New academy offers utilities employees digital training
8 Feb 2023
UK Power Networks has launched a new Digital Academy for the utilities sector offering up to 400 spaces over five years for employees on 20 new apprenticeship courses focused on digital and technology skills.
In-house trainers will work with two experienced training providers, on programmes ranging from Apprenticeship Level 3 for business analysts, to the Master’s equivalent Level 7 for cyber security
Workforce development and partnership lead Liz Nash said: “This is a great opportunity for us to meet our business’ needs for the future, expand current job portfolios and attract new talent from diverse backgrounds. This diversified apprenticeship programme is a key result of our Levelling Up work. The idea is the broader the range of apprenticeships offered, the broader the range of applicants we could attract.
“Our training strategy has a new, strong focus on digital skills to help ensure our employees are kept highly trained and have the skills to fulfil their roles and provide the best possible service to our customers. We see personal skills development as an important motivational factor for our staff.”
