Success stories

Gareth began his Advanced Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering in September 2003, and instantly became a crucial member of Dougal and Railton’s team in Northumberland.

Gareth’s role has involved learning the trade through working on site as a team member, whilst studying for his qualifications.

Gareth says: 'Being continually exposed to different teams and varying projects at work has taught me much more than I would have learnt if I didn’t have on the job training. It has allowed me to quickly gain good communication skills, and develop working relationships with colleagues at all levels of the company.'

Chris Burt, director of Dougal and Railton, says: 'Gareth has been involved in major projects for the company, where he has had important roles of responsibility, and truly demonstrated the benefits of training on the job.'

Gareth is currently half way through a degree in Building Services Engineering at Northumbria University. Excitingly, Gareth has just purchased a plot of land and using the skills learned from his apprenticeship, he plans to build his own house.

'One of the main benefits of doing an Apprenticeship has been the ongoing training I have received at college and at work.'