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The Meet Your Future series is all about introducing you to potential careers in Greater Manchester that you might not have seen before. What better way to do that than with Transport for Greater Manchester? They\u2019re the organisation responsible for keeping transport flowing across GM, whether that\u2019s buses, trams, or traffic.<\/p>\n
For National Careers Week, we focused on careers in the public sector. Have a look back some of our previous blogs to discover careers in the legal sector<\/a>, the police<\/a>, politics<\/a> and fire and rescue<\/a>.<\/p>\n In this Meet Your Future: National Careers Week article, we spoke to Jessica Skillington, a Resourcing Partner at TfGM. She\u2019s going to cover some of the career opportunities at TfGM and how you could get started. Plus, hear from a current apprentice at TfGM who offers her tips on applications.<\/p>\n Watch the video below to see the full interview or read the article below for all the info you\u2019ll need.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cKulCmPyQM8″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”40%” module_alignment=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cKulCmPyQM8″ disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In the video, Jessica introduces TfGM and what they do within Greater Manchester. She explains that the organisation is responsible for ensuring the buses and trams in GM are properly staffed, run on time and are useful for residents. TfGM also cover road traffic in Greater Manchester. They look after permanent traffic lights as well as having strategic oversight over key roads in the city region.<\/p>\n The organisation is responsible for the creation and design of cycling and walking lanes, as well as bus stations and bus stops. TfGM are also looking at the reduction of air pollution caused by transport in the city region \u2013 so they\u2019re also trying to ensure GM\u2019s air is as clean as possible.<\/p>\n You might have also seen the Bee Network in the news recently \u2013 this is a Mayoral initiative to bring public transport in Greater Manchester back into public control. Transport for Greater Manchester are powering this change. TfGM also operate the iGo and Our Pass cards \u2013 both schemes help young people travel around GM for free or offer reduced fares.<\/p>\n In short, the work of Transport for Greater Manchester is all about making sure that people can get to where they need to be at the right time.<\/p>\n As Jessica explains in the video, there are lots of different opportunities at TfGM as they are such a big organisation. She outlines just a few of them:<\/p>\n TfGM offer a number of apprenticeship opportunities, so if you\u2019re thinking about an apprenticeship, they\u2019re a great employer to have a look at. They offer apprenticeships in business administration, accountancy, procurement, customer service, and HR \u2013 amongst others!<\/p>\n Their apprenticeships can range from Level 2, equivalent to GCSEs, all the way up to Level 7, equivalent to a Master\u2019s degree. So whatever level you\u2019re at, TfGM could have an opportunity for you. Jessica also explains that due to the nature of their work, the organisation often have apprenticeships in civil engineering, offering a brilliant route into that career for anyone who\u2019s interested.<\/p>\n Careers tip:<\/strong> Check out the TfGM careers page<\/a> for up to date information about which apprenticeship schemes are currently open for applications. You can even register for job alerts so TfGM will email you when a vacancy opens that meets your requirements!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n At the end of the interview, Jessica introduces Melissa Clark, a resource assistant at TfGM who\u2019s undertaking a Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Human Resource Practice. Melissa says that her apprenticeship has allowed her to combine on the job training with off the job learning \u2013 and that she\u2019s been able to apply what she\u2019s learned to her role. She goes on to say that she thinks her apprenticeship is a great way to enter a career in HR!<\/p>\n In the video, Melissa reveals her seven key hints and tips of the recruitment process \u2013 we\u2019ve summarised them below.<\/p>\n Find out more about careers with Transport for Greater Manchester by watching the full video above or by heading to their\u00a0careers website<\/strong><\/a>. And, don\u2019t forget to check out the\u00a0<\/strong>GMACS blog<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more videos and blogs from our Meet Your Future National Careers Week video series.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Meet Your Future: National Careers Week 2023 Careers in the Public Sector Your Career Journey with Transport for Greater Manchester The Meet Your Future series is all about introducing you to potential careers in Greater Manchester that you might not have seen before. 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What opportunities are available at Transport for Greater Manchester?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Hear from a current apprentice at TfGM<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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