AceOn commits to supporting local skills and talent

Green energy pioneer AceOn has received a boost to its workforce with two new work experience students joining its manufacturing team, further demonstrating the organisation’s commitment to supporting the development of local skills and talent.

Molly Clinton and Aidan Guy, who are both studying towards the Engineering Level 2 T-Level course at Telford College, will join the team on a weekly basis as part of the work experience programme towards their college studies.

Both Molly and Aiden secured the opportunity by demonstrating their commitment to their studies and enthusiasm for engineering. The pair will be working on the shop floor, supporting the manufacturing team in producing a variety of AceOn products.

Following the students’ first day, AceOn managing director, Mark Thompson said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the students into the AceOn team, and we know how important it is to capture and strengthen any student’s interest in the engineering sector, particularly during their education.

“With reports showing that upwards of 90 per cent of organisations are struggling to find workers with the right skills and the recruitment process taking longer and costing more, we’re keen to welcome in the next generation of engineering students early in their career to harness their potential.”  

Lora Rogers, recruitment specialist for apprenticeships at Telford College, added: “Molly and Aiden will now have the opportunity to apply their classroom knowledge in a real work environment, which will make them more employable and experienced.”

The students will cover topics including principles of engineering, milling, turning and welding during their T-Level programme, which can then be progressed into a certificate in Engineering Level 3.

The new recruits at AceOn follow swiftly on from the recent welcome of two additions to the team through the Kickstart scheme, with more roles currently being hired for.