CSCS ceased issuing the Construction Related Occupation Card (CRO Card) on 1st April 2017 and cards that expire can no longer be renewed. Former card holders must now take an NVQ relevant to their work and then apply for the CSCS Skilled Worker Card (Blue Card). Former CRO card holders whose work does not fall…
DetailsWe’re pleased to announce another Groundwork Apprenticeship vacancy with a landscaping firm based in Croft near Warrington. As a groundwork apprentice, you’ll receive training and on-the-job experience while earning a weekly wage. This position comes with 20 days paid holiday a year. Groundwork is a vital part of the construction industry and groundworkers are often…
DetailsDMR Training welcomes the decision by the UK government and European Union to guarantee the rights of EU citizens living in the UK as well as UK citizens in the EU. We greatly appreciate the contribution of EU citizens to the British economy, including the construction industry, and look forward to continuing our relationship with…
DetailsWe are delighted to announce that we are joining forces with ProCo to offer learners and employers easier access to an extended range of construction training and assessment services. And the best news is that you can access this training now – there’s no need to wait until September! We have…
DetailsWe’re excited to announce that we’ve got five summer work experience places to fill on a construction and maintenance project in Wigan. If you and your friends are interested in a construction career and haven’t made plans for your summer holidays yet, this is definitely worth considering. WHAT YOU’LL GET: Hands on experience and training…
DetailsWe grabbed five minutes this week with our very own office administrator Jasmin and asked her a few questions about her business administration apprenticeship (which she recently finished with flying colours)! Stayed tuned to the end for Jasmin’s top four tips for young people looking to get onto an apprenticeship.
We’re now enjoying the benefits of being a new member of Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. The GM Chamber is based in Manchester City Centre and is the largest in the UK with 4500+ members. In December 2017 it won Chamber of the Year. We’d encourage other local businesses in Leigh and Wigan to check…
DetailsWe’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be supporting Leigh Centurions’ bid to reclaim their Super League place this year as 2018 sock sponsor. Socks may be the lowest part of the kit but our logo is closest to the boots that will hopefully be kicking the Centurions back into the Super League. It’s also a…
DetailsThe CITB recently annouced some big changes to way it administers its grants scheme. We’ve created a FAQ sheet to keep you in the loop. > Download this guide as a PDF Why has the CITB grants scheme been revised and updated? The construction industry is facing a number of challenges over the next…
DetailsJust before Christmas we interviewed Sam C, one of our construction groundwork apprentices. We asked him what he did after leaving school and why he decided to pursue a career in construction groundwork. Big thanks to Fitfield Ltd, Sam’s employer, for letting us have 30 minutes with him on site.
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