At Prime Utility Solutions, we are committed to helping businesses navigate the complex world of multi-utility systems with confidence and precision. With over 33 years of experience in the utility industry, Joe Knotts, founder and lead consultant, offers expert consultancy and training services in Gas, Water, and Power, available UK-wide.
Our founder, Joe Knotts, is a dedicated utility consultant and EUSR-approved trainer based in Glasgow. With over three decades of experience in the utility industry, Joe started as an apprentice and advanced through various management roles. He established Prime Utility Solutions to offer his expertise as a self-employed consultant. Joe's extensive experience includes working with major network operators such as Independent Gas Transporters (IGTs) and Independent Distribution Network Operators (IDNOs), ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering training that empowers teams to operate safely and effectively.
At Prime Utility Solutions, we provide comprehensive consultancy services to support the successful delivery of multi-utility projects, specialising in:
Multi-Utility Project Management
Efficiently managing gas, water, and power projects, from planning to execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Asset Adoption Processes
Assisting with the adoption of new assets by working closely with major gas and power network operators, including IGTs and IDNOs.
Compliance with Lloyds GIRS, WIRS, and NERS
Ensuring your business meets the regulatory standards set by Lloyds Register across Gas, Water, and Electricity services.
With a focus on competence assessments and technical utility audits, I work under the esteemed guidance of Perfect Dimensions, delivering audits and evaluations that ensure your teams are operating at peak performance.
Authorising Engineer (AE), Competent Person (CP), and writing RO/NROs
Certified to handle gas systems up to 2 bar, offering my services as AE and CP for companies like SGN and major IGTs.
As an EUSR-approved trainer, I provide specialised training to ensure that your workforce is competent and fully prepared to meet the industry's highest safety standards. I offer courses in:
Gas, Water, and Power Safety, Health, and Environmental Awareness (SHEA)
Critical training to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
SCO Modules (Core, PtW, RO, NRO, and FoA)
Covering essential safety procedures for operational staff working in the gas industry.
I also now deliver National Water Hygiene and Scottish Water DOMS training (Both under EUSR).
When you work with Prime Utility Solutions, you’re partnering with an expert who has a deep understanding of the utility sector, built from years of hands-on experience. Whether it’s ensuring compliance, managing complex projects, or training your staff to the highest industry standards, I’m here to help your business succeed safely, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance.
If you're looking for expert consultancy or training services in the utility industry, I’d love to hear from you. Contact me today to discuss how I can support your business in achieving its goals.
Prime Utility Solutions – Expertise you can trust for a safer, more efficient future.
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