APPRENTICESHIPS
GAINING PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS WHILE ON THE JOB - WE HEAR FIRST-HAND FROM THE APPRENTICES
JOSH FINLAY (CURRENT APPRENTICE)
WHAT I LOVE MOST IS THAT NO TWO DAYS ARE ALIKE
AND EVERY PROJECT PRESENTS ITS OWN UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND CONSTRAINTS
Working at Ridge as an apprentice for the last two years has been a great way of getting into the construction industry while learning and working at the same time. Ridge has supported me throughout my apprenticeship, providing support and guidance whether my days are in the office or at university. My colleagues, who come from varied experiences/backgrounds, are very generous in their support and guidance. Apprenticeships are a great way to get into the industry, especially for younger people that are starting their careers, allowing them to be paid for work while learning and studying for qualifications. I have worked on several exciting projects as an apprentice. I enjoy that every day is different, with opportunities to work on varied projects across the country. RIDGE HAS SUPPORTED ME THROUGHOUT MY APPRENTICESHIP, PROVIDING SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE WHETHER MY DAYS ARE IN THE OFFICE OR AT UNIVERSITY
Through my apprenticeship with Ridge, I got to work on a huge variety of projects, from small, high-end residential developments to a new RAF base and manufacturing facilities for Jaguar Land Rover overseas, plus everything in between. What I love most is that no two days are alike and every project presents its own unique challenges and constraints. In addition, as engineers, we're on the cutting edge of combatting the effects of climate change. It's a field where I'm constantly learning and making an impact, so I’m delighted I took that initial step into apprenticeships.
CHRIS LEVITT (SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER)
I started my apprenticeship at 19 after finishing college with no idea of what I wanted to do. I worked for a year making and fitting kitchens but, with no paperwork to back up the skills I learned, I decided to investigate apprenticeships. Once I started looking into the world of civil engineering, I was hooked.
RIDGE & PARTNERS PROVIDE A FEE-FREE, FULLY SUPPORTED DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP – DESIGNED FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS, CAREER CHANGERS OR RETURNERS. APPLICATIONS FOR AUTUMN 2026 ARE NOW OPEN OPEN. APPLY ONLINE HERE
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