Visa Sponsors in Energy: Electricity, Gas & Steam
This section is the energy utilities sector, covering power generation, electricity and gas transmission and distribution, and heating supply. Employers sponsor engineers and technical specialists such as electrical and power-systems engineers, grid and network planners, and renewables project managers. Skilled Worker sponsorship dominates, and demand is rising as networks expand for wind, solar and grid upgrades.
There are 217 licensed visa sponsors in energy: electricity, gas & steam, with 394 live jobs between them. Sponsor figures come from the official Home Office register and are updated daily.
Top hiring sponsors in energy: electricity, gas & steam
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Siemens Energy Limited
Siemens Energy is one of the world’s leading energy technology companies. The company works with its customers and partners on energy systems for the future, thus supporting the transition to a more sustainable world. With its portfolio of products, solutions and services, Siemens Energy covers almost the entire energy value chain – from power generation and transmission to storage. The portfolio includes conventional and renewable energy technology, such as gas and steam turbines, hybrid power
SCOTTISHPOWER (SCPL) LIMITED
Transforming the UK’s energy system, from power to plug. We’re a leader in renewable energy, electricity grids & helping homes & businesses transition to a low carbon future.
With more than £10bn being invested up and down the country, we’re investing big in people too. Find out more about life at ScottishPower and our career opportunities here.
Centrica plc
Centrica is an international energy services and solutions company, founded on a 200-year heritage of serving customers in homes and businesses.
We supply energy and services to over 10 million customers, mainly in the UK and Ireland, through brands such as British Gas, Bord Gáis Energy and Centrica Business Solutions.
Through our trusted brands, we deliver innovative energy and services solutions to help solve customers’ needs, supported by thousands of engineers and technicians. We are com
National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) plc
We power the lives of millions of people across Britain, New York and Massachusetts, moving energy from where it’s made to the communities that need it, every single day.
In the UK, people connect with the electricity they need to live, work, build and play through our cables and wires. And in the US, we deliver electricity and gas to families and businesses in the states we call home.
We're leading the way to a new energy era, building and operating the next generation of networks to unleash
SEFE MARKETING & TRADING LIMITED
Growing from a single office in London in 1999 into the worldwide organisation it is today, SEFE Marketing & Trading (SM&T) is an agile multi-commodity trader and trading partner. We are a leading player in global trading energy markets, combining the physical & financial trading of LNG, gas, power, metals and environmental products with the provision of comprehensive risk management, derivates, algorithmic trading, and third-party asset management services.
We are the sourcing and trading arm
SIZEWELL C LIMITED
Sizewell C is the UK's new nuclear power station in Suffolk.
Sizewell C will generate low-carbon electricity for at least 60 years and will support 70,000 jobs across the UK during construction and operation. Sizewell C has the potential to change the lives of thousands of people in Suffolk and East Anglia for the better, by providing jobs and developing careers.
Follow our LinkedIn page for latest news and project updates.
National Gas Transmission plc
We power the lives of millions of people across Britain, New York and Massachusetts, moving energy from where it’s made to the communities that need it, every single day.
In the UK, people connect with the electricity they need to live, work, build and play through our cables and wires. And in the US, we deliver electricity and gas to families and businesses in the states we call home.
We're leading the way to a new energy era, building and operating the next generation of networks to unleash
E.ON UK plc
It's on us to make new energy work.
We’re E.ON UK, leading the energy transition for a more sustainable future. As part of the E.ON group, we’re also one of Europe’s largest operators of energy networks and energy infrastructure, and a provider of innovative customer solutions.
Through E.ON Next, E.ON and Npower Business Solutions, our mission is to help make energy more affordable and sustainable across homes, businesses, cities and communities.
We're committed to making energy greener, smar
NORTHERN POWERGRID (NORTHEAST) PLC
Want to be part of the People Behind the Power? Check out our vacancies at www.northernpowergrid.com/careers
Please note LinkedIn is not monitored 24/7. If your contact relates to recruitment, please visit the careers page on our website or email recruitment@northernpowergrid.com.
Report power cuts online at northernpowergrid.com or call free-phone 105.
We’re also on:
X: @NorthPowergrid - monitored 24/7
Facebook: Northern Powergrid - monitored 24/7
Instagram: @northernpowergrid - NOT monito
Lightsource Development Services Limited
Lightsource bp is working to support a future powered by renewable, affordable and reliable energy that benefits our partners, people and planet. As a leading global IPP, we are focused on meeting the energy needs of our customers and supporting a diversified energy mix.
Our global track record, combined with our local expertise in the development, construction management and operation of utility-scale onshore solar, wind and battery storage systems, allows us to drive the sustainable growth an
CADENT GAS LIMITED
We are Cadent, the largest gas distribution network in the UK. With over 6,000 colleagues, working across five gas networks, we keep the energy flowing to 11 million homes and businesses, to keep communities safe, warm and connected.
Ambitious, motivated and with a clear roadmap for the future, we want everyone, in every role at Cadent, playing an active part in helping us achieve our vision for the future of gas. We want you to be as committed as we are to keeping the energy flowing for gener
Drax Power Limited
Drax is enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future
Drax Group is a renewable and flexible generation energy company engaged in renewable power generation, the production of sustainable biomass and the sale of renewable electricity to businesses.
