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The Utilities sector encompasses a range of services that are critical for our everyday lives, ensuring all of our buildings – from homes to businesses, and schools to hospitals - remain comfortable and functional.
The four main utilities are power and electricity, water and wastewater, oil and gas, and internet connectivity. Jobs within the Utilities sector range from very hands-on positions, such as an Installation Engineer, to more technical or office-based roles like Project Manager or Customer Support. The variety of roles available within the sector means there is something for everyone, and the sector is so critical to the functioning of society, that jobs in utilities offer good future prospects and job security.
Key facts
- NI Water is the sole provider of water and wastewater services in NI, supplying over 840,000 houses and businesses with 560 million litres of clean water, and transferring and treating over 340 million litres of wastewater from the sewage system, every day.
- NIE Networks is responsible for the electricity transmission and distribution network in Northern Ireland, serving over 900,000 homes, farms, and businesses by keeping them connected to the electricity network.
- Over two-thirds of homes in NI use oil for heat. Natural gas became available in NI in 1996 and there are now over 195,000 homes and 12,500 businesses with a gas supply.
- In NI, over 80% of the population has access to the internet, with 9 in 10 people having an internet connection at home.
Skills & Attributes
As well as qualifications and experience, there’s a range of skills and attributes employers look for in their employees. These skills can help you succeed in many careers, but these are particularly useful for this sector:
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Creative & Innovative Thinking
- Adaptable & Flexible
- Analytical Thinking
- Technical Skills
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Communication Skills
Utilities Employers
