Together Energy has created nine new local jobs as phase one of a recruitment campaign ahead of a new office opening in Warrington.
The candidates, many who have struggled with long-term unemployment, will initially be working from home undergoing training to become customer service agents.
The company has also agreed terms to lease an office at ‘The Base’ in Dallam Lane with plans to open once it is safe to do so and working practices are eased under Covid guidelines.
Kevin Greenhorn, COO, Together Energy said, “We are delighted that despite the challenges of the lockdown we have secured a number of terrific candidates who we believe will be greatly suited to the business and have the opportunity for long-term career progression.
“We are an employer with strong social ethics and are not scared to recruit people who may have been traditionally overlooked by employers for a variety of reasons. All the candidates have faced challenges with employment and some have struggled to even get a chance to demonstrate their potential because of lack of interview opportunities but we are confident that with the right training and support, the new recruits will flourish.
“We are committed to investing in Warrington and will be planning further recruitment following the opening of our office.”
The sentiment is shared by two of the new recruits including Katie Dickenson who was recently made redundant from Debenhams in Warrington. She said, “This is just my second job and it really came at the right time after Debenhams decided to close all its restaurants. I was worried about taking part in an interview online, but it was fine. I’m really looking forward to the training.”
Kevin Lister, who has a BSc in Physics, added, “After a decade of unemployment and countless hundreds of job applications I feared that I might never work again. Together Energy uniquely had the courage, vision, and compassion to see past my history to my ability and potential.
The opportunity I have been given is set to change my life and launch me into a much brighter future. Obviously, my finances are set for an upturn but I’m really looking forward to making an office full of new friends and helping in the success of a young company that seems to have a heart that beats to a rhythm greater than simply it’s bottom line.”
Warrington Borough Council Leader, Cllr Russ Bowden, said: “A key benefit of our partnership with Together Energy is their strong ethos as a real living wage employer and a champion of local community issues. From the outset, our ambition has been to offer employment opportunities and support to Warrington people who are out of work or without formal qualifications.
“I’m delighted that this is now bearing fruit, with nine local people taking up positions at Together Energy. I wish each of them every success as they begin their new careers.
“It’s also fantastic to see the company moving ahead with the establishment of its Warrington office. This investment in our town is great news for local people and bodes well for the future.”
Headquartered in Clydebank, Together Energy offers very competitive low priced, 100% renewable, dual energy tariffs for up to a three-year fixed term and last year secured investment from Warrington Borough Council. In just four years the company has grown to record an £85m turnover, employing 140 people, with in excess of 150,000 customer accounts. www.togetherenergy.co.uk
Those interested in future career opportunities with Together Energy can send a c.v. to hr@togetherenergy.co.uk
