Hs2

There is an ongoing discussion in the industry relating to the skills gap an how we need to strengthen our UK skills base through apprenticeships, diversity and social engagement. HS2 Ltd’s strategic objectives in relation to skills provide a structure for mitigating this gap, however, there are still challenges associated with achieving all of the targets set. To understand...

Morson held a roundtable debate with HS2 and key representatives from the supply chain to discuss how we future-proof the rail industry in line with HS2’s skills, employment and education targets. A key note presentation from Neil Roberston, chief executive of the National Skills Academy for Rail (NSAR), detailed the skills challenges for HS2, focusing on labour demands Vs s...

There are fantastic project manager jobs available in the UK, with the chance to work on exciting projects in a variety of different sectors. Keep reading to find out more about the skills you’ll need to enter this field and to discover if a career as a project manager is the right fit for you. RATES £20-80k dependent on experience HOTSPOTS Hinkley Point C / HS2 QUALIFICATIO...

HS2 Ltd is committed to fostering and developing talent to create an engaged and highly-skilled workforce for the delivery of HS2. HS2 SKILLS GAP HS2’s vision and objectives, including its introduction of SEE outputs, mirrors the Department for Transport’s wider infrastructure skills strategy, which promises to support apprenticeships and training opportunities that deliver ...

We sat down to talk to Major Projects Quality Director at Balfour Beatty, Amanda McKay, to discuss her varied career and the challenges she faces as a transgender woman. Amanda started her career with a passion for geology and after securing her degree she worked as a mining engineer. Her career trajectory took a turn as she then spent 15 years in the army serving in Norther...

With Manchester Pride weekend around the corner, we take a closer look at Diversity in the Rail industry and the effect that improving diversity may have on the challenging skills gap. DIVERSITY IN RAIL HS2 will create sustainable job opportunities for local people, young people and those from diverse groups. Providing rewarding jobs and careers that are open to all in socie...

There are ample opportunities in the UK construction industry for groundworkers to get involved in projects of all shapes and sizes. Read on to find out more about the skills you’ll need and discover whether groundworker jobs are the right fit for you. RATES £15-29 dependent on experience HOT SPOTS Hinkley Point C / HS2 QUALIFICATIONS NVQ, City & Guilds, CPCS What do groundw...

Process plant machinery is widely used throughout the UK construction industry, creating many elementary process plant operator jobs opportunities for operators at all levels. Read on to find out more about the skills you’ll need and discover whether process plant operating is the right fit for you. RATES £17-40k dependent on experience HOT SPOTS Hinkey Point C/HS2 QUALIFICA...

HS2 is committed to supporting and promoting technical and professional learning through the greater availability and take-up of apprenticeships during construction and operation. Overcoming the negative perceptions around apprenticeships, especially those at lower levels, was a key theme on the agenda at our roundtable event held at the National College High-Speed Rail (NCH...

There is a high demand for electrical engineering jobs in the UK, thanks to a variety of projects planned around the country, as well as steady investment. Keep reading to find out more about the skills you’ll need and to find out if a career as an electrical engineer is the right fit for you. RATES £20-60k dependent on experience HOT SPOTS Hinkley Point C / HS2 QUALIFICATIO...