Energy Stories

Hear from the My Energy Future Champions and other energy professionals as they share real experiences, insights and their career journeys.

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The Research Scholar

Shelda shares her journey to make energy careers more relatable.

Shelda Correa

The Subsea Commissioning Lead

Scott shares real-world experience to inspire future energy engineers.

Scott Harper

The Head of the Energy Projects

Inspiring the next generation to shape the future of energy.

Natalia Carrera

The Technical Support Engineer

Showing how confidence and resilience can shape an energy career.

Israel Ajayi

The Process Operations Apprentice

Aaron shows there’s a place in energy for every background.

Aaron Naismith

The Project Engineer

Cynthia champions diverse voices and pathways in energy careers.

Cynthia Bassey

The Research Assistant and PhD Student

Building a future in energy and inspiring others to do the same.

Reinel Echavez

The Petroleum Data Manager

Jennifer makes energy careers feel clear, creative and achievable.

Jennifer Ugwu

The Process Engineer

Finding the right people to work on the right problems

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The Commercial Solar Specialist

Ensuring solar is part of the energy transition

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The CARES Development Officer

Helping communities harness renewable energy

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The Project Engineer

Bringing technology innovation into renewables

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The Mechanical Improver Technician

See how Scott works hands-on with equipment while building skills in the energy sector.

The Mechanical Improver Technician

The Learning and Competence Specialist

Khuzama supports workforce skills and sustainability in the evolving energy sector.

The Learning and Competence Specialist

The Junior Process Engineer

Bolajoko supports the safe and efficient operation of energy systems and facilities.

The Junior Process Engineer

The Information Management Specialist

Kristy helps find solutions to complex energy challenges through data and information management.

The Information Management Specialist

The Graduate Data Scientist

Meet Deirdree and see how data and analytics are shaping the energy transition.

The Graduate Data Scientist

The Engineering Manager

Discover how Jim harnesses new technology and innovation to tackle climate challenges.

The Engineering Manager

The Energy Transition Engineer

Rodrigo is tackling the challenge of global climate change through carbon capture technology.

The Energy Transition Engineer

The Admin & Document Controller

Adina keeps energy projects organised and running smoothly behind the scenes.

The Admin Document Controller

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Maryam enjoys problem solving and figuring out how things work - which is perfect for a career in energy!

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

The Drilling Engineer

Discover how Scott helps build a resilient energy mix for the future through drilling and engineering expertise.

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