The Mid Ulster LMP through consultation with local industry stakeholders identified the need for a HGV/PCV Transport Employment Academy to support industry supply chains by addressing HGV and coach/bus driver shortages, specifically targeting participants who are:
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Mid Ulster District Council residents
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Over the age of 21
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Holders of a full valid driving licence for a minimum of five years with no more than 3 penalty points.
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Unemployed or underemployed (working less than 16 hours per week) or at risk of redundancy.
The Academy is fully funded and 12 participants have the opportunity to gain a HGV licence (Class 2) or coach licence (PCV) and a guaranteed job interview with a local company with HGV/PCV vacancies.
Applications are now closed.
For further information, contact People 1st by telephone on 07857 211977 or email the People 1st team.
Are you a Mid Ulster Employer?
Are you struggling with recruitment and retention of staff?
We are currently seeking to engage local employers who can offer interview/s for participants who gain their HGV/PCV licence through the Academy.
As well as gaining the required licence, all participants will be job ready having had employability training and development via the Academy’s mentorship element – this dedicated mentoring will continue for a further six-month period to ensure sustainability of employment.
How to get involved:
For further information, contact People 1st by telephone on 07857 211977 or email the People 1st team.