Benefits of working in the green sector
Working in the green sector can be very rewarding and there are many benefits.
Some of the benefits include:
- protecting and restoring the environment
- having a positive impact on local communities
- having the opportunity to learn new skills and gain new qualifications
- many of the jobs are good secure jobs with good pay and progression routes
- strengthening your CV as green skills can be easily transferred across different jobs and careers
- being able to enter some green jobs at entry level
Job opportunities in the green sector
Biffa
HGV Technician
Academy Training Manager
Balfour Beatty
Environmental Sustainability Manager
Crawler Crane Operator
See other vacancies with Balfour Beatty
Manchester City Council
Resources and Programmes Assistant
AMEY
Ecologist
Landscape Architect
See other vacancies with AMEY
Mattinson
Health & Safety Consultant
Carbon Manager
The Environment Partnership
Landscape and Environmental Consultant
This is a selection of the Green jobs available in Manchester. You can find other jobs by looking on the Government's find a job website, and keep your eye out in this weekly Work and Skills Bulletin.
Green Careers Case Studies
This collection of videos gives students and young people a view into the different types of green careers available. A mixture of case studies and industrial context, this collection covers careers from across the STEM subjects.
British Beauty Council Future Talent Programme - sustainability
Becoming an ecologist
Temperate horticultural curator
Entomologist
Career Clips: Solar Energy Researcher
Skills and training into work in the green sector
Skills Bootcamps offer free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks giving people the opportunity to build up sector specific skills. You'll be offered a job interview once you complete the course
GC Education and Skills
Free Skills Bootcamp in Green Technology!
They can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to kickstart your career in this emerging industry and fast-track to a guaranteed interview with a local employer.
"The Green Skills Academy is here"
The Academy houses the latest green technology equipment in order for businesses and individuals to gain the knowledge and skills which place Greater Manchester at the forefront of emerging technologies.
Find out more on this video about and register your interest in the Green Skills Academy
Groundwork Greater Manchester are running a number of employment courses relating to green careers. Find out more about Groundwork Projects
Rochdale Training
Skills Bootcamp in Engineering Maintenance
This course is for anyone looking to get into maintenance roles with a key focus on either mechanical or electrical. This practical course will offer learners the opportunity to learn about the different aspects of maintenance. It will include advanced fault finding, the maintenance of gears and valves together with a review of efficiency benefits to employers.
Skills Bootcamp in Wielding
Participants will learn the skills needed to prepare for the exciting world of the welding industry. This will enable learners to develop the relevant skills, behaviours, knowledge, and health and safety awareness training required for working in the welding sector. Key topics will include, interpreting engineering information, handling materials, material preparation, shaping components using hand tools, metal fabrication techniques and basic welding processes.
Mantra Learning
Skills Bootcamp in Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Skills
The Electric vehicle Maintenance bootcamp designed to upskill mechanics in the field of Electric Vehicle (EV) maintenance and repair. This comprehensive program includes IMI Level 2, 3, and 4 qualifications, enabling participants to diagnose and repair faults in electric vehicles. By completing this bootcamp, mechanics will also attain the prestigious TechSafe registration, demonstrating their expertise in EV maintenance and ensuring they meet industry standards. This bootcamp is up to 16-weeks in duration.
When we hear of any future opportunities, they will be included in our weekly Work and Skills Bulletin.
You can also search on the government site: find a course to get a qualification. You might be able to get a free qualification if you're eligible.
Green Careers Week Events
Event for Students
Do you want to learn more about Green Careers?
During Green Careers Week (6 to 10 November 2023) Equans are hosting a number of webinars where you will gain insight into Green Careers within the Construction industry.
Delivered by Environmental Manager, Alex Falconer, the webinars will provide an overview of the UK’s net zero strategy, how the construction Industry will support the achievement of Net Zero and how Equans are approaching this, as well as looking at green skills, routes into the industry and green jobs within the sector.
Webinars will take place on:
Monday 6 November at 10am
Wednesday 8 November at 1pm
North West Net Zero Youth Conference 2023
Join like minded young people to debate how we can help push the North West to achieve Net Zero by 2030. Planned and delivered by young people from across the North West to take action on the climate crisis, join our youth led discussions and interactive workshops to share ideas on:
- Energy
- Green Jobs and Economy
- Transport
- Green Spaces
Your thoughts and ideas will be presented back to Local Authorities in the region outlining our vision for climate action.
Find out more and register your interest.
Green Careers Hub Webinars
Sustainability in your future role; an introduction to green careers
Tuesday 7 November 2023 online: 9:00am to 9:50 am
A day in the life of an environmental apprentice
Thursday 9 November 2023 Online: 10:00am to 10:45am
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