Patrick Rickles, Head of Digital Skills and Innovation (Oil and Gas Authority)
“My role at the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) focuses on establishing a digital academy for upskilling colleagues on spatial and non-spatial technologies. I also experiment with cloud technologies and scripting languages to innovate with geospatial artificial intelligence and machine learning.
I am Deputy Head of Diversity and Inclusion for the Government Geography Profession, and I also handle much of our design, communications and tech work. Coming from academia, I can see many crossover opportunities for students in Civil Service.
I have regular engagement with universities and external organisations as part of the Government Geography Profession, encouraging students from all backgrounds to join.