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Today marks the start of National Green Careers week and a good time for us to tell you about jobs and training opportunities in the green economy.

Manchester is on a journey to be an inclusive zero carbon city with an ambitious target to become zero carbon by 2038, and we want you to be part of it.

Read more about Zero Carbon Manchester

To achieve this, we urgently need to transition to a low carbon economy.

All jobs in the future will need to be green jobs to meet environmental targets. We need to develop the ‘green skills’ the city needs to deliver the projects and programmes planned. If you are unfamiliar with some of the terminology you can read our glossary of green economy terms.

You can find information on our Green Skills and Careers webpages

Benefits of working in the green sector

The green sector offers rewarding career opportunities that help build a more sustainable future. Benefits include:

Green Careers Week 2026 Resources

Skills and training into work in the green sector

How do you Rise?

To access the courses Go to Rise home | Rise  and click ‘log in’ on the top right then scroll down to ‘create a new account’ Fill in your details and to confirm go to the link in your email to confirm the account.

Once complete search ‘UNESCO’ in the search bar  and click on ‘UNESCO City of LifeLong Learning’  you can then search and access the courses you are interested in.

The Growth Company 

CSCS and Green Technologies
Location: Various locations in Greater Manchester

This course is designed for individuals looking to start a career in the construction sector, with a strong focus on sustainability and future ready skills. Learners will gain a solid understanding of key green technologies including retrofit, solar, and wind energy, alongside essential knowledge in health and safety, customer service and site readiness. This is an ideal starting point for anyone looking to enter the sector with a strong foundation in both traditional and sustainable construction practices.
Apply here: CSCS and Green Technologies

Greater Manchester SkillCentre- Trafford Park
The Greater Manchester SkillCentre offers practical, career‑focused training for young people aged 16–18, adults and apprentices. Whether you are taking your first steps after school, upskilling as an adult, or developing your career through an apprenticeship, our industry‑standard facilities and expert tutors help you build real skills for real jobs.
Visit to find out more: Greater Manchester SkillCentre - Trafford Park

Mantra Learning

Automotive Courses IMI EV/ Hybrid Vehicle Training.

Designed for technicians who maintain, service and repair hybrid or electric vehicles. It contains the knowledge required to work safely around a vehicle’s hybrid system.

*To qualify for this course learners must have a Level 3 in Light Motor Vehicle or 3 years of relevant experience

Find out more here: Mantra Learning Hybrid-Electric Vehicle 

Leep Training

Get started and upskill in Renewable Energy

Renewable energy is one of the fastest-growing and most future-proof industries in the UK. Several factors make it an attractive field for early-career and experienced professionals alike. We can help kickstart your career in this industry, even if you have no prior experience.

• Entry-level and advanced learning programmes available 

• Industry recognised qualifications

• Short courses, skills bootcamps and apprenticeships
  
  Browse all related courses: Renewable Energy Training Courses

Skills Bootcamp Level 2 Diploma in Smart Meter Engineering

This Smart Metering Skills Bootcamp is designed to teach you how to install, maintain and service smart meters in domestic properties. It’s also funded by the

Government’s Skills for Life guarantee and is eligible for adults aged 19+ who are looking to update or build their skills in Smart Metering.

• Level 2 Diploma in Smart Meter Engineering
• Complete in 16 weeks
• Fully funded for learners

Apply here: Skills Bootcamp Smart Metering Bootcamp course information

Dual Fuel Smart Metering Apprenticeship

Become a qualified Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer in just 8 months with the Level 2 Apprenticeship. Gain industry-recognised qualifications, practical experience and career progression opportunities.

Apply here: Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer Apprenticeship

Air Source Heat Pump Training

This Air Source Skills Bootcamp is designed to teach you how to install, maintain and service air source heat pumps in domestic properties. It’s also funded by the Government’s Skills for Life guarantee and is eligible for adults aged 19+ who are looking to update or build their skills in heat pump installation.

