In a continuation of its strong track record of recruiting apprentices, Nexus, which is the public body that owns and manages the Tyne and Wear Metro, is looking to recruit more apprentices this year.

Throughout the Nexus organisation there are vacancies for nine apprenticeships, and potential recruits are invited to apply now for this year’s intake at www.nexus.org.uk/apprenticeships, and the closing date for applications is Sunday 26 February. Last year the company recruited ten new apprentices.

Successful applicants for the apprenticeships will receive on-the-job training from experienced colleagues at the company’s bespoke Learning Centre in South Shields and via external training providers.

Apprenticeships are available for various roles including project management, human resources, data science, bus services, and Metro infrastructure maintenance including overhead line and structures.

Nexus’ track record in recruiting apprentices is one of success, with most recruits, after serving their time as trainees, progressing onto permanent full-time employment or higher-level training.

Head of Learning at Nexus, Heather Blevins, said: “We’re looking forward to welcoming a diverse mix of talented people who are keen to start careers in the transport industry in 2023. Apprenticeships are vital for the long-term future of Nexus.

“We are committed to developing early career paths, providing solid succession planning for critical roles. Apprenticeships are an ideal route both for us and the apprentice. They learn bespoke skills and competencies with a good chance of getting a permanent job at the end, and we gain skilled and engaged employees who see real career development.

“Apprentices get first class training, opening the door to a brilliant career in the railway and public transport industry. It is vital that we invest in training and development to ensure that we continue to deliver the essential services to our customers both now and in the future.”