Course Overview
In line with the opening of Lound Civil Engineering Centre on the Suffolk/ Norfolk border the college will be working with Flannery Plant Hire to deliver Plant Operator Bootcamps. Delegates will be supported to undertake their CSCS card, as well as develop knowledge in behavioural safety, site behaviours and work readiness.
This bootcamp is designed for those seeking to gain skills to enter the sector as well as those looking to upskill current skills.
Machine categories available include:
- Rollers
- Forward Tipping Dumpers
- Dump Trucks
Eligibility criteria:
Currently, we are only able to offer this role to applicants who live in Suffolk or Norfolk.
You must:
- Be aged 19+
- Have the right to work in the UK/have a National Insurance number
- Not be enrolled on other funded training such as an apprenticeship, Higher Education or Kick-Start, Re-Start
- Be a current resident in Norfolk or Suffolk
- Have lived in the UK/EU for at least three years or have the right to live and work in the UK
Start Date
February / March 2024
Course Duration
2-3 Weeks
Training Method
Classroom and industry visits
Fully Funded*
If you are aged 19+, this course is fully funded by New Anglia, so there is no cost to you.
No Experience Required
There is no industry experience required for this course.
Aged 19+
Skills Bootcamps are specifically targeted at candidates aged 19+ years of age.
Guaranteed Job Interview
We will guarantee you a job interview with a leading engineering employer in Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and surrounding areas.
Comprehensive Industry Experience
Throughout the programme, you will work with numerous local employers to visit their factories and have expert industry masterclasses.
The course is fully funded*
The course is funded by New Anglia LEP so there is no cost to you!
*if you are currently employed in the sector, the course will cost 10%
Unlock new and transferable skills
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Obtain essential industry certificates
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Progression opportunities
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Where this course will take you
This course has been co-developed with industry. The below partners are just some of those who have supported us to provide site visits and masterclass days during the the course to showcase the plant & civil engineering sector and job roles available to you!
Supporting Employers
Course Content
Delegates will be supported to undertake their CSCS card, as well as develop knowledge in behavioural safety, site behaviours and work readiness.
Student Support
Every student will need support, advice and guidance at some time during their training and studies. It might be for transport information, learning support, a friendly constructive ear to discuss worries or counselling to support overcoming more serious issues. Our highly-trained advisors will be able to help – and if they believe you need more support, they have access to a wide network of external agencies who will have the answer.
- Provision of wrap-around support.
- Transport and supervision to all off-site visits.
- Weekly monitoring
FAQs
The course team will support where possible study alongside part time work. This will be assessed on an individual basis
The college will undertake initial assessments to ensure that you are supported in your studies.
On successful completion of the course, you will be invited to employer interviews. Employer decisions are final as part of the last stage.
The college will support students as far as possible.
The funding for this course is 19 years and over but please contact the college for further advice on other courses.
Start your application to secure a place on this free, industry-leading, Plant & Civil Engineering Bootcamp.
