A day in the life

Making a real difference to the client by producing tangible results towards meeting their net zero targets, reducing their reliance on the grid and recycling sources of heat that would otherwise be wasted.

Slightly by default! I did a graduate training scheme manufacturing gas turbines. Then in my next appointment we used the turbines I had been designing and manufacturing in combined heat and power, recovering the heat. The company I worked in was also installing some of the first wind turbines in the UK, leading me to renewables.

The thing about the energy industry that has made me stay is the abundance of learning available: different technologies and everchanging landscape. I have always been involved in the development of products to suit the changing market. Energy has been interesting enough to have kept me here for 30 years!

‘Don’t be afraid to fail’ and ‘A slow paced run is still a good run’.

First and foremost, I’m a mum of three and love spending time with my family. My husband plays the drums, so I spend a lot of time watching him at gigs with his band. My daughter’s boyfriend is also a bassist in the same band so it’s a real family affair! I love running, whether that’s out on the fells, trails, or roads. I compete as much as I can and serve in the committee of my running club. I also love walking and cycling.