The ECITB has developed a new regulated qualification that enables new entrants into the Engineering Construction industry.
The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Engineering Construction Operations prepares candidates for employment as support operatives.
The qualification is designed to be completed in its entirety within a college or training centre that will then enable a safe progression into the workplace/employment.
It will verify learners are able to work safely in an engineering construction environment; prepare work areas, tools, materials and equipment; perform basic marking out and basic shaping activities; support the assembly, removal and dismantling of components and reinstate the work area after engineering construction activities.
They will also be able to interpret and follow documentation and procedures, maintain working relationships and communicate effectively.
Andrew Hockey, CEO of the ECITB, said: “The new qualification creates a first rung on the ladder for people to join the industry and is ideally suited to those learners who have not yet decided which pathway to pursue. It allows them to gain a good entry level grounding in engineering before progressing.
“Support operatives and labourers perform critical manual and support tasks that enable a project to run efficiently, safely and on schedule. “And the industry needs this pipeline of new workers.
“We are now calling to colleges and training providers in England to deliver these new qualifications and train the next generation.”
For more details about the qualification, please click here.