Opportunities in Basildon

Basildon is the largest economy in Essex and a significant driver of regional and national growth.

Basildon plays an essential role in the Essex economy for many reasons:

• It's home to over 7,500 businesses with strengths in the digital, creative, ICT and advanced manufacturing sectors.
• It has two South Essex College campuses, supporting digital and green skills, advanced manufacturing, green skills and construction.
• Many brands have offices and headquarters in the district, including Ford Motor Co, New Holland Agriculture, Leonardo and Costa.
• It's to the Advice Store, which provides support and guidance around employability, careers and training. 

The largest industries in Basildon are currently engineering, technical services, consultancy and retail.

The industries set to grow the most over coming years are professional, scientific and technical services.

For more detailed Basildon labour market information, visit the South East Skills website.

Did you know you could receive funding towards training?

Our map of employment and training opportunities includes details on training providers, businesses and industries. There is also an eligibility checker for funding.