Apply here: Air Source Heat Pumps Skills Bootcamp

Green Smart Systems Technician Skills Bootcamp

As smart technology plays an increasingly important role in creating more connected and sustainable homes, workplaces and communities, there is growing demand for people with practical smart systems skills.

This fully funded Skills Bootcamp gives you the opportunity to develop practical knowledge of smart technologies, networking, IoT and connected systems. No previous experience is required, just an interest in technology and a desire to develop skills for a career in the industry.

Apply here: Green Smart Systems Technician Skills Bootcamp

UK Skills Academy

UK Skills Academy provides training, apprenticeships, and workforce development across digital, construction, low carbon, and business sectors. The organisation supports employers in developing skilled, compliant, and future-ready workforces through accredited training, qualifications, and apprenticeship programmes. Its specialist low carbon training is delivered through the Low Carbon Academy division

Find out more here: UK Skills Academy

Green Programmes for Young People

Green Buzz 
Green Buzz is designed to help young people explore green careers that match their personality strengths.

The Green Buzz Quiz has been developed by Careers Adviser and author David Hodgson with NCW and Green Careers Week sponsors.

Learners self-identify preferences across four different parts of their personality — there are no wrong answers! It’s not a test, but a way to:

🌱 Build self-awareness
🌱 Start conversations with teachers, advisers, or family about future options
🌱 Make more informed choices about learning and work

Take the quiz here: The Green Buzz Quiz

Groundwork Greater Manchester
Groundwork deliver programmes with schools, colleges, councils and employers to support people into training and work and open up routes into the green economy.

The organisation has a vision of a green, fair and strong future for all people, communities and places across Greater Manchester.

• Free support to help people build skills, gain confidence and find work.
• Access employment advice, training and local job opportunities.
• Specialist support is available for young people and those with health conditions or disabilities.
• Explore Green Jobs Pathway Guides and other career resources
  
  Find out more: Groundwork GM 

Catch 22

Energise: Powering Lasting Careers 
Energise is a free programme helping people aged 18+ who face barriers to work into entry-level jobs and apprenticeships in the energy transition sector. Delivered by Catch22 in partnership with Shell UK, it provides personalised career coaching, skills development and ongoing support to help participants build long-term careers in clean energy and contribute to the UK's net zero ambitions.

To find out more and to apply visit: Catch 22 Energise programme

GMACS

The Greater Manchester Apprenticeship and Careers Service has lots of information for young people. 

There are lots of job opportunities within the Green Industries sector. The jobs themselves are extremely varied, covering everything from biologists and scientists to electricians. Working in this sector, you’ll be focusing on things like improving the energy efficiency of homes, developing low carbon transport, creating clean energy locally, increasing biodiversity and protecting nature. In time, all jobs will be “green jobs”, with some element of sustainability or environmentalism included.

For further information and to explore the green sector visit: Green Industries - GMACS

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. 

Green Jobs for Nature

Green Jobs for Nature is all about making careers geared towards restoring and replenishing our natural environment more visible and achievable for all those thinking about their future work. In a Green Job for Nature, you could work in a variety of roles, which could include desk-based work, be primarily outdoor-based, or have a mixture of the two. You could work in a variety of employment sectors to benefit nature.

There are a series of online events with booking links that we will be taking place throughout Green Careers Week.

Visit: Green Careers Week Festival 2026 - Green Jobs for Nature

Graduate opportunities 

Arcadis 

Graduate Project Manager

Arcadis  deliver sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. The two-year Graduate GROW Programme supports your transition from student to professional, sitting along client work and real projects from day one. Each graduate’s journey is unique, shaped by their chosen specialism and the variety of projects they contribute to. You will build your technical expertise by contributing to meaningful client engagements and project work, whilst business acumen and professional skills will be developed through centrally delivered graduate cohort training.
Application Closing Date: 6th November 2026
Apply here: Careers at Arcadis | Arcadis

Balfour Beatty

From graduate schemes to apprenticeships you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience with industry-leading training and support from our experts

Apply here:Early Careers

Network Rail

Opportunities for Graduates, Undergraduates and school leavers including Apprenticeships.

