Economy Minister has welcomed the second in a
series of three Collaborative Assured Skills Academies in
Robotics and Automation to be delivered by South West College
(SWC).
Funded by the Department for the Economy, SWC is offering an
opportunity for 12 individuals to receive industry advised
Robotics and Automation training that will provide them with the
skills to take up potential Robotics and Automation roles with
companies in Dungannon and the surrounding area.
Encouraging all who are interested and eligible to apply the
Minister said: “People with skills in Robotics and
Automation are in high demand in our local engineering and
manufacturing sector as demonstrated by the number of local
companies supporting this Academy.
“This is an excellent opportunity for people to obtain
the skills they need, through an industry-recognised
qualification, and position them very strongly to kick-start a
new career in a much sought after occupation.
“With no previous experience required and a £52.50 weekly
training allowance for the duration of the Academy, as well as
help with travel and childcare costs I would urge anyone who is
interested to apply.”
Celine McCartan, SWC Principal and Chief Executive, said: “We are
thrilled to announce the launch of our second Assured Skills
Academy, dedicated to advancing Industry 4.0 expertise. This
academy will empower aspiring professionals with advanced skills
in robotics, automation, data analytics, cyber security, and
smart manufacturing—areas essential to today's tech-driven
economy.
“Through close collaboration with local industry partners, we've
designed a curriculum that meets the evolving demands of our
regional workforce. Participants will benefit from immersive,
hands-on training with the latest industrial technologies,
preparing them for rewarding careers that bolster both innovation
and productivity. This initiative underscores our commitment to
driving economic growth and expanding opportunities for the
community in the age of digital transformation.”
Successful participants will attend a 14-week part time intensive
training course delivered by SWC at their dedicated training
facility in Dungannon where they will study ETCAL Level 2
Preparing and Using Industrial Robots and Level 2 Assembling and
Testing Fluid Systems.
Following completion of the training, participants will be
guaranteed an interview to take up a Robotics and Automation
position at one of the supporting companies.
The part time Academy will be delivered between Monday 6 January
and Friday 11 April 2025. Training will be delivered on Monday
and Wednesday evenings between 6.00pm and 9.00pm, and Friday
afternoons 2.00pm to 5.30pm.
More information on eligibility and details on how to apply can
be found at www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/part-time-robotics-and-automation-academy
The online application form must be completed by 12.00 noon on
Friday 6 December 2024.
All applicants must be at least 18 years old by Monday 6 January
2025 and eligible to work in the UK at the time of application.
By applying for a place on this pre-employment training
programme, participants are committing to pursuing a job
opportunity with one of the employers supporting this Academy.
For further information please email your enquiry
to assuredskills@economy-ni.gov.uk
Notes to editors:
1. The supporting companies are:
- AIC - Armagh
- Axon - Dungannon
- BMI - Dungannon
- BSK - Dungannon
- Grenier - Dungannon
- Keystone Lintels - Cookstown
- Mannock - Derrylin
- Mallaghan - Dungannon
- RM - Dungannon
- SFM - Keady
- Specdrum - Dungannon
- Strickland - Dungannon
2. Assured Skills is a pre-employment training programme run by
the Department for the Economy. More information is available on
the Department's Assured Skills Programme page at www.economy-ni.gov.uk/articles/assured-skills-programme
