What impact could you make?
The future of this industry is vibrant! We’re looking at 21,000 new jobs by 2050.LauraPeople and Organisational Development Director
Energy at a glance
The energy industry is embracing renewable energy sources and digital technologies. This'll make sure the industry has a positive impact on the environment.
Employment
In 2024, there were 88,900 people working in the energy sector across Scotland.
Future demand
Offshore wind in Scotland will be significant. Between 2024 and 2029 it's estimated that the workforce in this sector will grow from around 9,000 to over 40,000.
Job diversity
There's a huge variety of jobs in this industry, including: offshore technicians, marine ecologists, environmental consultants, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) drivers and electronics engineers.
Career insights from energy professionals
Bring some energy to Scotland's green future
We’ve pulled out some popular energy jobs for you to explore.
Renewable energy consultant
Consents manager
Big data engineer
Technical surveyor
Electrical engineer
Building surveyor
Oceanographer
ROV pilot technician
Things you may not know about energy
A project in Midlothian will use waste heat, from sources such as waste plants and mine workings, to help heat more than 30,000 households.
Source: Energy Digital
The largest floating offshore wind farm in Scotland is also currently the world’s largest grid-connected floating offshore wind farm. Kincardine Offshore Wind Farm lies 15km off the coast of Aberdeenshire.
Source: Flotation Energy
Renewable energy is Scotland’s main source of electricity and is playing a key role in tackling climate change.
Source: Scottish Renewables
What subjects you could take in school
We've pulled together some examples of subjects and Foundation Apprenticeships (FAs) that could be useful for getting into an energy career.
science
maths
Engineering FA
graphic communications
design and manufacture
geography
physics
Scientific Technologies FA
environmental science
Get into energy
Dive into these resources that tell you more about working in energy – and see how you could make an impact.
Career Opportunities in Scotland across Offshore Wind
A unique resource to help you understand and make the most of offshore wind job opportunities in Scotland. Packed with information about projects, job profiles and training.
Scottish Renewables
Scottish Renewables is the voice of our renewable energy industry. Their vision is for Scotland to become a world leader in renewable energy.
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Energy and Utility Skills
Energy and Utility Skills brings together industry leaders to address skills challenges the sector faces.
Visit Energy and Utility Skills
Energy Skills Partnership
Energy Skills Partnership (ESP) works with Scotland’s colleges and industry partners to improve skills within the nation's workforce.
Visit Energy Skills Partnership
My Energy Future
Help shape the future of energy. Explore energy careers, hear from energy influencers, discover useful resources and more.
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