Apprenticeship search launched by Northern – weeks before being taken over

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Arriva Rail North, Northern, is looking for the next generation of rail workers.

The rail operator has launched its search for new apprentices, including 16 engineering technicians and young people to work in train planning and station operations.

Northern currently has 48 engineering apprentices, based in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle.

There are also ten operational apprentices working across the network.

The apprenticeship programme is open for applications until 13 March. Applicants need to have at least four GCSEs with predicted grades of A-C or 9-5 which must include maths, English and science and technology.

For more information about the application process and to apply, please visit www.northernrailway.co.uk/corporate/careers

What did the officials say?

Ben Ackroyd, Engineering Director at Northern, said:

“Our apprenticeship scheme is the perfect gateway for young people looking to start their career.

“Starting as Rail Engineering Technician Apprentices, those on the scheme have the opportunity to follow a range of different career paths. Once qualified, our former apprentices can work with Northern with the production teams – perhaps as a maintenance engineer or technical engineer – or can move to other areas of the business where their skills are valued.”

Ben added:

“Northern is committed to investing in the future and our apprenticeship scheme not only gives young people a clear career path, it also secures the next generation of engineers and operation teams for an ever-growing industry.

“Our latest intake will also have the benefit of getting to work on a fleet which is being enhanced by a £600m investment. We have already introduced more than 60 of our 101 brand new trains, are bring in innovative bi-mode trains and refurbishing the rest of our existing fleet.

“From an engineering and operational perspective there has never been a better time to work at Northern and we're looking for enthusiastic people to help us keep the north of England on the move.”

Helen Wright, Apprenticeship Manager at Northern, said:

“Working in the rail industry is a great place to start a career as there is an opportunity to transfer skills and experience gained as an apprentice in a wide range of roles across the business.”

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