The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Utilities Electricity, Gas, Steam And Air Conditioning Supply Electricity, Gas, Steam And Air Conditioning Supply 35 - Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
100 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
19 August 2019
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
Energy and gas distributor Spark Energy announced the creation of 100 new jobs at its site in Selkirk, Scottish Borders. The job creation involves both customer-facing and administrative roles from entry- to more experienced levels. Upon selection, new employees are expected to complete 115 hours of direct training and development and additional 75 hours of one-on-one support within their teams. The business expansion is planned to make a significant contribution to the local labour market.
The company employs around 400 people at the site and handles energy accounts for approximately 450,000 customers. After entering administration in November 2018 due to an investigation by the energy regulator, the company is now owned by Ovo Energy.
Eurofound (2019), Spark Energy, Business expansion in United Kingdom, factsheet number 98422, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/98422.
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