For more information visit: Early Careers - Home - Network Rails Early Careers

Case Studies

Get Inspired by real businesses making a difference

Green Economy is a social enterprise supporting businesses across the UK to cut carbon, reduce costs and drive business growth.Their case studies  highlight the amazing innovation at the root of the net zero transition, showcasing some of the collaborations delivering impacts and highlight the people developing net zero products and services across a range of sectors.

View case studies here: Green Economy Case Studies

STEM Learning 

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

For more STEM Learning resources visit: STEM Learning

Job opportunities in the green sector

Green Jobs in the Waste Industry 

Training Supervisor

You will carry out training for drivers, loaders, operatives and supervisors at Biffa’s recycling and waste management contracts in Manchester, ensuring that employees are fully equipped to carry out their roles.

Apply here: Training Supervisor (LGV Driver & Frontline Trainer) - Biffa Waste Services

Transfer Station Manager – Irlam Transfer Station

We’re looking for an experienced Transfer Station Manager to lead our Manchester operation, ensuring the site is safe, compliant, efficient and delivering excellent service to our customers.

Apply here: Transfer Station Manager - Biffa Waste Services

Kenny Waste Management

Bin Truck Driver Class 2

Kenny Waste Management are recruiting for a full-time, Class 2 bin truck driver, with the option for Professional Development for the right candidate.

Apply here: Bin Truck Driver Class 2 - Kenny Waste Management

R4GM - Recycle for Greater Manchester

Education & Behavioural Change Manager

Currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Education & Behavioural Change Manager to lead the Recycle for Greater Manchester education team and help residents understand how to reduce waste, reuse more and recycle correctly.

You will lead the development and delivery of an engaging education programme for schools, community groups, students and professional audiences. This includes tours of operational facilities such as the Materials Recovery Facility, Renew Hub and solar farm, alongside outreach sessions across Greater Manchester.

Apply here: Jobs | Recycle for Greater Manchester

Transport careers opportunities

Transport for Greater Manchester - TFGM 

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is at the heart of creating a cleaner, greener, and more connected city. As the region’s transport authority, TfGM supports sustainable travel, reduces carbon emissions, and improves public infrastructure to benefit both people and the planet.

Learning and Development Partner
As a Learning and Development Partner, you’ll diagnose learning and capability needs, shape demand, and design, commission, deliver, and evaluate learning solutions. You’ll work closely with managers, HR Business Partners, Organisational Development colleagues, and other People specialists, using evidence and insight to improve capability, performance, and colleague experience.

Closing date: 8 November 2026
Salary: £43,335 - £48,087
Apply here: Learning and Development Partner — greater.jobs Manchester

Head of NPR - High Speed Development
You will provide strategic leadership for TfGM’s work on Northern Powerhouse Rail and high-speed connectivity, helping to develop an integrated approach across rail, road, bus, and tram. You will shape strategies, business cases, funding submissions, and delivery priorities, working closely with the Department for Transport, HM Treasury, local authorities, transport partners, and other government bodies. 

Closing date: 11 November 2026 
Apply here: Head of NPR - High Speed Development — greater.jobs Manchester

Metroline Manchester

Dayshift Vehicle Technician
As an integral member of the Metroline Manchester Engineering Team you will be reporting to the Engineering Manager and collaborating with other mechanics and engineering specialists across the business. The primary responsibility as a Day Shift Vehicle Technician / Mechanic is to inspect, diagnose and maintain vehicles to the highest standard to achieve maximum vehicle availability. As a Day Shift Vehicle Technician / Mechanic you are responsible for working in a safe manner as stated in current legislation and ELBG policies and procedures.

