As a Workforce Development Specialist, I’m proud to be part of Greater Manchester’s journey towards a greener, fairer, and more resilient economy. Through my role at the GM Business Growth Hub, I support the Green Sector to build the skills and capabilities needed to power our region’s green transition.
What does my role involve?
• Identifying and addressing skills gaps in key green activities which is rapidly growing.
• Supporting employers to build talent pipelines and implement effective succession planning.
• Championing inclusive growth, ensuring green jobs are accessible to all communities and that diversity is embedded across the sector.
• Tracking impact of employment outcomes, business benefits, and contributions to net zero targets.
• Embedding the principle of ‘Every Job a Green Job’, helping businesses integrate sustainability into roles.
Why this matters
Greater Manchester has set an ambitious target to become a carbon neutral city region by 2038. To achieve this and continue growth, we are supporting businesses to build a skilled, adaptable, and diverse green workforce.
“Decarbonising Greater Manchester’s local energy system by 2038 is achievable and expected to require capital investment of £13.2b” (Local Area Energy Plan 2021)
Greater Manchester’s trailblazing transition to Net Zero, is expected to stimulate a massive £30-40 billion of total investment across our city-region up until 2040.
We’re not just tackling climate change we’re creating opportunities for people and businesses to thrive.
We want to hear from you!
The GM Business Growth Hub is here to support employers across Greater Manchester in navigating the green transition. Whether you're facing recruitment challenges, skills shortages, or need help identifying training pathways we can help.
Let’s start a conversation.
Take part in our quick poll and share the biggest workforce challenge that you’re currently facing in the green sector.
If you're an employer, educator, or stakeholder looking to collaborate on green workforce development, I’d love to connect. Together, we can shape a greener, more inclusive future for Greater Manchester.
Get in touch
Please contact us at 0161 3593050 or query below.
Take that first step and we’ll support you with whatever you need to succeed.
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