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Pendle councillors are calling for action to protect advanced engineering skills and develop future businesses in east Lancashire. The Rolls Royce Bankfield site in Barnoldswick is being downsized, but the global aerospace sector continues to grow and diversify, with developments in areas like artificial intelligence, electric propulsion, and new materials. Lib-Dem councillors Mick Strickland and David Hartley are urging the council to convene a meeting of interested parties to pursue new opportunities in renewable energy technologies that complement the existing engineering base. They note the historical significance of Rolls Royce in Barnoldswick and the impact of its apprenticeship program. Despite the downsizing, Pendle has around 3,000 small and medium-sized firms supporting engineering excellence. Councillors across party lines agree that it's crucial to retain and develop these specialized skills, with a focus on green technologies. They aim to work with the new MP, Jonathan Hinder, to attract innovative businesses to the area. As the aerospace sector is projected to grow from $328 billion to $430 billion by 2025, Pendle has an opportunity to harness its engineering expertise and become a hub for advanced manufacturing once again.

Mit dieser Investition zeigt die Koehler Group einmal mehr, dass sie die Weichen für die Zukunft nachhaltig stellt. So proud to be a part of it… #apprenticeship #paperforthefuture #bestplacetolearn #lovepaper #koehler

Has Anyone else Noticed these Posts about Apprentices starting today at Companies in Europe? This is about he third one I've seen already, it would be awesome to see these posts coming from companies in North America. I know we have a long, long way to go to develop a system for apprentices similar to what they do in Europe. But we have to start somewhere and at some time! Let's continue to educate about the skilled trades and change perceptions. It's going to take a group effort from those of in the skilled trades to push this along. Keep supporting people like Andrew Bird and sharing his videos! #skilledtrades #careers #future #nextgenskilledtrades

The Story of the Three Apprentices In a quiet village, a wise craftsman decided to train three apprentices in the art of building. One day, he called them together and said, “I have received a request to construct a grand structure in a distant city. The instructions for the project are clear, and I will teach you everything you need to know to succeed. In a month’s time, the clients will evaluate your work, and your future will depend on the quality of your preparation.” The Craftsman’s Instructions: ✅ He provided detailed blueprints, showing every measurement and design. ✅ He demonstrated the skills needed, from carving stone to assembling frames. ✅ He emphasized, “Follow these plans exactly. If you do, your work will stand firm and earn you great rewards.” The Apprentices’ Responses: The Diligent Apprentice ✅ This apprentice listened carefully, practiced daily, and studied the blueprints intently. He worked hard, knowing the importance of following the craftsman’s guidance. The Overconfident Apprentice ❌ This apprentice skimmed through the blueprints, thinking, “I’ve watched the craftsman long enough—I don’t need to follow every detail.” He spent more time relaxing than practicing. The Negligent Apprentice ❌ This apprentice paid no attention to the instructions, dismissing them as unnecessary. He didn’t practice or study and instead wasted his days on trivial pursuits. The Outcome: The Diligent Apprentice: ✅ When the time came, his structure was solid, beautiful, and perfectly aligned with the blueprints. The clients were impressed and rewarded him generously. The Overconfident Apprentice: ❌ His structure was incomplete, with crooked walls and weak foundations. The clients rejected his work, leaving him disappointed and regretful. The Negligent Apprentice: ❌ His worksite was a disaster. Without any preparation, he had nothing to present. The clients dismissed him entirely, and he walked away empty-handed. A Reflection: The villagers spoke of the apprentices for many years. They said: “The wise craftsman gave them everything they needed to succeed, but only one truly valued his guidance. The others learned too late that preparation and action are the keys to building something that lasts.” And so, the villagers reminded one another: Blueprints are useless unless followed, and the reward is only for those who prepare.

Ich finde es klasse, das sich Natalie Mekelburger Zeit für die Auszubildenden nimmt. Merken diese dann auch, das sie gesehen werden und auch wichtig für das Unternehmen sind. Das man sich auch ihre Wünsche, Fragen und vielleicht auch Probleme nicht nur anhört, sondern auch mit Rat und Tat zur Seite steht. #apprenticeships #azubisstellenfragen #youngtalents #weiterentwicklung

I'm sharing because while the 10k is good news it actually highlights how bad the apprentice system is in Australia. As Anthony Albanese says in the ABC story: "Right now, a first-year carpentry apprentice earns about two-thirds of the minimum wage … As a number have said, they could earn a lot more stacking shelves in their local supermarket." So why is that allowed to happen? It's wrong, right? To make things worse, apprentice carpenters also have to buy their own tools, which cost a fortune, have their own vehicle, and pay for petrol to get to sites, which can be in the middle of nowhere. The first couple of years can be awful with apprentices used as cheap labour carting heavy gear around sites. That's because they are cheaper to hire than actual labourers. Governments, state and federal, are always talking up apprenticeships, how great they are, but never addressing the core issues of abysmal pay and often poor conditions. Like Albanese says, you may as stack shelves in a supermarket. Less pressure and more pay. I know this because my eldest son was an apprentice carpenter who is now painting houses. https://lnkd.in/gMQ9-NeD

Da es immer schwieriger wird, Auszubildende zu finden, ist ein Betriebspraktikum gerade auch für kleinere und mittlere Unternehmen eine gute Möglichkeit die Schüler und Schülerinnen über die verschiedenen Ausbildungsberufe und die jeweiligen Aufgaben zu informieren. Diese Möglichkeit wird allerdings von vielen Ausbildungsbetrieben bisher noch nicht im geeigneten Maße genutzt. Hier gibt es also noch einiges zu tun. #ausbildung #praktikum #schule #berufsorientierung #infoblatt #praktikumsformate #beruf #schülerpraktikum