Stephen Metcalfe, local MP for
South Basildon and East Thurrock, has welcomed DP World London Gateway’s new
apprenticeship scheme which was launched today at the site in Thurrock.
The local MP was joined at the
launch by Thames Gateway Minister, Brandon Lewis, to advertise the six
apprenticeships on offer and to raise the profile of the many other job
opportunities available at London Gateway.
The London Gateway team are
looking for six apprentices to undertake a four year paid programme combining
academic study, training and practical work experience in engineering. Each
apprentice will receive an annual salary and leave the scheme with a nationally
recognised NHC in engineering.
Mr Metcalfe commented: “This
scheme is exactly what we need to inspire the next generation of engineers in
South Basildon and East Thurrock. We have a global company investing heavily in
our local area and I am delighted that young people will be able to reap the
benefits of this.”
“I am passionate about driving
forward skills growth in my constituency and hope that young people throughout
South Basildon and East Thurrock will apply for this opportunity of a
lifetime.”
During the launch, Brandon
Lewis MP and Stephen Metcalfe MP were shown London Gateway’s quay cranes,
amongst the largest in the world, and had the chance to see what working at
London Gateway would be like. A group of potential candidates from South Essex
College were also given a site tour by the London Gateway team.
Simon Moore, CEO, DP World
London Gateway, said: “We are now looking for six candidates with a passion for
engineering and then we’ll do the rest. The team at DP World London Gateway is
committed to delivering highly skilled jobs to the local area and this is a
great opportunity to learn and gain valuable experience and qualifications.
These opportunities are just some of many already offered, as we have many jobs
across different skills available now.”
South Essex College of Higher
Education, with campuses in Thurrock, Basildon and Southend-on-Sea will be the
provider of the apprenticeship scheme.
Angela
O’Donoghue, Principal and Chief Executive at South Essex College, said: “We are
delighted to be delivering Advanced Engineering Apprenticeships with such a
major employer. These are really exciting times for the area and we are
thrilled to be part of it. There’s no better way to back young people’s
aspirations than an apprenticeship; it is an investment in the skills that will
make a huge difference to their careers.”
Mr Metcalfe added: “To find
out more, please visit DP World’s emerging talent website: http://emergingtalent.dpworld.co.uk/.
The closing date for the scheme is 14th June so start your
applications now!”
