Hydrogen Safe announces new managing director

Hydrogen Safe, the hydrogen safety training specialist working with industry and education, has announced the appointment of Rachael Burns as Managing Director.

With extensive experience of working in both the education and private sectors, Rachael will lead the team as it continues to work with colleges throughout the country and businesses that are focused on upskilling talent for the future.

Previously Head of Partnerships in Education for the company, Rachael has been intrinsic in establishing the business, which is now embarking on the next chapter as it evolves from start-up to scale-up.

She comments: “This is a really exciting time for Hydrogen Safe. We have worked really hard to establish the brand and to get the foundations in place. We have a fantastic team, supported by industry-leading trainers delivering the first Ofqual registered qualifications in hydrogen safety, alongside bespoke courses and CPD sessions.

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Rachael Burns, appointed MD of Hydrogen Safe

“As the UK works towards achieving net zero targets, we know that as an early adopter we are in a very strong position within the market. We look forward to this next chapter in our journey and to working with many more colleges and businesses that want to equip their workforce as we transition to greener ways of working.”

Rachael replaces the previous Managing Director, Andy Lord, who has left the business to pursue other opportunities.

Members of Hydrogen UK; the Hydrogen Energy Association; and NPTC Group of Colleges, Net Zero Skills Advisory Board, as well as being a corporate partner of the Greater Manchester Mayors Charity, Hydrogen Safe works with businesses, education providers and individuals to deliver courses that meet with their specific objectives and sustainability goals.

For more information, please visit: www.hydrogensafe.org and for regular updates follow: @Hydrogen Safe on LinkedIn.

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