Teesworks: Students get insight into job opportunities
The learners, who are part of the Teesside Clean Energy Technician scholarship programme, were given the opportunity to explore the site to gain insight into the various job prospects it offers.
They are currently on a two-year course created by Redcar and Cleveland College in association with bp.
Students overlook the giant SeAH Wind monopile facility (Image: Submitted)
The course allows the students to earn while they learn and prepares them for future roles in renewable and low carbon industries.
The scholarship programme, which is conducted at the college, provides practical experience using advanced technologies in its Clean Energy Education Hub.
It also familiarises the students with various sectors within clean energy.
As the first batch of students nears the end of their two-year course, the Teesworks Skills Academy joined forces with Redcar and Cleveland College to organise an opportunities day.
This event showcased potential job opportunities at the Teesworks site and highlighted forthcoming apprenticeship programmes that could help shape their future career paths.
The students, who are between 16 and 18 years old, are now considering a range of options including employment opportunities, apprenticeships, T Level courses, or pathways into higher education.
Neil Young, Teesside Freeport skills and workforce development manager, said: “It was inspiring to meet the Teesside Clean Energy Technician scholars and showcase the exciting transformation underway at Teesworks.
“We delved into the site’s history, explored ongoing construction and operations, and highlighted key job opportunities in areas like offshore wind, project engineering, and more.
“It’s crucial to inspire young people about the career possibilities right here in the Tees Valley, and Teesworks is proud to play a role in creating a thriving future for the region.”
Ebony Roberts, one of the scholars, said: “The course has been fantastic.
“Iβve built up a lot of skills and gained valuable hands-on experience in both my first year where we covered mechanical engineering and this year where we focused on electrical engineering.
“I knew there was going to be a lot of construction already underway at Teesworks but Iβm surprised by the vast amount of work that has already been done and is ongoing.”
Aidan Ramzan, a 17-year-old from Ingleby Barwick, said: “I was thinking about going onto university or continuing in education but when I came onto site and saw all the construction and preparation work that has already been done.
“It pushes me towards getting an apprenticeship with one of the local companies that will be here as I think that will be the perfect transition from my scholarship.”
Teesworks Limited chairman Chris Musgrave said: “Teesworks is an investment in the future of our region.
“Itβs not just about the jobs on site which are currently operational, but weβre putting the building blocks in place for future generations and future-proofing skills in green industries.”
Teesworks is expected to create 20,000 jobs during construction, operation and in the supply chain.