Category: Careers

“Today marks the start of National Apprenticeship Week. We recognise how important apprentices are to our business and the integral role they play in the development of our current and future workforce. I am proud to say that since becoming an approved apprenticeship provider we have enrolled over 70 colleagues onto apprentice programmes on a […]

In the last 12 months, I have gained more experience in Customer Service, skills and knowledge in how to handle customer complaints and developed further English skills in writing letters to customers. In the last 12 months I have learnt about several areas of our business from domestic deliveries to boiler servicing. This knowledge has […]

“I decided to apply for a management apprenticeship because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do. “I had more encouragement and focus to complete my apprenticeship because the programme was organised through Certas. “So far, I’ve learnt a lot in terms of different management styles, supporting learning and development, reviewing plans and the overall performance […]

“The idea of learning while working really appealed to me. I believe that the experience I’m gaining from being in a real working environment will benefit me in years to come. “My apprenticeship at Certas has given me the opportunity to experience what it’s like to work in an area I’m interested in. “So far […]

“The HR apprenticeship programme was right for me as I have always been a people person and I wanted to pursue a career in Human Resources. “I’ve learnt a lot in terms of managing absence, employment law and the whole recruitment process. “I would strongly suggest applying for an apprenticeship programme, especially within Certas, as […]

“I was already working in a customer facing role, but I wanted to develop my skills further, especially in a role where I would receive on the job training and support. “At the minute my main focus when I’m not working is saving up to buy a house. “So far, I’ve loved getting to grips […]

The management apprenticeship I’m currently doing has given me the information and ideas I need to progress myself. It has taught me how to adapt my management style, which I’m already putting into practice with my team. “The monthly training meetings I attend are really helpful and the feedback I receive from those sessions give […]

Safety features at the heart of everything we do whether this be at a depot, retail site, office location or customer premises our colleagues always strive to be safe and considerate – a core company value. To mark World Day For Safety And Health At Work on the 28th April I spoke to Ian Glasper, HSE […]

This week we spoke to Melissa Whyte, Transport Training & Admin Manager. Melissa is responsible for ensuring all of our drivers have up to date training and licenses; this includes ADR renewals, PDPs, CPCs, manual handling, ADR security and marine training to name just a few courses! This is a massively important job as Melissa […]

It’s the 8th March it’s International Women’s Day so what better time to share another Certas Energy Colleague Journey! Introducing Rebecca Swann!….. Currently Rebecca is our Product Manager for Fuel and Services and is part of the Marketing Team here at Certas Energy. I say currently as Beckie has already had an illustrious career with us as […]