Overview

The energy industry is extremely prevalent in our region, not only due to the historically rich oil and gas pickings from the North Sea, but because of an evolving nuclear power strategy and huge offshore wind opportunities.  Careers can span everything involved from production to the consumption of energy, including manufacturing and engineering, extraction, refining, generation, sale and distribution. 

Ultimately it's about getting energy to where it is needed and in the right form, either underground or over-ground, maintaining equipment and supporting customers as well as the design and manufacture of equipment that extracts energy sources, generating electricity within power stations and engineering the future's renewable power solutions.

Take a look at the various links and job roles below to see what could be in store for you. 

  • Proposed nuclear power station Sizewell C may provide up to 3,600 construction roles, 1,500 management and a further 550 support roles during the construction phase
  • The New Anglia LEP predicts Norfolk and Suffolk have the potential to benefit from an additional 6,150 full time well-paid skilled Offshore Wind jobs by 2032
  • The East of England is the second largest centre for energy in the UK which includes oil and gas, offshore and onshore wind energy, solar, nuclear and biomass-fired power generation
Useful subjects:

Business studies • Chemistry • Design & Technology • English • Maths • ICT • Languages • Physics • Science

Jobs ideas for this industry:

Chemical Engineering Technician • Environmental Consultant • Geoscientist • Marine Biologist • Marketing Executive • Nuclear Engineer • Offshore Helideck Assistant • Welder • Wind Turbine Technician • Project Engineer (For more, check out the Job Areas below!)

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Explore this industry in detail through the job areas below which include detailed job ideas, local employers and opportunities. 

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Gas Safe Engineer - Center Parcs
Closing Date:
19th March 2024
Salary:
£35,800 per year
Location:
Elveden, Suffolk
Employer description From fixing faults to replacing items, joining our Technical Services team means you can be a superhero for families during their break. The dedicated team provide a speedy response to any service breakdown while delivering excellent care,...
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An introduction to Apprenticeships Suffolk
We work with aspiring apprentices (anyone 16+) who are ready to take their next step and explore the apprenticeship route whist supporting both the employer and apprentice throughout their journey. We support employers in Suffolk who want to find out more and...
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Control Panel Beater Apprentice - MD Controls
Closing Date:
31st March 2024
Salary:
£6.40 per hour
Location:
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Employer description MDC was formed in 2001 and is a leading provider of intelligent control systems focusing on three main areas: Fire and Gas Detection Industrial and Process Control Building Management Systems We have extensive experience working with blue...
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We've moved!
After 15 years spent growing the business from our old offices, we have moved in to new premises at St Michaels House in Diss. Although we will miss the old place, we're enjoying having a bit more room to continue the growth of both our company and support for...
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Did you know? (Small Change Grant)
The Mason Trust's 'Small Change' Grant provides small sums of money to help young people in Norfolk and Suffolk take that next step through education, training, work or along their chosen career path. This limited fund is designed to quickly make a differenc...
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The Mason Trust has moved!
We're excited to now be working from our new offices on Sawmills Road in Diss.
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