HHIC celebrates apprenticeships for ‘National Apprenticeship Week’ #NAW2015 National Apprenticeship Week (NAW2015) - takes place from 9-13 March 2015, and is designed to celebrate apprenticeships and the positive impact they have on individuals, businesses and the wider economy. Supporting the event, the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) will be showcasing a series of real life apprenticeship career profiles. The profiles demonstrate how an apprenticeship can provide; qualifications, career progression, excitement and crucially the experience and opportunity to work in a real life environment.
Meet Paige Name: Paige Boland Type of apprenticeship: Advanced Engineering Year started/completed: 2012- 2015 Company: Bosch 1.
What encouraged you to do an apprenticeship in your chosen field?
I have always had a hands-on approach to tasks and been interested in how things work or are made so I thought engineering would be a great career path for my future.
2. What are the most important skills your apprenticeship has taught you? The basic skills for Electrical and Mechanical engineering then I furthered my knowledge in a more mechanical and manufacturing background. I also learnt quickly how to integrate in a working environment and as part of a team. Cooperation and communication are also skills that have matured throughout my apprenticeship and since being in a working environment.
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What opportunities has your apprenticeship provided you with?
I have gained a lot of learning opportunities such as extra NVQ modules, qualifications and a fixed position within the company. This was a great achievement for myself as not all apprenticeships get a fixed job at the end of it.
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What has been your proudest achievement or highlight so far?
Achieving a Double Distinction in my National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering and recently completing my Higher National Certificate which I am now able to continue and do my Higher National Diploma. Also taking responsibility of the Laser Analysers daily and getting involved more within the calibration role.
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What advice would you give to young people unsure about an apprenticeship in your industry?
As a female in the engineering industry, I feel it is such a good career to progress into especially if it is something you are interested in and you are forever broadening your knowledge. There are many pathways within engineering and they are definitely worth researching into if you are unsure which would be most suitable for yourself.
Could you describe what your typical working day entails? For further information contact: -Jo, jo@eua.org.uk, 01926 513728. www.eua.org.uk www.centralheating.co.uk
Communication between different departments enquiring about calibration of equipment, mainly service engineers and R&D. Full responsibility of the calibration of the Laser Analysers which are done daily out on the shop floor. Repairing/ calibrating items within the Warndon and Service databases. Occasional projects such as new rig builds or implementing/ updating processes
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