Thursday, 4 October, 2018 - 08:00 to 11:00
Engineering Skills Shortage: Facing the Challenge
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Engineering Skills Shortage: Facing the Challenge
Delivered by WCG and the Coventry & Warwickshire Growth Hub
4th October 2018
We know that we're facing a skills shortage timebomb. Statistics from Engineering UK show that 186,000 people with engineering skills will be needed annually between now and 2024.
We will explore and consider the various approches to this common challenge. Speakers from Cummins Daventry will be on hand to share their experience of responding to this issue in a real world setting.
As an employer within the engineering and manufacturing sector you are invited to come along and discover how you can ensure the future of your business with apprenticeships and training. Register your place today...
Agenda for the day:
- 8:00 - 8:20am - Arrival & Networking - Tea, coffee, breakfast rolls > An opportunity for companies present to engage with other companies that are in attendance.
- 8:20 - 8:30am - Introduction & Housekeeping > Introduction to the session and general housekeeping rules
- 8:30 - 9:00am - Introduction to the Growth Hub > An introduction from Rich Warren on the Growth Hub and how the Hub can support local businesses.
- 9:00 - 9:30am - WCG Apprenticeships > How can WCG support industry with their succession planning - a provider insight.
- 9:30 - 10:00am - Cummins: An employers take on succession planning > Sarah Oxley/Gareth Placket will give an insight into how Cummins approach succession planning in an increasingly competitive sector.
- 10:00 - 11:00am - Networking, Next Steps and Close
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