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Offshore Rotations Explained: 2/2, 3/3, 4/4 and What They Really Mean

Understand 2/2, 3/3 and 4/4 offshore rotations, how pay and time off work, and what to ask before accepting a rotational energy job.

4 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Commissioning Sign-Off Explained: What Must Be Complete Before Equipment Is Accepted?

Commissioning sign-off is more than a signature. Learn what must be complete before equipment is accepted, from mechanical completion and documentation to punch items, functional testing and handover.

3 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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FAT vs SAT: What’s the Difference and Why Do Both Matter?

FAT and SAT are related commissioning tests, but they are not the same. Learn what happens during a Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test, and why both matter.

3 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Punch Lists in Commissioning: A, B and C Items Explained

A commissioning punch list records outstanding work as a system moves from construction into operations. Learn how Category A, B and C items affect handover and start-up.

4 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Don’t Know What Career You Want After GCSEs? Start Here

Not sure what career to choose after GCSEs? Explore technical careers in energy and engineering and learn how your interests and skills can help you decide what to do next.

10 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Best Energy & Engineering Apprenticeships After GCSEs in 2026

Explore apprenticeships in electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, automation, welding, maintenance and renewable energy, and discover where each career could lead.

10 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Jobs & Careers

Apprenticeship vs College vs T Level: Which Is Best After GCSEs?

Compare apprenticeships, college and T Levels after GCSEs. Discover how each route can lead into engineering, energy and technical careers.

10 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Jobs & Careers

GCSE Results 2026: How to Start a Career in Energy & Engineering

Got your GCSE results and wondering what comes next? Explore apprenticeships, T Levels, college and other routes into engineering and the energy industry.

8 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub
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Commissioning Careers Guide 2026: Roles, Skills, Certifications & How to Get Started

Discover how to start a career in commissioning, including Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls roles, key skills, certifications, project stages and career progression.

10 min readBy Energy Recruitment Hub

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