Fabrication and Welding Modern Apprentices from the world renowned Babcock International Group, began their career journeys at Forth Valley College recently.
The 60 strong group underwent their induction on Monday 12 August, starting a new training relationship between FVC and the global firm, which has a major workshop in Rosyth.
Alison Miller, Early Careers Business Partner for Babcock International Group, said: “It was great to support our fabrication and welding apprentices during their first day at Forth Valley College recently. This year sees the largest intake of apprentices at our Rosyth site - part of a campaign to recruit 1000 new employees over four years, which includes 400 apprenticeships. This is our first year working with Forth Valley and we are really excited about this new partnership and look forward to building relationships, while watching our apprentices grow and develop throughout their time at the college.”
Caroline Hogg, FVC’s Head of Apprenticeships, said: "Forth Valley College is thrilled to collaborate with Babcock International Group on this unique apprenticeship program. We are excited to support their 60 apprentices as they embark on their journey in Fabrication and Welding. After months of close collaboration with Babcock to understand their specific business needs, we have crafted a bespoke training plan tailored to this apprenticeship program, which commenced on Monday 12 August 2024."
Mhairi Hay, Director of Curriculum for FVC’s Department of STEM and Construction, said: “It’s great to be working with a new employer and see the apprentices start their careers. The course has been designed with Babcock to ensure that their apprentices move forward with the right skills and knowledge to enter the workplace. We have embedded new technologies for the delivery including virtual welding systems to help deliver the programme in a more sustainable way.”