Utilities Careers for Young People
Jobs, Skills & Pathways in Essex, Hertfordshire & Suffolk
Ready for powering homes and communities in the utilities industry?
The utilities industry keeps everything running; providing electricity, water, and gas to homes and businesses. If you like practical work, enjoy solving technical challenges, or want to support your community, utilities offer stable and rewarding careers for young people.
What kind of people thrive in the utilities industry?
Utilities careers are a great fit for dependable, safety-conscious, and practical individuals who want to keep essential services running. People who thrive here are hands-on, enjoy technical challenges, and care about supporting their community. If you’re a team player, good at solving problems, or interested in sustainability and new technology, you’ll find your skills valued. The sector welcomes those who are adaptable, reliable, and ready to power, supply, and sustain the places where we live and work.
Hands-On Workers
Enjoy fixing, maintaining, or installing essential services.
Problem-Solvers
Like troubleshooting and making sure things work smoothly.
Safety-Conscious Individuals
Safety is always a top priority in utilities.
Team Players
Utilities depend on teams working together in the field and behind the scenes.
Key insights you should know if you’re interested in the utilities industry
If you’re a young person considering a freelance career, here are 3 key things to know…
Growth potential
The sector is modernising with smart grids, renewable energy, and water conservation. There’s demand for engineers, technicians, customer service, and planners.
Pathways in Essex, Hertfordshire, and Suffolk
Local providers and infrastructure companies regularly hire young people for apprenticeships and entry-level jobs.
Average earning potential
Entry-level utilities roles start at £21,000–£27,000, with experienced engineers and managers earning £30,000–£50,000+.
How to start your utilities career
Not sure where to begin? Take our strengths-first matching quiz to discover utilities roles that fit you, or browse our job board for entry-level jobs in Essex, Hertfordshire, and Suffolk. Many employers offer apprenticeships and on-the-job training.
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Let’s grow together
If you want a career that’s essential, reliable, and supports everyday life, utilities could be your perfect fit. Whether you’re passionate about technology, sustainability, or helping keep communities running, there’s a place for you to thrive. Ready to power your future? Explore your potential in utilities today!
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What jobs are available for young people in utilities?
Technician, electrician, plumber, engineer, customer service, meter reader, planner, and more.
Do I need a degree to work in utilities?
No, many roles are open to school leavers and apprentices.
What skills help you succeed in utilities careers?
Technical ability, teamwork, safety awareness, and problem-solving.
Are there entry-level utilities jobs in Essex, Hertfordshire, or Suffolk?
Yes, local providers regularly hire young people.