Drax operates a generation portfolio of sustainable biomass, hydro-electric and pumped hydro storage assets across four sites in England and Scotland. It is the UK’s largest source of renewable electricity. The company also operates a global bioe
Brook Green Supply Limited
As a trusted end-to-end partner in the energy space, Brook Green Supply delivers the insight and expertise our customers need to make informed decisions, transact energy with confidence, and progress meaningfully on the journey to a decarbonised grid.
As a supplier with a clear, focused mission, we don’t simply respond to change – we lead it, driving transformation and helping customers stay ahead. Free from rigid frameworks and legacy systems, we can move quickly – making decisions at pace, in
SMARTESTENERGY BUSINESS LIMITED
SmartestEnergy is a people-powered energy company, empowering switched on customers, generators and partners to get to net zero. We know the journey to 100% renewable energy is complex, because everyone’s at different stages with unique needs. That’s why our model is flexible, our advice is unbiased, and our innovative retail solutions are realistic.
We’re driving the worldwide transition to net zero with offices in the UK, the United States and Australia. As a growing community, we can make th
GRIDSERVE EMEA DEPC LTD
GRIDSERVE is a technology-enabled electric vehicle charging and sustainable energy business, on a mission to make EV easy. The company is committed to delivering charging infrastructure at the speed and scale to move the needle on climate change and prevent global temperature rises exceeding 1.5°C of warming. GRIDSERVE is delivering world-class High Power EV charging across the GRIDSERVE Electric Highway, at Electric Forecourts® and Electric Super Hubs found on the UK’s motorways and Electric Re
Fastned UK Limited
We are a group of ambitious, passionate people, driven to accelerate the energy transition and improve sustainable mobility. We currently have a network of 350+ reliable fast charging stations along highways, inside cities, and across prime European locations, completely powered by renewable energy and good vibes.
Our passion for electric mobility is charged with our mission and responsibility to reduce our carbon emissions and combat climate change. We are proud to be B-Corp certified and act
CLARKE ENERGY LIMITED
Clarke Energy, a Rehlko company, specialises in energy efficient, low carbon and flexible energy systems. Projects we deliver include those incorporating gas engines, biogas upgraders, battery energy storage systems, carbon dioxide capture and heat pumps.
Clarke Energy is a Rehlko company, formerly Kohler Energy. Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience delivering the solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
BWSC Generation Services UK Ltd
BWSC is a global turnkey developer, contractor and operator of tailored medium to large-scale power plants and deals in projects for conventional fossil-fuel as well as for selected renewable and waste-to-energy technologies.
Based on years of experience, financial solidity and a proven track record, BWSC takes the responsibility for every aspect of:
- Project development
- Plant design
- Construction
- Rehabilitation
- Operation & Maintenance
- Financing
BWSC takes a leading role in the dev
EP UK Investments Ltd
Minety Battery Storage Limited
Low Carbon creates renewable energy to fight climate change. We’re building a global net-zero energy company that will power tomorrow and protect the planet for future generations.
Low Carbon was established in 2011 with one goal in mind: to make the biggest contribution possible in the fight against climate change. The aim is to make a defining contribution to the historic effort to move the world to 100% renewable energy.
Low Carbon are a long-standing certified B-Corporation, and recognized
Daikin Airconditioning UK Limited
Experts in our field, Daikin UK is a leading supplier of heating, cooling and refrigeration solutions for commercial, residential and industrial applications.
Our extensive product portfolio contains a wide range of highly energy efficient climate control systems, providing complete solutions for any application.
Noriker Power Ltd
With rocketing fossil energy prices driving a cost of living crisis, the renewable energy transition has never been in greater focus. Noriker is at the heart of making that transition possible.
Noriker Power develops and optimises rapid response, power systems which deliver services such as frequency control and stability to National Grid, and power flexibility to market participants. These facilities and services are the vital infrastructure components that make the UK electricity stable and
EV DOT ENERGY LTD
ev.energy is the company behind Eve™, the AI-native multi-DER orchestration platform that turns electric vehicles, solar, batteries, and other flexible loads into coordinated grid assets, unlocking value for energy providers, consumers, and the planet. Headquartered in Palo Alto and London, ev.energy works with utilities, CCAs, retailers, fleets, and property operators across North America and Europe. The company was ranked the #1 EV VPP specialist by Wood Mackenzie in 2024 and 2025 and has been
ENCYCLIS IRELAND ASSETS LIMITED
Encyclis provides energy-from-waste services which turn residual waste into low-carbon electricity, heat and other reusable materials.
Formerly known as Covanta Europe, our state-of-the-art energy recovery facilities support the transition to a circular economy by making productive use of residual waste that would otherwise go to landfill.
With over 250 employees, our portfolio includes three facilities in the UK and Ireland, which operate 24/7 to collectively divert over 1.4 million tonnes
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Frequently asked questions
Which energy and utility companies sponsor UK visas?
Power generators, grid and network operators, and gas and heat suppliers hold licences here. Filter the live register to electricity, gas and steam supply to see which sponsors are currently hiring.
What visa do I need to work in the energy sector in the UK?
The Skilled Worker visa covers most engineering and technical energy roles. You need a job offer from a licensed sponsor at or above the going rate for the occupation. Some senior or research-focused roles may also qualify for the Global Talent route.
Are renewable energy jobs sponsored in the UK?
Yes. Wind, solar and grid-modernisation employers recruit sponsored engineers, project managers and planners, and many hold Skilled Worker licences. Whether a specific role qualifies depends on its occupation code and salary rather than the technology, so check the eligibility for your job title.
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