Catherine Gillon, a highly accomplished human resources (HR) professional with almost 30 years’ experience, has been appointed Secretary of the SJIB and Director of Employment Affairs at SELECT.
Most recently HR Business Partner for EDF Energy at Torness power station, Catherine’s role with the SJIB and SELECT will encompass delivering expert employment guidance to Members, shaping industry policies and liaising with trade unions.
A Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Professional Development (CIPD), she will also provide HR support to the SELECT Management Team as well as contributing to strategic planning and upholding the association’s values and customer service principles.
Catherine has honed her expertise across multiple industries, including house building, healthcare, finance and the nuclear power sector. Her diverse career has allowed her to excel in various HR roles, from recruitment and talent management to employee relations and organisational development.
She said: “This extensive background has provided me with a robust understanding of industry-specific challenges and the ability to implement effective HR strategies tailored to each unique environment.
“I am passionate about driving positive organisational change and supporting workforce development to achieve both employee satisfaction and business success.
“Specifically, I want to help SJIB and SELECT Members overcome challenges by providing up-to-date training and certification, facilitating networking opportunities and advocating for favourable industry policies, as well as offering essential resources and tools, professional development programs and conflict resolution services.”
Alan Wilson, Managing Director of SELECT, said: “In Catherine we have an outstanding professional with a highly distinguished background in all aspects of human resources.
“We are delighted that she has agreed to join us in our mission to highlight to the entire community in Scotland and beyond the significance of the electrotechnical sector to both society and the economy and its growing importance in a world where the future is electric.”
- Catherine is pictured above with fellow SELECT Directors (left to right) John McGhee, Bob Cairney and Iain Mason