A newly launched Hydrogen Skills Framework will help employers develop the skills needed to build their future workforces.
Developed by key industry stakeholders, the framework serves as a recognised benchmark for skills development.
By highlighting clear career pathways and fostering confidence in training standards, the framework promotes consistency and long-term industry growth.
“We welcome the establishment of the Hydrogen Skills Framework. It will help us develop training pathways for young people looking to pursue a career in hydrogen, as well as upskill existing workers looking to transition into the sector.
“Many of the roles required for hydrogen, and industrial decarbonisation more broadly, are existing roles – like process engineers, technicians, welders, pipefitters and other key trades. The ECITB supports the training of thousands of workers in these roles each year across Great Britain. In drawing on industry expertise, the framework will help to identify and fill any skills and knowledge gaps, ensuring the workforce is hydrogen-ready.”
Andrew Hockey
CEO of the ECITB
Hydrogen Skills Framework: helping employers understand workforce skills
The open-source framework is free to use and will evolve over time, allowing employers to understand the skills their workforce will need in the dynamic hydrogen economy and enhance the visibility of career pathways.
