A total of 15 training places have been announced at a new Assured Skills Academy with Vertiv.

Funded by the Department for the Economy, the Vertiv Electrical Switchgear Assured Skills Academy, delivered in partnership with North West Regional College (NWRC), will see 15 successful applicants undergo a seven-week training course providing practical knowledge and real-world experience required to work in the electrical installation sector.

Training will include five weeks' intensive training at NWRC and two weeks' work-based training at the Vertiv site in Derry-Londonderry, blending college learning with experience in a working environment.

Graeme Wilkinson, Director of Skills at the Department for the Economy, said: "The Department is committed to building the local skills base as a key part of our economic recovery and Assured Skills Academies have a proven track record of success in this area. This Electrical Switchgear Academy with Vertiv and NWRC will see people train in the important area of electrical installation and receive industry-recognised qualifications that position them strongly for a career in this sector.

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"Successful applicants to the Academy will receive £175 per week training allowance, along with travel expenses and childcare assistance if eligible, and will be well placed to compete for a job upon completion. I urge anyone who is eligible and interested to apply for this exciting opportunity and wish all the participants the very best as they start their learning in this exciting industry."

Philip O' Doherty, Managing Director at Vertiv, said: "This Assured Skills Academy, supported by the Department for the Economy, offers a vital contribution to the North West region by providing industry standard pre-employment training in Electrical Switchgear. As a local employer, we are delighted to offer this opportunity for participants to work towards much sought-after qualifications in electrical installation. But this is just the beginning – Vertiv has plans for further recruitment and plans to bring over 180 jobs to the North West region which will have a significant impact on the lives of local people and the overall economy."

Successful participants in the Electrical Switchgear Academy will work towards a Level 2 entry level qualification in Electrical Installation (EAL) for work in the electrical switchgear sector and are guaranteed a job interview for a permanent operative with Vertiv. Offers of employment will be solely at the discretion of the company following the interview and any further employment checks the company may make.