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24/08/2023
Free Training Programme For Transport Sector
A free programme for people to train as lorry or bus drivers has been announced by Belfast City Council, as part of its employability and skills programme.
The Transport Employment Academy is delivered by the council in partnership with a range of Belfast based transport employers including Translink, and the Education Authority, with support from the Belfast Labour Market Partnership.
More than 80 per cent of previous academy participants have found employment as drivers.
Chair of Belfast City Council's City Growth and Regeneration Committee, Councillor Clíodhna Nic Bhranair explains: "We've made a commitment in our Belfast Agenda to help Belfast people access jobs and fulfil their potential. So, we'll give those selected to take part in the Transport Academy all the practical training they need to get the licences, tests and other skills to begin a career in transport, including theory tests and practical tests for HGV and LGV.
"We also cover AccessNI, medical, test and licensing fees, help with travel and subsistence, and give application form support and interview skills where that's needed. If you complete the Transport Employment Academy, you're guaranteed a job interview, or the support needed to become self-employed – so it's a fantastic opportunity for Belfast residents who have a full driving licence, and are currently unemployed, or working less than 16 hours per week."
Now in its fourth year, the free training programme is inviting applications from Belfast residents who would like to secure employment as lorry drivers for haulage companies, bin lorry drivers for Belfast City Council and bus drivers for Translink and the Education Authority.
For more information and to register, go to www.belfastcity.gov.uk/employmentacademies
The Transport Employment Academy is delivered by the council in partnership with a range of Belfast based transport employers including Translink, and the Education Authority, with support from the Belfast Labour Market Partnership.
More than 80 per cent of previous academy participants have found employment as drivers.
Chair of Belfast City Council's City Growth and Regeneration Committee, Councillor Clíodhna Nic Bhranair explains: "We've made a commitment in our Belfast Agenda to help Belfast people access jobs and fulfil their potential. So, we'll give those selected to take part in the Transport Academy all the practical training they need to get the licences, tests and other skills to begin a career in transport, including theory tests and practical tests for HGV and LGV.
"We also cover AccessNI, medical, test and licensing fees, help with travel and subsistence, and give application form support and interview skills where that's needed. If you complete the Transport Employment Academy, you're guaranteed a job interview, or the support needed to become self-employed – so it's a fantastic opportunity for Belfast residents who have a full driving licence, and are currently unemployed, or working less than 16 hours per week."
Now in its fourth year, the free training programme is inviting applications from Belfast residents who would like to secure employment as lorry drivers for haulage companies, bin lorry drivers for Belfast City Council and bus drivers for Translink and the Education Authority.
For more information and to register, go to www.belfastcity.gov.uk/employmentacademies
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