Robin Whitehead, business development and strategic projects director at Boulting Technology explains how engineering companies and manufacturers should change their recruitment strategy as Generation Z joins the workforce.

Andrew Lufkin joined Essex-based Pacepacker Services Ltd as an apprentice engineer in 2011. Aged just 20 at the time, he liked the idea of earning while he learned without the worry of taking on soaring university debt. PWE reports.

Brian Booth, VP of the Water Treatment Innovation Platform of global water, energy and maintenance solutions provider, NCH Europe, gives a snapshot view of what 35 years in engineering has taught him.

Engineering employers predict education system won’t keep up with technological change. PWE reports.

High rates of youth unemployment have created an abundance of available talent for entry-level positions. As a result, hiring managers can be increasingly particular in their requirements, demanding specific credentials and experience in the hunt for the ‘perfect’ candidate – an individual described in recruitment circles as a ‘purple squirrel’. Carl Plant, CEO of technology expert bITjAM, explains why the time has come for recruiters to move beyond the CV.
 


After attending a See Inside Manufacturing open day at Schaeffler UK in 2012, 18-year old Liam Smith is now enjoying life as an engineering apprentice toolmaker at the company’s Llanelli plant in South Wales. PWE reports.

Three years ago Stephen Thompson embarked on an apprenticeship at William Cook Precision Ltd but already he is running his own section and passing on his knowledge to others. PWE reports.

The majority of capable engineers are expected to climb the corporate ladder during their career, yet less than half of companies have a formal management training programme and a third are expected to learn on the job. Neil Lewin, learning & development consultant at Festo Training & Consulting reports.

PWE spoke to Mike Cogan, head of engineering training at EMK Educational & Environmental Services Ltd, about its BOAS training courses for boiler plant managers.

The organisation responsible for developing skills in the UK’s nuclear energy sector has outlined its plans to chemical and process engineers as the country prepares to build 12 new nuclear reactors by 2030. PWE reports.

Hundreds of young people from around the UK have been given the chance of a secure future thanks to the work of a North East training provider.

Advances in the technology of steam plant control have brought enormous improvements to the efficiency and cost effectiveness of steam as a heating medium. However, getting the most from such advanced control systems demands high quality training of plant operators. PWE reports.

A recent survey undertaken by Festo Training shows that the UK manufacturing and engineering sector is still experiencing a shortage of skilled labour and that it is middle management that is plugging the shortfall. PWE report.