Energy Sector Heroes ~ Careers in Oil & Gas, Sustainability & Renewable Energy

Updated: 26 Aug 2025 • 139 episodes
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Welcome to Energy Sector Heroes! This podcast is all about showcasing stand-out individuals in the energy sector and their inspiring careers. If you're interested in making a name for yourself in the energy industry, this is the perfect show for you. Each episode, we'll sit down with a different energy sector hero and learn about their journey to success, the challenges they faced along the way, and the valuable lessons they learned. From engineers and scientists to executives and entrepreneurs, we'll hear from a diverse range of professionals who are making a real impact in the world of energy. Tune in to Energy Sector Heroes to get motivated, learn from the best, and start your journey to becoming an energy sector hero too!

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In this episode, I spoke with Charles Hendry, former UK Minister of Energy and visiting professor at Edinburgh University, about what the energy transition really means for professionals, graduates, and businesses alike. If you’ve been feeling uncertain about your future in the sector—especially if you’re based in Aber

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Many of my listeners are passionate about real-world impact — not just in decarbonisation, but in delivering real, tangible transformation to underserved communities. In this week’s episode, I speak with Safiya Aliyu, General Manager at Susei Renewable Energies and Country Director of the Mata Ariwan Susei Initiative.

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If you’re applying for jobs in the energy sector—whether you're a graduate or experienced professional—this episode is worth your time. I sat down with Simon Winfield, former CEO of Hays UK & Ireland, to explore how artificial intelligence is really affecting recruitment, what employers look for in CVs and cover letter

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For anyone building a career in energy—whether you're a graduate, a mid-career engineer, or a senior executive—the rapid evolution of our sector brings both opportunity and complexity. This week, I sat down with Delfina Govia, a Chief Sustainability Officer with over 46 years in the oil and gas industry, to unpack what

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For early-career professionals in the energy sector—or anyone aiming to move into leadership—there’s often an unspoken tension between doing your job well and positioning yourself for what comes next. In this episode, I speak with Laurent Pagnon, Head of Group Strategy at SGS, about how he navigated that balance from e

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In this episode, I sit down with John Armstrong, CEO of the British Pipeline Agency and guest lecturer at the University of Warwick. If you're a graduate engineer, early-career professional, or just trying to find your feet in the evolving world of energy, this conversation is packed with honest, real-world advice that

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