at Work - Developing Women in the Workplace Training aims to develop the skills and abilities of women working in the energy and utilities industries across Wales. Employers can apply for support for training up to a value of £1000 to help in the up-skilling of women in the energy and utility industries. Small and medium employers will be required to contribute 30% and large employers 50% towards the full cost of any training.

Women can choose the training that best suits their needs and will benefit from increased potential for career progression and improved confidence. Employers will benefit from significant cost savings, increased staff motivation and retention levels.

For more information and to register an employee please contact Jennie Lewis on jennie.lewis@euskills.co.uk or 07790 377 312

Funding and places for this opportunity are limited, so please contact us now to avoid disappointment!

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