Final call to nominate an apprentice for a DfT Award

The DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards, taking place at the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival on 2 July 2025, shine a spotlight on apprentices who are going above and beyond – whether inspiring others, excelling in frontline roles, or demonstrating outstanding skill and growth. With just a few days to go until the entry deadline, now is the time to nominate an apprentice […]

New Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship boosts Cornwall’s construction sector

Cormac have launched a new Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship in partnership with Truro and Penwith College this October. This initiative addresses the skills shortage in the region’s construction and civil engineering sectors and provides essential training opportunities for the next generation of professionals. As infrastructure demands rapidly increase, this apprenticeship will nurture a […]

Cormac invests over £1m in training and development

Over the last 12 months, Cormac has shown commitment to delivering value for its communities by investing over £1 million in training and development. In 2022/23, the leading civil engineering, highway, and environmental services provider delivered 1,327 weeks of training. Cormac is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce, which is demonstrated in its […]

Local Grantham Southern Relief Road apprentice continues to shine

A Lincolnshire college student has earned an apprenticeship with Galliford Try following a 18-month work placement. Oscar Lacey, 18, had been a work placement student with Galliford Try from November 2021 to May 2023 before applying for an apprenticeship position following a successful second year at Lincoln College. Having achieved a Level 3 extended diploma […]

Tarmac rated ‘Outstanding’ on apprenticeship delivery

Tarmac’s learning and development team has received an Outstanding rating by Ofsted in its first full inspection of its apprenticeship provision. The apprenticeship programme delivered at Tarmac’s National Skills and Safety Park, located at Nether Langwith Quarry, near Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, received its first full inspection in early August and Tarmac is currently the only employer […]

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