Sparks' Remarks

Professor Sean Smith, Edinburgh University’s Director of the Centre for
Future Infrastructure at the Edinburgh Futures Institute and Chair of Future
Construction in the School of Engineering, forecasts huge growth in the electrical sector.

Listen as he discusses the opportunity to double the work force en route to achieveing Net Zero targets.

Electricity is the one thing a DIY enthusiast should leave well alone.

Three electricians share their horror stories - and a few lighter moments - on the latest podcast episode from SELECT

For decades now, SELECT has been campaigning for the protection of the title for "electrician".

At present, anyone can call themselves an electrician, while other professions like street sweepers and farriers insist on a register and strict regulation of who can use the title.

The campaign has gathered a massive groundswell of support, with leading organisations and politicians now backing our crusade for a safer Scotland.

Listen as managing director Alan Wilson discusses the need for better protection and a cross-section of experienced MSPs explain why they agree.

Recorded at the SELECT Toolbox Talk in Glasgow, contractors deliver gossip and grumbles about the current state of the electrical industry, giving their views on everything from recruitment and renewables to cashflow and caramel wafers.

Lecturer Andrew McIntosh, from UHI Inverness, discusses using modern technology and media like podcasts to engage the apprentices. Ryan Murray also joins to give the apprentices' view.

Journalist Kim McAllister and SECTT Training and Development Manager Barrie McKay chat to both to undertand how apprenticeship training has evolved.

Electrical apprenticeships in Scotland are managed by The Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) on behalf of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB).

Many thanks to SECTT and SELECT, the trade association for the Scottish electrotechnical industry, for supporting this podcast.

www.sectt.org.uk
www.select.org.uk

What do the bosses think of the apprentices?

Journalist Kim McAllister and SECTT Training and Development Manager Barrie McKay chat to employer Mike Stark and apprentice Joshua Jones from OCS to find out how the relationship works and how the other three parts of the tag team – SECTT, the college and the training officer – fit in.

Electrical apprenticeships in Scotland are managed by The Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) on behalf of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB).

Many thanks to SECTT and SELECT, the trade association for the Scottish electrotechnical industry, for supporting this podcast.

www.sectt.org.uk
www.select.org.uk

What's it like to be an apprentice electrician?

Journalist Kim McAllister and SECTT Training and Development Manager Barrie McKay chat to five apprentices who have just finished their first year.

Electrical apprenticeships in Scotland are managed by The Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) on behalf of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB). 

Many thanks to SECTT and SELECT, the trade association for the Scottish electrotechnical industry, for supporting this podcast.

www.sectt.org.uk
www.select.org.uk

What's it like to be an apprentice electrician?

Journalist Kim McAllister and SECTT Training and Development Manager Barrie McKay chat to five apprentices half-way through their first year, trying to learn everything from time management and tech to self-confidence and science as they work in the electrical trade and attend West Lothian College.

Electrical apprenticeships in Scotland are managed by The Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) on behalf of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB). 

Many thanks to SECTT and SELECT, the trade association for the Scottish electrotechnical industry, for supporting this podcast.

www.sectt.org.uk
www.select.org.uk