Salary £41,871.44 – £46,613.84
Apply here: Dayshift Vehicle Technician - Metroline

Bus Driver / PCV Driver
Location: Sharston Depot
Our drivers are at the heart of the communities we serve—getting customers safely to the places and people that matter most, while delivering an enjoyable and reliable journey every time.
Hours and pay:

Pay: £19.07 p/h (Mon-Fri) £21.31 p/h (Sat-Sun)
Part time Weekends only (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
5 days over 7 (Mixture of early/ mid/ late shift, Split Shifts and Weekends)
Apply here: Bus Driver / PCV Driver - Metroline

Bus Driver / PCV Driver
Location: Hyde Road Depot 
Our drivers are at the heart of the communities we serve—getting customers safely to the places and people that matter most, while delivering an enjoyable and reliable journey every time.

Hours and pay:
Pay: £19.07 p/h (Mon-Fri), £21.31 p/h (Sat-Sun)
5 days over 7 (Mixture of early/ mid/ late shift, Split Shifts and Weekends
Apply here: Bus Driver / PCV Driver - Metroline

Network Rail

Building a Simpler, Better, Greener Railway

Network Rail owns, operates, and develops the railway infrastructure across England, Scotland, and Wales , including 20,000 miles of track and over 30,000 bridges, tunnels, and stations. Their mission is to connect people and goods safely and efficiently, while supporting the UK’s economic growth and environmental goals.

With a vision to deliver a simpler, better, greener railway, Network Rail is investing in cleaner technologies, reducing its carbon footprint, and encouraging more people to choose rail, the most sustainable form of mass transport. Careers at Network Rail offer the chance to contribute to national infrastructure, community regeneration, and climate-conscious innovation.

It find all off the amazing opportunities this compony has to offer visit: Careers - Network Rail

Northern

Assistant Finance Manager
As an Assistant Finance Manager at Northern, you’ll turn financial information into something people across the business can really use. Working alongside their Senior Finance Business Partner and wider Finance team, you’ll help the teams you support understand their performance, plan ahead and make informed decisions that get the most from every pound they spend.
Salary: £40,000
Closing Date: 5 November 2026 
Apply here: Assistant Finance Manager 

Balfour Beatty 

Site Setup Coordinator- Manchester 
Balfour Beatty is looking for a proactive and organised Site Setup Coordinator to join our Asset & Technology Solutions team. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the mobilisation and demobilisation of construction sites across the UK.

For full details and to apply visit: Site Setup Coordinator - Manchester

Supply Chain Manager - Major Projects - Manchester

As Supply Chain Manager will play a pivotal role in enabling successful work
winning and project delivery across Major Projects by leading strategic supply chain engagement and market-facing activities. You will be working within a cross-functional environment, the role ensures early alignment of supply chain capability with bid objectives, client expectations, and commercial targets.

For full details and to apply visit: Supply Chain Manager - Major Projects

Jobs in the Energy Sector

Equans
Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 12,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. 

Mobile Service BMS Engineer
As a Mobile BMS Service Engineer, you will manage a variety of essential planned and reactive tasks across our diverse portfolio, Schools, Hospitals, Offices, Business Parks and Government Buildings.

Apply here: Mobile Service BMS Engineer

Marketing Manager (10 Month Fixed Term Contract)
Equans Sci-Tech are looking to recruit a Marketing Manager, to join our Marketing & Communications team based in Didsbury, Manchester on a 10-month fixed term basis. As a key member of a close-knit team, the Marketing Manager will lead strategic marketing initiatives that drive business growth, elevate brand presence and strengthen client engagement. The role is key to aligning marketing efforts with business goals, ensuring the delivery to high-quality campaigns and fostering strong client relationships. 
While the position is primarily based in Manchester, occasional travel to regional offices and project sites will be required.
Apply here: Marketing Manager

Project Buyer
Equans Sci-Tech and Equans Data Centers is looking to recruit a Project Buyer, to join the Procurement team based in Didsbury, Manchester. As a key member of a close-knit team, the Project Buyer will provide a comprehensive and expert procurement service to support the business, playing a pivotal role in developing innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable supply strategies that mitigate risk and deliver value. The role will also be instrumental in strengthening and expanding the supply chain to meet the demands of high-growth sectors, particularly within the UK Data Centre market.

