People with Energy’s primary purpose is to place workers in the best energy sector jobs globally. Our connections provide a range of opportunities for professionals to work all over the world. If your career goals include international travel and cross-cultural collaboration on global projects and networks, here are some of the key opportunities available from working in the energy industry:

International Travel: Energy companies often have operations in multiple countries, and working in the industry provides a great opportunity for international travel. This might include visiting different project sites, engaging with customers or suppliers from other parts of the world, or attending industry conferences or events in other countries.

Cross-Cultural Collaboration: One of the delights of working in a global industry is the chance to collaborate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. This can provide opportunities to learn from others, develop your cross-cultural skills, and gain exposure to alternative ways of conducting business.

Global Projects: The development of new power plants, the installation of renewable energy systems, and the construction of pipelines and other infrastructure are often huge projects that draw upon a global workforce. The expertise of professionals from different countries is required to ensure that these large-scale initiatives are delivered on time and to budget.

International Networks: Working in the energy industry, you’ll have access to a global network of engineers, project managers, and executives. The chance to connect with other professionals from around the world, share knowledge and best practices, and build a global network of contacts is invaluable.

International Business: Larger energy companies will have a global footprint and operate in multiple territories. If you seek it out, you will have the opportunity to work in different regions, gain exposure to different markets, and develop an understanding of global business practices.

Renewable Energy: The transition to renewable energy sources is a global initiative that is rapidly accelerating. When you work on these projects, you are having a positive impact on the planet and helping to address climate change.

Energy Security: This is a critical issue for countries around the world, laid bare by the recent shortage of gas in Europe caused by the war in Ukraine. Working in the global energy industry provides opportunities to help ensure energy security through the development of new sources of energy and the optimisation of existing energy infrastructure.

The energy industry offers an exciting and dynamic career path for those who are interested in working on a global scale. With the world increasingly focused on sustainability and renewable energy, the energy industry will continue to offer exciting opportunities for years to come. If you are looking for a position in the industry, get in touch with our team of consultants or browse our jobs listings. Give our office a call on +44 (0) 1502 564892 or email your CV to cvs@peoplewithenergy.co.uk