It’s vital that the construction and utilities industry appeals to the workforce of tomorrow and can attract talented employees over the years ahead.
That’s why Aptus has formed a partnership with Bolton College to offer industry placements to T Level students, which opens the door for young people to get into skilled employment, degree education, and higher apprenticeships.
Two such students benefitting from the partnership are Tom Daly and Ryan James, with both currently experiencing life in a number of different departments at Aptus and learning crucial skills to help them prepare for the world of work.
Speaking about his placement with Aptus so far, Ryan, who is studying for a T Level in Engineering & Manufacturing, said:
“I’m picking up lots of information and I’m taking the skills I’ve learned at College and applying them here.”
While Tom, whose T Level is in Mechanical Engineering, said:
“I chose a T Level because I wanted to combine the academic with the practical, and the industry placement is going to set me up for a better career in engineering.
“The placement has been good; not only am I getting hands-on experience in all different areas, benefitting me in the future, but I’ve also developed my skills in design engineering. I’ve worked on gas engineering, electrical engineering and water meter drawings, as well as carrying out estimations.
“After I’ve completed my T Level I’d love a career here, possibly doing a Level 4 Apprenticeship.”
For Aptus it has been an incredibly positive experience so far, as our people director Natasha Clarke outlines:
“We looked into the concept of T Level industry placements and decided they were a good idea; unlike traditional work experience, industry placements give students an extended period to get involved in various aspects of the business.
“They’re also a lot more flexible than work experience, where you’re usually expected to commit a full week. We have Tom and Ryan two days per week, which works well for them and also for us.
“The students have been working with different departments to get a well-rounded experience of the company and they will benefit from time in the tender, design, and project management teams, as well as other departments.
“Tom and Ryan have settled in well and feedback has been extremely positive. We’ve approached the placements with the view that if the students are successful and committed, there is potential for employment at the end.”
It is great to hear that Tom and Ryan are enjoying their experience at Aptus, and we look forward to hearing about their continued progression over the coming months.
