Workforce North
A once-in-a-generation chance to shape your future in the Highlands and Islands.
Across the Highlands and Islands, a new energy is building.Workforce North is a regional partnership created to connect people, employers and partners with the opportunities emerging from major investment in renewables, construction and infrastructure. By providing clear routes into jobs, apprenticeships and training, Workforce North helps people build careers close to home and o attract talent from outwith the region. For employers, it offers insight into workforce needs and access to talent. For partners and policy makers, it supports a coordinated approach to turning investment into long-term economic growth. Backed by partners across industry, education and government, Workforce North is uniting people, place and opportunity - so talent, families and ambition stay rooted in the region. |
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Why Workforce North Matters
Over £100 billion of investment is planned for the Highlands and Islands over the next decade. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform the regional economy - but success depends on building the skilled workforce needed to deliver these projects.
Where are the opportunities?
The new investment requires people to support renewable energy, construction, engineering and infrastructure projects. These include technical jobs such as engineers, but also a range of support roles in finance, procurement, HR and marketing.
The region also has demand to replace and top up jobs in a wide range of sectors including tourism & hospitality. health & social care and community services.
These sectors offer opportunities for young people about to leave school, for adults looking to switch careers, for people already resident in the region and for people who live elsewhere who are interested in relocating.
Watch the Workforce North film
Discover the story of investment and opportunity shaping the Highlands and Islands - and what this means for people, employers and communities across the region.
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The Workforce North Action Plan for The Highland Council area brings together a range of local and national partners with key employers to drive co-investment and collaboration.
Workforce North Action Plan
The Workforce North Employer Group was established to create an influential employer voice that shapes the skills and workforce agenda for the Highlands. Its purpose is to ensure businesses have access to the right talent and upskilling opportunities to meet current and future demands, guided by the Workforce North Action Plan.
Together, we’re powering a stronger future for the Highlands and Islands.
Workforce North. Connecting opportunity, place and people.
