When considering going self-employed, there are a lot of things to think about. Launching your own business is an exciting prospect, but it is essential that you weigh up all your options and plan ahead before making any decisions. According …
Having recently joined forces with a market leading boiler installation and repair business, Build Staff – our recruitment partner – are looking for registered gas engineers across the United Kingdom. In partnership with Build Staff, we support our candidates at …
Whether you’re just entering the working world or you want a complete career change, it’s worth considering a career in the trades industry. Times are changing, the job market is ever evolving and stereotypes about the industry are disappearing. It …
Winter is a magical time of the year with everyone thinking about and getting excited for Christmas and New Year. It’s a time to celebrate, but one thing that definitely isn’t something to celebrate is your boiler breaking down. Throughout the …
Throughout the UK there is a skills shortage, and there has been for some time. Gas engineers are in demand more than ever, with existing engineers being offered more work than they can accept. This means that it’s a better time …
When considering a career in the gas industry, one of the first questions you’re likely to ask yourself is “how much can I earn as a gas engineer?” As someone entering the trade as a beginner, realistically you won’t be …
When your boiler breaks down and there’s no hot water, you don’t think twice before calling out a gas engineer. But how often do you check they’re actually qualified and gas safe before you let them into your home and …
Before getting in touch with Options Skills, Jasim Taqi was working as a gardener and part-time plumber in the Birmingham area. Wanting to enhance his skills, he became a gas trainee with Options Skills. The gas course Jasim followed is made up of …
Whether you’ve recently trained as a gas engineer or you’re thinking about changing careers, something may find daunting is how to market yourself successfully enough to make your new business venture work. Here at Options Skills, we know what a …
Last Gas Safe Training Course Dates Available Due to the upcoming changes in the Gas Safe legislation in November, there has been an increase in demand for gas courses. The changes being made will result in a longer training period for students …