Go-Ahead invests millions in engineering apprenticeships

Go-Ahead Group has made a multi-million-pound investment in engineering apprenticeships.

The goal of the investment is to create a clearer career pathway for emerging talent, increase the skills and knowledge of its

Two new engineering academies in London and Greater Manchester will support the apprenticeship programme and host training for current engineers.

Apprentices will initially learn about complex mechanical and electrical systems in classrooms and real-life settings before joining one of Go-Ahead’s operating companies to learn on the job, gaining a qualification and earning a wage. The programme will be delivered in partnership with S&B Automotive Academy and will include placements with some of Go-Ahead’s other manufacturing partners. Dedicated mentors will help guide and support recruits throughout the programme.

“Our investment will help create a clear career pathway for anyone interested in becoming an engineer. This includes women who are underrepresented in engineering” – Matt Carney, CEO Go-Ahead Bus

Matt Carney, CEO Go-Ahead Bus, said: “Engineers are absolutely crucial to our industry. Our investment will help create a clear career pathway for anyone interested in becoming an engineer. This includes women who are underrepresented in engineering, and I am very pleased to see that 20% of our first apprentices are women. This is a great start towards gender diversity. Our engineering academies will also develop our existing team of engineers, upskilling them so that they’re set up for success and provide leadership training to our emerging leaders. This means that as we grow and evolve, we will continue to have the best engineers in the industry, which is great for our teams and for our customers.”