While primarily based in Manchester, occasional travel to regional offices and project sites will be required.
Apply here: Project Buyer

Senior CAD/Revit Technician
Equans Sci-Tech is recruiting for a Senior CAD/Revit Technician to join the team based in Manchester/Motherwell.  The Senior CAD/Revit Technician will work on projects within the fields of Data Centres, Pharmaceutical / Clean Room Environments, Process Engineering & Industrial Works.

The successful Senior CAD/Revit Technician will produce and maintain building information models/drawings to assist in the overall design and construction process. Working with some of the industry’s most talented people, the Senior Technician will have skills in the design process and will work on exciting projects for the company.
Apply here: Senior CAD/Revit Technician

Mobile Electrician
EQUANS are recruiting for a Mobile Electrician to be based in Manchester.To carry out the duties as an Electrician in accordance with Statutory Regulations, Company policies and Procedures.  To assist the Team in producing a quality product meeting the requirements of the contract and in a safe manner.  Adhere to all requirements set by SHEQ team, policy, and strategy.
Apply here: Mobile Electrician

Executive Assistant
Equans Sci-Tech are seeking to appoint an Executive Assistant to join our team in Didsbury, Manchester.  The role is crucial in supporting our executive leadership team by providing efficient and timely support, whilst handling confidential information with discretion. Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives, including calendar management, travel arrangements and meeting coordination. 
Apply here: Executive Assistant

Technical Manager (Mechanical)
Equans is looking for an Technical Manager (Mechanical) to join our team in Manchester on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. As the Technical Services Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring continued absolute engineering compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. Working for a major UK facilities management provider, you will act as the technical authority on site alongside the maintenance provider, bridging the gap between maintenance operations and long-term asset lifecycle management.

Apply here: Technical Manager (Mechanical)

Electrical Estimator
As an integral member of the Estimating Team, the Electrical Estimator will be responsible for delivering accurate and high-quality trade pricing.  This role involves supporting the full tender lifecycle – from initial pre-qualification stage through the preparation, adjudication process to final submission – ensuring competitive and compliant proposals are developed in line with company standards.
Apply here: Electrical Estimator

Lead Technical Operative – Mechanical
The primary purpose of the role is to be the site lead on all aspects of the Building services systems at Manchester CJC, directly supervising the ongoing planned and reactive works across the site. To carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on a wide variety of Mechanical Buildings Services Engineering Assets, ensuring all activities are completed in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with the contracted output specifications and Equans processes and procedures. This includes Legionella control and monitoring activities.a

Apply here: Lead Technical Operative - Mechanical

Buyer
Equans Sci-Tech & Equans Data Centers is seeking a Buyer to join our growing Procurement team based in Didsbury, Manchester. You will be part of a close-knit group, delivering expert procurement services that power our growing business and shape innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable supply strategies.As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in developing our supply chain to meet the demands of high-growth sectors such as Data Centers and Pharmaceuticals.While primarily based in Manchester, occasional travel to regional offices and project sites will be required

Apply here: Buyer

Electrician
Recruiting  an Electrician (Multi Skilled) to be based in Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 37 hours per week.You will be the resident electrician based at the Town Hall Complex together with MCC buildings in the centre of Manchester within walking distance of the Town Hall.To carry out the duties as an Electrician in accordance with Statutory Regulations, Company policies and Procedures.  To assist the Team in producing a quality product meeting the requirements of the contract and in a safe manner.  Adhere to all requirements set by SHEQ team, policy, and strategy.
Apply here: Electrician (Multi Skilled)

Explore Net Zero Career Pathways 
Find out more about opportunities in the green economy, for every level of experience
visit: Explore Careers | Net Zero Careers | Find your Next Job

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