Over the past year, we’ve been looking into the decarbonisation of the UK, from the alternatives available to what it means for the general public and manufacturers alike. Now, we’re looking at what gas engineers themselves think about the switch. …
A survey undertaken by Selco Builders Warehouse has revealed tradespeople are happier and earning more than university graduates. Surveying over 500 tradespeople, Selco wanted to determine how their experiences differ from those who attended and graduated university. Higher education doesn’t …
At Options Skills, we’re always looking for ways to improve the training we deliver to students and their overall experience. From updating course plans to creating new resources, we consistently update, upgrade and improve where possible. And more recently, we’ve been …
“Recruiting trainees is part of our culture and how we operate,” says Poppy Emsley, acting HR manager, EnviroVent Ltd. With 60 specialist engineers installing ventilation systems across the country, EnviroVent is Britain’s largest manufacturer and installer of sustainable and low …
Social media is a powerful tool for business. It can act as a portfolio, allow you to get to know your existing customers, and reach new ones. Not only that, but social media is a great tool for both learning …
A training course is an excellent way of keeping your skills and knowledge up-to-date. They can also be a great option for embarking on a new career altogether. Reed.co.uk found that 66% of workers completed online training in 2020 to …
Everyone is talking about going green, from supermarkets and clothing brands to energy companies and the government. There’s no getting away from the fact that we need to act now to decarbonise the UK, but how we’re going to do …
In the late 1970s, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) first expressed concern over human activities and our effect on the planet. (Source: Soas) Since then, people have been making everything from small changes to completely overhauling their lifestyles. However, now more …
With the ongoing threat of climate change, nations across the globe are working to tackle it and move away from fossil fuels, but what does it mean for newly qualified gas engineers? There’s rarely a day that goes by when …
With industries, technology and workplaces ever-evolving, as a business owner, it’s essential you stay up to date with the latest developments. There’s no avoiding change, and the recent national lockdown has proven this. With businesses asking workers to work from …