EDM launches new apprenticeship scheme for young engineers
Above: (left to right) Steve Grundy, Head of Production; Tony Bermingham, Managing Director and Tony Smith, Health & Safety Manager, with the five new apprentices.
Five apprentices between the ages of 16 and 18 years old began their careers with EDM last month. They will spend their first year full time at Oldham Training Centre (OTC) working towards an NVQ Level 2 in electrical and mechanical engineering. In their second year the apprentices will spend four days per week at EDM doing on-the-job training with one day per week spent at OTC to gain an NVQ Level 3. Years three to four will involve study towards a Level 3 Technical Certificate with a view to continuing in year five to achieve an HNC or Degree in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering.
After implementing a thorough selection process that included consideration of past academic performance, face to face interviews and various aptitude tests, just 20% of the candidates that applied were offered positions by EDM.
“Bringing through the next generation of talented engineers at EDM is vital to our future long-term success,” said Tony Bermingham, Managing Director of EDM. “As well as strong academic credentials, we look for a good attitude and energy in our apprentices. This first impressive group of young engineers has demonstrated these values in abundance and we’re delighted to welcome them to the EDM team.”
