Mechanical apprentices end on-the-job training
ATECHNICAL sales engineer from Runcorn has completed the training of 50 final year mechanical apprentices at TTE Training Ltd.
Andrew Kilduff, of Lokring Technology, delivered the course for the young trainees at TTE Training Ltd.
TTE provides sponsored advanced level 3 apprenticeships in engi- neering, process engineering operations, laboratory operations and engineering level 2 study programmes.
Lokring is a specialist pipeworks and fittings manufacturer whose products do not need welding, thus aimed at reducing the risk of employee injury.
Andrew said: “This is the first time Lokring has offered this course for a training college.
“Apprentices are the next generation of industry talent and it’s essen- tial they they’re armed with new technologies and knowledge for when they start work on-site, especially in the current climate.
“Normally, this kind of training is undertaken by mechanical fitters and would be paid for by their employers, so we were keen to offer apprentices a skillset that would allow them to fully immerse themselves in the job from day one.”
He added: “Many of the apprentices on the training course have already secured jobs at local companies in the area, many of which also use Lokring products on site.
“The course gave the apprentices an insight into the technology behind Lokring and a solid understanding of how the fittings work, what makes them unique and how they can be advantageous when used on-site for repair, maintenance and new build projects.
“The training was extremely well received and I’m delighted that we could offer young people the opportunity to achieve an industry recognised certification, which could potentially help them secure future employment and improve their career prospects in engineering.”
Anne Cannon, TTE Training Ltd training manager, said: “Many companies believe that apprenticeships and the next generation of young people are crucial to growing their business.
“At TTE, we pride ourselves on our ability to offer ‘real life’ experiences, knowledge and expertise in our apprenticeship programmes, so we were delighted that Lokring delivered a unique skillset and knowledge base to our final year apprentices.
“By achieving this additional qualification, the apprentices are now well placed to begin their engineering careers with specialist insight into the tools likely to be used onsite.”