Jobs of the future: Are robots coming for your job?
A new study by electrical supplier, ElectricalDirect, reveals the UK jobs most likely to be replaced by robots over the coming years as a result of the rise of Artificial Intelligence and automation. By analysing 20 million jobs from around the country, ElectricalDirect discovered which roles are most likely automated based on whether they contained […]
Travis Perkins relocates to Minworth, creating 10 new jobs in boost for area
Travis Perkins is set to relocate from its existing site at Goosemoor Lane, Erdington to a bigger location at Forge Lane, Minworth and is set to open to customers from 1st September. As part of the relocation, Travis Perkins is recruiting for ten new roles, in addition to transferring 13 colleagues to the new site. The […]
ESP invests in warehouse and operations to meet demand
ESP has been experiencing a strong sales demand across all of its product ranges – CCTV, access control, fire protection, emergency lighting and the Sangamo heating and timer controls. As the company continues to grow, this has led to the investment in the operational aspects of the business to ensure that demand is met and […]
Demonstrate your skills digitally with new CPD capture system
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme has announced the launch of a new Continued Professional Development (CPD) digital system, which it believes will play a key role in helping better identify and monitor ongoing competence standards throughout the industry. The new system is expected to go live in July 2021 and there will be further updates on […]
SECTT highlights the importance of apprenticeships
The Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust marked its recent AGM with a new team at the top and a ringing affirmation of the vital importance of apprenticeships to the future of the electrical contracting industry in Scotland. The annual meeting of the proactive training provider elected Scott Foley, Regional Officer at Unite the Union, as […]
Independent connections provider expands team despite COVID-19
Worcestershire-based Independent Connections Provider, Rock Power Connections, has expanded its team with the appointment of nine new staff members, following an increase in demand for its services. The business recently secured a new three-year contract with Western Power Distribution [WPD], building on the major project frameworks which the team have worked on over the past six years. This, […]
Industry leader David Lewis becomes ECA President
The new President of ECA, the UK’s leading engineering services trade association, is business owner and electrical engineer, David Lewis. David joined his father’s electrical contracting business in 1981 as an apprentice, while studying at Walsall College. In 1992, after several years as a fully qualified electrician on the tools, David and his father Brian […]
Woodward Group signs off strong Q1 with industry specialist hire
In the wake of sustained growth in new projects won, Midlands based mechanical and electrical contractors Woodward Group has bolstered its growing leadership team with an experienced new hire. Chris Henderson has joined the company’s senior team as purchasing manager and will be responsible for the management and negotiation of the supply of materials and […]
Growing importance of efficient building management promises
A diverse, stimulating and profitable career is the potential reward for anybody looking to pursue one of the many professions available in the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) industry, according to the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), which has made 2021 its “Year of Training”. BCIA President Terry Sharp, says, “Whenever an impressive new building […]
Expert joins Niglon as product manager
An electrical product expert with decades of experience has joined the Niglon team. Chris Mottram is the company’s new Product Manager and will have oversight of new products introduced, as well as existing ranges. He started his career with Tenby Electrical – which was later acquired by Legrand – mixing hands-on experience in the design […]