Newton Rigg site has welcomed its first cohort of apprentices to the purpose-built Viberoptix Training Academy built at the former Newton Rigg Campus just outside Penrith.
Apprentices will gain telecoms qualifications through classroom and field-based learning and experience, providing the foundations for a career in the telecoms industry.
Learning and earning at the same time, new apprentices are the first of at least 90 trainees specialising in everything from surveying to cabling. All apprentices are set to be offered permanent employment on completion of their training.
Led by broadband provider Fibrus, alongside network build partner Viberoptix, the Training Academy at Newton Rigg, Penrith has opened its doors with local young people gaining formal qualifications and training in industry-specific careers.
Linda McMillan, Chief People Officer at Fibrus, said:
“Broadband connectivity is more important than ever and is crucial to levelling-up rural communities to give those in rural areas the same opportunities as those in bigger cities. We are proud of how our full fibre broadband rollout is progressing in Cumbria, and when we invest in a region, we ensure we go beyond providing much needed affordable high-speed broadband.
“The enrolment of the first apprentices at Newton Rigg this summer is a testament to our commitment to local communities. Alongside offering people in Cumbria essential full-fibre broadband connections, we’re committed to supporting the region with community grants, job creation and training opportunities. I am delighted that we’re creating new career pathways for local apprentices this year through our trusted partner Viberoptix.”
Claire McCay, HR Director at Viberoptix, said:
“We are delighted to welcome our first cohort of apprentices to our purpose-built Training Academy in Penrith. We know the history of Newton Rigg college and we’re proud to be able to bring a training facility back to the site, offering training and development and job opportunities to the local community.
“Our aim is to build for the future, not just building a fibre network, but helping people build their careers and futures in the telecoms industry. We recognise the importance and the impact that this UK government project will have on Cumbria, and we’re proud to be a part of it alongside Fibrus.”
If you would like to join the Viberoptix team, as the firms next apprentices, click the link for further information and to apply: https://viberoptix.com/jobs/apprenticeships
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