best "apprentice schemes"

[Mirinjawbro]

Hello all

finally close to getting out of being stuck behind a desk with a house move coming soon. outgoings will be halfed which means i can finally get out of IT which i cannot stand

am looking at retraining in something physical where everyday is as different as possible -

maybe some sort of electrician - water - gas
working on the council - house clearances - garden

just a few ideas ive thought of.

is anyone aware of any good companies / apprentice programs to look at?

thanks

[RenPug]

Automotive Glazing?

We do apprentice schemes, although there is no age limit on these they are aimed more at school leavers, however we do also take on unskilled people and train them up.

Once trained you can expect to come in to site in the morning to load up for the day then you're out and about on your own to complete the jobs for the day. Occasionally with another technician for some of the larger fitments.

Mon - Fri with 1 Saturday in 4. If you want to volunteer for additional jobs on an evening or weekend you can and get paid per job, if you don't want to and would rather just do your normal hours that's fine too.

[ColdoRS]

Would you consider going to sea?

Only work 6 months a year, tax free earnings, travel the world and your degree would be paid for by a sponsoring company (and you get paid whilst studying - not much though). Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree, transferrable to land based stuff if/when you have had enough of working onboard.

[Giantt]

Finning, caterpillar agent in UK,also Canada,lots of jobs going abroad once through your time
Doosan Babcock,power generation
Network Rail,signalling,track engineering

[RedAndy]

ColdoRS said:

Would you consider going to sea?

Only work 6 months a year, tax free earnings, travel the world and your degree would be paid for by a sponsoring company (and you get paid whilst studying - not much though). Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree, transferrable to land based stuff if/when you have had enough of working onboard.

links/contacts please?

[ColdoRS]

RedAndy said:

ColdoRS said:

Would you consider going to sea?

Only work 6 months a year, tax free earnings, travel the world and your degree would be paid for by a sponsoring company (and you get paid whilst studying - not much though). Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree, transferrable to land based stuff if/when you have had enough of working onboard.

links/contacts please?

https://careersatsea.org

The above is a good starting point but individual companies have their own programmes - Carnival UK, BP, Trinity House, Shell, Maersk, Clyde Marine, Bibby.

Its hard to start later in life as your responsibilities grow (mortgage, wife, kids) but if you get in before all that comes along, it can be a great career.

[RedAndy]

thanks for the link.

is it hard to start at 44yrs old because wife /house /kids hold you back, or because "youre too old, granddad"

Im 44... quite keen to try it actually!

[Mirinjawbro]

RenPug said:

Automotive Glazing?

We do apprentice schemes, although there is no age limit on these they are aimed more at school leavers, however we do also take on unskilled people and train them up.

Once trained you can expect to come in to site in the morning to load up for the day then you're out and about on your own to complete the jobs for the day. Occasionally with another technician for some of the larger fitments.

Mon - Fri with 1 Saturday in 4. If you want to volunteer for additional jobs on an evening or weekend you can and get paid per job, if you don't want to and would rather just do your normal hours that's fine too.

will check it out, thanks

[Mirinjawbro]

ColdoRS said:

Would you consider going to sea?

Only work 6 months a year, tax free earnings, travel the world and your degree would be paid for by a sponsoring company (and you get paid whilst studying - not much though). Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree, transferrable to land based stuff if/when you have had enough of working onboard.

i would if living alone with no pets etc

maybe in the future !!

thanks

[Mirinjawbro]

Giantt said:

Finning, caterpillar agent in UK,also Canada,lots of jobs going abroad once through your time
Doosan Babcock,power generation
Network Rail,signalling,track engineering

how long do these take roughly?

will deff have a look

thanks all

[ColdoRS]

RedAndy said:

thanks for the link.

is it hard to start at 44yrs old because wife /house /kids hold you back, or because "youre too old, granddad"

Im 44... quite keen to try it actually!

Definitely not too old. The maths in the degree got a bit heavy at times but I'm sure with your age and (I assume!) maturity, you would get your head down and work it out. With regards to the job, 44 is not old at all assuming you're reasonably fit and healthy, enough to pass the medicals and complete the safety courses (fire fighting, sea survival etc...).

Onboard, you would be an older junior officer than most but if you're smart and likeable and can take some banter and instruction from the younger men, it will be fine.

[RenPug]

Mirinjawbro said:

RenPug said:

Automotive Glazing?

We do apprentice schemes, although there is no age limit on these they are aimed more at school leavers, however we do also take on unskilled people and train them up.

Once trained you can expect to come in to site in the morning to load up for the day then you're out and about on your own to complete the jobs for the day. Occasionally with another technician for some of the larger fitments.

Mon - Fri with 1 Saturday in 4. If you want to volunteer for additional jobs on an evening or weekend you can and get paid per job, if you don't want to and would rather just do your normal hours that's fine too.

will check it out, thanks

Feel free to PM me if you want some info.

[Giantt]

Mirinjawbro said:

Giantt said:

Finning, caterpillar agent in UK,also Canada,lots of jobs going abroad once through your time
Doosan Babcock,power generation
Network Rail,signalling,track engineering

how long do these take roughly?

will deff have a look

thanks all

3/4 years I'd have thought, depends what skills you go in with,start off college, work with experienced hand,then start taking on more responsibility

[161BMW]

BMW Apprentice Scheme either with Manufacturer or Main Dealer.

[Rushjob]

One of my brothers has just packed in working most of his life in the restaurant trade at 54 and is now enjoying life on the production line at JCB!

[MrAverage]

Utilities seem to offer good apprenticeship schemes.

I joined a dno on a training scheme (graduate) and has been my best move so far, 30 months training then into a permanent role.

Have a look what your local DNO has going, ours do apprenticeships for no experience, experienced and graduates.

[expensivegarms]

MrAverage said:

Utilities seem to offer good apprenticeship schemes.

I joined a dno on a training scheme (graduate) and has been my best move so far, 30 months training then into a permanent role.

Have a look what your local DNO has going, ours do apprenticeships for no experience, experienced and graduates.

You'll work for the same DNO as me then!

Agree with the above. I came into the business as an 'experienced apprentice', basically already had some skills and work experience before I joined. Trained as a jointer, recently got a new job closer to home as a field engineer, although yet to start.

Training is brilliant, colleagues are decent, DNO life can be fast paced, and you definitely get out what you put in. Money is good too, although if you're on the tools, you have to put the hours in and actually be there.

All in all its a great place to be, loads of room for progression if you're that way inclined. I'll be here until I retire I expect!

[Mirinjawbro]

MrAverage said:

Utilities seem to offer good apprenticeship schemes.

I joined a dno on a training scheme (graduate) and has been my best move so far, 30 months training then into a permanent role.

Have a look what your local DNO has going, ours do apprenticeships for no experience, experienced and graduates.

who did you train with?

[croyde]

DNO?

Only asking as it may be an idea for my kids. 23, 20 and nearly 18.

[Gary C]

EDF do some decent programs, and with Sizewell C on the horizon, there is plenty of scope for advancement.

I started as an apprentice craftsman (with the CEGB though) and am now in charge of a couple of reactors when I am shift manager.