Modern Apprenticeships

The Modern Apprenticeship (MA) scheme acts as a pathway, leading young people into employment and training, in the infrastructure industry.

View Modern Apprenticeships brochure

To find out more about the Modern Apprenticeship programmes for the infrastructure industry follow the links below.

Who's eligible?
The benefits for apprentices
The benefits for employers
Modern Apprenticeship programmes

To be eligible for a Modern Apprenticeship you must be

• Aged 16 to 21 years old when you begin your Modern Apprenticeship

• Employed in the infrastructure industry 

Make the Modern Apprenticeship scheme work for you!   A Modern Apprenticeship could be your passport to a successful future.

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There are lots of benefits of becoming a Modern Apprentice 

• Earn while you learn

• No student loan

• Get a career that will set you up for life

• Gain a nationally recognised qualification/s

• Learn from industry experts

• Have your own personalised training plan

• Get a personal mentor to guide you through your training 

To hear first hand about the benefits of the MA scheme from those who know, check out the Modern Apprentice case studies.

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There are benefits for employers too..

• Literacy and numeracy assistance

• Our Regional Managers guide the apprentice and company through the whole process with regular visits and assist in the development of personal training plans

• Our Regional Managers will also be available to answer any questions and help sort through any issues that may arise

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Modern Apprenticeship Programmes

• Agrichemical Application - Level 4

• Agricultural Contracting - Level 3

• Civil Plant Operation - Level 3

• Civil Plant Operation (Bulk Earthmoving) - Level 3

• Civil Plant Operation (Civil Construction Works) - Level 3

• Civil Construction Works (Forestry Earthworks) - Level 3

• Civil Construction Supervision - Level 4

• Civil Infrastructure Engineering (Civil Laboratory Technician) - Level 4

• Horizontal Directional Drilling - Level 3

• Infrastructure Pipelaying - Level 3

• Pavement Surfacing Asphalt Paving Machine Operation - Level 3

• Pavement Surfacing Asphalt Production - Level 3

• Pavement Surfacing Plant Operation - Level 3

• Roadmarking - Level 3

• Surveying (Assistant) - Level 3

• Water Reticulation (Service Person) - Level 3

A typical programme lasts 2-3 years, and generally comprises an introductory level qualification, followed by trade skills and knowledge gained while working towards a Level 3 or Level 4 National Certificate.

Make an apprenticeship work for you!
So, if you’re keen to start an exciting and challenging career or are looking to invest in your future workforce, contact your nearest regional manager is see how the modern apprenticeship scheme can work for you.

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