www.adiltd.co.uk Adi Group has announced that 10% of its workforce are now in apprenticeship positions, and thereby maintaining a commitment to foster development and innovation within the engineering industry. The firm says that with a long-standing dedication to upskilling the next generation with ‘quality apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship schemes’, it has consistently prioritised the development of opportunities that differ from traditional academic routes, helping create practical and valuable paths to a rewarding engineering career.

Adi has continuously achieved and exceeded its pledge to have 5% of its workforce in apprenticeship positions, honouring its status as a ‘Gold member’ of ‘The 5% Club’. Last year saw Adi’s biggest apprentice intake to date, with 19 full-time apprentices recruited, one of whom enrolled in the scheme after completing Adi’s pre-apprenticeship programme.

Adi’s CEO Alan Lusty said: “Apprenticeships play a crucial part in the success of our organisation, and they have done so since its inception. We have come incredibly far since the start of our apprenticeship academy, continuously developing it as well as creating a groundbreaking pre-apprenticeship scheme to complement it and further enhance and diversify our offering.

“Our objective is to invest in the future of engineering, contribute to closing the widening STEM skills gap, and dispel outdated myths about engineering for the long-term benefit of the industry. We aim to provide platforms that open doors to opportunities for young people to access, progress, and develop within their engineering careers — especially individuals that may otherwise not be able to access them.

“Apprenticeships play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engineering, offering a hands-on, experiential learning pathway that complements theoretical knowledge; and crucially they help bridge the gap between academic education and practical application, equipping aspiring engineers with the skills and expertise necessary for success in the field.

“We want to facilitate the transfer of knowledge from our seasoned professionals to the next generation, ensuring a continuity of expertise, whether they want to embark on an engineering career within Adi or with other engineering firms. It is about providing young people with valuable, accessible opportunities to enter the industry.”

The firm currently has 14 apprentices due to finish the scheme in early 2024, and are likely to be offered full-time roles within the Group. Further information about Adi Group’s pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship schemes can be found at the website here.