Female plumbing instructor aims to encourage more women to learn a trade
TO mark International Woman’s Day, City Building’s trainee plumbing instructor Jordan McKellar (28) has been reflecting on her journey within the construction industry and...
Building services provider confirms further apprentice intake
BUILDING services provider Arc-Tech (Scotland) has announced an intake of trade apprentices for the seventh year in a row.
Three apprentices will join the business...
Contractor shines a light on construction careers during Scottish Apprenticeship Week
AS part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week, GRAHAM is highlighting its dedicated apprentice scheme through its GRAHAM Academy and the role it plays in nurturing...
Strong turnout at Paisley contractor’s annual careers evening
MORE than 140 people interested in construction traineeships or apprenticeships attended Clark Contracts' 8th annual careers evening at the firm's Paisley HQ.
The event was...
Award-winning Glenrothes roofing apprentice builds up skills and confidence
AN award-winning roofing apprentice has marked Scottish Apprenticeship Week by describing how his course has helped build work-ready skills and boosted his confidence.
Euan Forsyth,...
Value of apprenticeships highlighted at new Fife College campus
SCOTLAND'S minister for higher and further education, Graeme Dey MSP, kicked off Scottish Apprenticeship Week at Fife College’s new Dunfermline Campus.
The minister met apprentices...
Engineering services provider extends programme to include graduate apprenticeships
EDWIN James Group has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in the next generation of talent by expanding its programme to include graduate apprenticeships.
The engineering...
College students see housebuilding process in action at Jackton site
THE site team at Cala Homes (West's) Jackton development recently welcomed students from South Lanarkshire College (SLC) to see the housebuilding process in action.
Seven...
BESA promotes apprenticeship opportunities through ‘Future Skills’ pledge
THE Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has urged employers to take advantage of the campaign created by this year’s Scottish Apprenticeship Week to address...
Keepmoat commits to developing young talent across Scotland
AT the start of Scottish Apprenticeship Week, housebuilder Keepmoat has announced its commitment to developing young people and creating career opportunities via its apprenticeships...
Apprenticeship experiences go beyond what I thought would be possible
To mark Scottish Apprenticeship Week, Tyler Buchan, graduate apprentice at Space Solutions, shares his insights into his current role
I have been an apprentice project...
Electrical bodies highlight green skills and urge others to show net zero commitment
SELECT, the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) and the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) have released a new video ahead of Scottish Apprenticeship...
Expanding Edinburgh building firm takes on first apprentice
EDINBURGH-based building firm The Garage Conversion Company has launched the initial phase of a planned programme of growth with the recruitment of its first...
Falkirk pupils learn about technology as part of local restoration project
AROUND 80 pupils from Larbert and St Mungo's High Schools are learning how new technology is preserving local heritage.
The pupils are working in a...
Colleagues pay tribute as Anne Galbraith prepares to retire from SECTT
COLLEAGUES from across the electrical sector have paid tribute to Anne Galbraith, who is stepping down as chief executive of the Scottish Electrical Charitable...
Construction forum looks to expand West Lothian schools initiative
THE West Lothian Construction Forum is looking to expand its Build Your Future initiative across the region's high schools as it bids to address the sector's...
Fife College built environment students develop business skills
BUILT environment students at Fife College recently had the opportunity to develop core elements of business skills beyond their chosen career paths.
The opportunity came...
Taylor Wimpey showcases its young talent as National Apprentice Week gets underway
TAYLOR Wimpey Scotland is marking National Apprentice Week and Scottish Apprenticeship Week by showcasing some of its latest apprentices in a bid to attract...
Steel and cladding contractor shows commitment to developing the future workforce
AHEAD of National Apprenticeship Week, Aberdeenshire-based steel and cladding company KR Group has continued to demonstrate its commitment to developing young people.
The family business...
Engineering services provider appoints new academy lead
MULTI-disciplinary engineering services provider, Edwin James Group, has appointed Geoff Bruce to head up the EJ Academy.
The newly created role is part of the...
