A Dumbarton-based global pioneer in temporary power, temperature control, and energy solutions, Aggreko, is reaffirming its commitment to development, skills, and training as its successful apprentice program celebrates its latest class of graduates.
Andrew MacNaughton, Calum Michie, Lewis Chisholm, Derek Collie, and Rafal Fijalkowski will all be graduating from Aggreko’s apprentice program in Scotland, with all being offered permanent roles within the company.
developing talent
Aggreko is continuing its focus on developing talent by taking on its latest cohort of recruits, with a group of eight joining its apprenticeship schemes.
Following the success of previous years, the business has increased the class of 2023-24, with three more apprentices joining compared to last year.
three- to four-year program
2023 apprentices have supported the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Goodwood Festival, Rugby World Cup, and the Ryder Cup
The three- to four-year programs give participants on-the-job training throughout the business and see them attend university or college one day a week. Equipping learners with practical experience in all aspects of the business includes building new products, maintaining existing products, and supporting Aggreko’s ambition to provide new efficient technologies and greener upgrades to all sectors.
It also allows apprentices to travel and support Aggreko’s event business, where in 2023 apprentices have supported the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Goodwood Festival, Rugby World Cup, and the Ryder Cup to name a few.
hands-on skills and knowledge
When asked about his apprenticeship, Andrew MacNaughton, who is graduating in MA Engineering, said, “My experience within Aggreko was nothing short of amazing."
"I have gained invaluable hands-on skills and knowledge of the equipment and technology, which has equipped me for a career in engineering, and at the same time I have developed great people and communication skills."
broadening experiences
I can’t wait to learn from my colleagues and take up new opportunities to come in my career"
“I will be staying with Aggreko as I’m enjoying the work I carry out day to day. I can’t wait to learn from my colleagues and take up new opportunities to come in my career."
"Working for a global company means I have been fortunate enough to travel, which I enjoyed and would like to continue, so the opportunity to stay with Aggreko and broaden my experiences is one I couldn’t pass up!”
addressing the skills gaps
The apprenticeship program forms part of Aggreko’s wider commitment to addressing the skills gaps in engineering through training and development and instilling a passion for the industry in its global teams.
One such example is currently second-year apprentice Harley Higgins, who won Scottish Apprentice of the Year in March 2023 and was commended for having a huge passion for engineering.
Additional one-year program
Aggreko has apprentices throughout Europe, including in France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, the Americas, and Australia.
For 2024, the company is launching an additional one-year program in the Middle East for recent apprentice graduates either with Aggreko or with other organizations or recent university graduates with a technical or engineering degree.
enhanced customer experience
At Aggreko, we are committed to growing our talent and developing people with the skills for the future"
Head of Manufacturing at Aggreko, Kimberley Campbell said, “At Aggreko, we are committed to growing our talent and developing people with the skills for the future."
"With this scheme, we can provide the best talent to deliver an enhanced customer experience, supporting our delivery of sustainable solutions, greener products, alternative fuels, and services."
training and development
“We offer a skill set that does not only support the manufacture of our great assets, but we also provide the training and development to increase skills that are transferable to work throughout Aggreko."
"The hands-on experience, working skills acquired, the opportunity to travel to short- and long-term customer sites, and being able to earn while you learn make this scheme a great proposition for someone looking to break into the engineering world.”