Career Pathways & Progression
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The UK energy efficiency sector is undergoing a transformation. With government investment, ambitious Net Zero targets, and thousands of retrofit projects already in progress, demand for skilled professionals has never been higher.
But stepping into this opportunity isn’t just about technical know-how — it’s about having the right training, the right tools, and a clear path forward.
At EEBTA, we don’t just provide courses. We create
career pathways. Each course, template, and resource is designed to move you closer to your goals, whether that’s starting your first project, transitioning from the trades, or progressing into leadership and consultancy.
Retrofit Assessor
Retrofit Assessors play a crucial role in identifying opportunities for improvement in homes and buildings. They survey properties, gather data, and recommend suitable energy efficiency measures.
With EEBTA’s Residential Surveying for Energy Efficiency course, you’ll learn how to carry out professional assessments that feed into retrofit projects. Pair this with our Compliance Made Easy resources and checklists to ensure every survey aligns with PAS 2035 requirements. For smoother communication with clients, our Client Communication & Resident Engagement micro-module gives you the skills to explain upgrades clearly and confidently.
Retrofit Coordinator
Retrofit Coordinators oversee the entire retrofit process, ensuring that projects run smoothly and remain compliant from start to finish.
Our Project Management for Energy Efficiency Projects course gives you a complete framework for planning, delivering, and monitoring retrofit work. Add in our Smooth Handovers course to ensure projects close without callbacks, and use our PAS 2035 Compliance Checklists to keep everything properly documented. For those moving into larger roles, our Company Foundations and Document Management for Installers resources will help you scale operations with confidence.
Solar PV Technician
Solar PV Technicians design, install, and maintain solar systems, helping households and businesses cut energy costs while reducing carbon emissions.
To prepare for this pathway, our Practical Skills courses give you the fundamentals, while our Business Bundle helps you build or transition a company to deliver solar solutions. For winning work, resources like our Tender Response Templates and Smart Pricing Calculator make it easier to secure and deliver contracts profitably.
Retrofit Coordinator
Retrofit Coordinators oversee the entire retrofit process, ensuring that projects run smoothly and remain compliant from start to finish.
Our Project Management for Energy Efficiency Projects course gives you a complete framework for planning, delivering, and monitoring retrofit work. Add in our Smooth Handovers course to ensure projects close without callbacks, and use our PAS 2035 Compliance Checklists to keep everything properly documented. For those moving into larger roles, our Company Foundations and Document Management for Installers resources will help you scale operations with confidence.
Energy Efficiency Surveyor
Surveyors are often the first point of contact in the retrofit process. They identify what improvements are needed and ensure recommendations align with regulations
cvb and budgets.
Our Residential Surveying course provides the core skills, supported by tools like our Survey Templates and Inspection Checklists. Combine this with Client Communication micro-modules and Infographic Packs (which you can rebrand) to explain findings in a way homeowners can understand and trust.
Career Progression in Energy Efficiency
One of the biggest advantages of this industry is how clearly you can grow from one role into another. With each course and resource you complete, you unlock the skills needed to step into new opportunities.
Entry-Level Roles
If you’re just starting out, you might begin with hands-on roles like Installer, Technician, or Surveyor. EEBTA’s Practical Skills courses and Digital Templates (like risk assessments and survey forms) give you the confidence to get started quickly.
Our Beginner’s Guide to Energy Efficiency Careers eBook is also an excellent starting point to map your journey.
Mid-Level Roles
With experience, you can take on roles with more responsibility, such as Retrofit Assessor, Coordinator, or Project Manager. Courses like Project Management for Energy Efficiency Projects and Tenders Demystified will help you manage teams and secure larger contracts. Our Compliance Checklists and Golden Thread Templates keep your processes audit-ready.
Senior & Specialist Roles
As you gain expertise, new doors open into consultancy, leadership, and specialist technical positions. At this stage, it’s not just about doing the work — it’s about overseeing projects, leading businesses, or advising others. Our Business Start-Up Guide and Company Foundations course are ideal for professionals wanting to launch or grow their firms.
Which Membership is Right for You?
- If you’re just starting out, the Monthly Resource Membership will give you instant tools to hit the ground running.
- If you want structured learning and resources together, the Course + Resource Membership is the most popular option.
- If you’re building a business or aiming for leadership in the sector, the Premium Membership gives you everything — plus the expert support and community to accelerate your success.
