FOI figures show energy firms casting the net far and wide to plug skills gaps
Energy companies are looking further afield to plug their skills gaps as the industry grapples with a tight resource pool.
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Network to smooth energy switch from military
An ex-Army officer has launched a pioneering north-east initiative aimed at smoothing the path for former military personnel looking to transfer their skills into the energy industry.
New offshore technicians training programme paying off
Oil and gas industry skills body Opito said today its first transition training programme of this year is under way - and all nine attending have already found new jobs.
Diving centre’s training cash boost
A Highland subsea diver training facility has received a £130,000 grant to train commercial divers.
Cash powers bid for skills academy
The Scottish Government plans to invest £3.25million in an "academy" to train workers in the energy sector.
PSN unit still facing delays on Oman project
Energy service business Wood Group said yesterday it expected to deliver growth this year but the unit it created after buying PSN still faced delays on a major Middle East project.
Skilled workers still in demand
With new projects coming on stream and platforms like Kittiwake producing oil and gas for years longer than expected, the offshore industry needs new skilled workers now more than ever.
Check out the opportunities down under
If the recent good weather has left you thinking about a move abroad, a trip to the Energy, Mining & Engineering International Jobs Expo in Aberdeen next week could be worthwhile.
Subocean continues to thrive with major new contract wins
SUBOCEAN Group is doubling the size of its premises as staff numbers hit 175.
Weatherford ploughing further £11m into north-east operations
Energy service giant Weatherford unveiled plans yesterday to invest £11million in its technology and training centre at Bridge of Don, in Aberdeen.