Amey Consulting Introduces ‘ReStart’ Program to Facilitate STEM Professionals’ Return to the Workforce

Amey Consulting Introduces ‘ReStart’ Program to Facilitate STEM Professionals’ Return to the Workforce

(IN BRIEF) Amey Consulting, a prominent UK engineering consultancy, has launched the “ReStart” program to support qualified STEM professionals in re-entering the workforce. The 12-week paid placement opportunity is designed for individuals seeking to restart their careers or transition their skills into the engineering, environmental, or digital sectors. The program aims to provide valuable experience working on infrastructure projects in the rail and highways sector and offers personalized development plans and mentoring support to help participants secure permanent roles with Amey.

(PRESS RELEASE) OXFORD, 25-Jul-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — ReStart provides a structured 12-week, paid placement opportunity and is aimed at those looking to restart their career or transfer their existing skills into the engineering, environmental or digital sector, with the goal of becoming a permanent employee at the end of the programme.

Laura Simarro, People Director at Amey Consulting, said, “Across our sector we’re always looking to find a diverse set of skills and expertise to help solve our clients’ problems and to bring fresh thinking, different perspectives, and new ideas to our business.

“Our nationwide ReStart programme has been designed to attract individuals who have taken an extended career break, have relevant academic qualifications or prior work-place experience in a STEM industry, and are looking for a pathway back into employment. Once on board, individuals have access to a tailored development programme and extensive mentoring support to help secure a fulfilling career with Amey.”

The ReStart programme aims to provide individuals with valuable experience working alongside design engineers and consultants on high profile infrastructure projects within the rail and highways sector.

Individuals will take part in a series of workshops to support personal development and essential skills. Everyone on the programme will have a tailored plan to identify technical and professional development opportunities as well as ensuring all individuals are well prepared to apply for a permanent role.

The first ReStart cohort is due to start in Autumn and is now open for applications. For further information and to apply for a place on the programme: ReStart – STEM Paid Placement Pathway (amey.co.uk)

Key facts about Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions, enhancing life, protecting our shared future.

We combine exceptional expertise in Consulting & Design, Advisory & Analytics, Transport Infrastructure and Complex Facilities to design, manage, and maintain clients’ assets throughout their lifetime.

Our leading data and analytics capability enables us to create transformative solutions that strengthen resilience and drive sustainable improvements.

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Tottie Faragher
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SOURCE: Amey Ltd