Green jobs: everything you need to know
Ready to help save our planet? Choose a green job and you’ll work to tackle climate change every day.
What is a green job?
A ‘green job’ is any role that helps Scotland work towards its 2045 net zero target.
As the world aims to reduce its carbon emissions, there are lots of new and exciting green jobs available. But remember, every industry needs to become greener. This means there are now green jobs available in almost every area of work.
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Scotland’s trending green jobs
There’s a growing demand for green professionals across the country. So, it’s a great time to go green with your career.
We've pulled together five of the most popular green jobs in Scotland right now. These jobs are likely to change over time. (Source: Lightcast for Scotland)
1. Quantity surveyor
Manage construction costs while supporting sustainable, low-carbon building projects. There were 682 quantity surveyor vacancies in Scotland between September 2024 and September 2025.
2. Electrical engineer
Create and develop systems that use renewable energy. Work on electric cars, battery storage and smart grids. There were 293 electrical engineer vacancies in Scotland between September 2024 and September 2025.
3. Environmental consultant
Help organisations reduce their environmental impact and work more sustainably. There were 266 environmental consultant vacancies in Scotland between September 2024 and September 2025.
4. Electrician
Help install renewable energy technology such as wind turbines, solar panels and electric car chargers. There were 208 electrician vacancies in Scotland between September 2024 and September 2025.
5. Wind turbine technician
Install, maintain and repair onshore and offshore wind turbines that help generate renewable energy. There were 155 wind turbine technician vacancies in Scotland between September 2024 and September 2025.
Want to delve into even more green jobs? Check out our full range of green job profiles.
We can help you build green skills
You now know all about green jobs in Scotland! But how do you find the training you need to get a green job of your own? We’ve got the answer – our course search!
Use our course search to access hundreds of green learning opportunities across Scotland. You’ll find everything from college and university courses to short, online modules.
And the best part? Many of them are free!
