26 www.preston.ac.uk Leyland Trucks’ 1,000+ workforce comprises numerous ex-apprentices who continue to progress, with past apprentices operating in departments such as Purchasing, Operations and Design Engineering, to name but a few. This is thanks to their highly skilled HR and Talent teams who continue to leverage the diversity of career options that apprenticeships can bring and create clear pathways for progression, which enable apprentices to gain exciting careers for life within Leyland Trucks. As one of the largest commercial vehicle manufacturers globally, it is critical that all apprentices receive structured rotation programmes, to enable them to develop a Leyland Trucks has an industry-leading reputation for investing in local talent. This long and proud history of training has created one of the most sought-after apprenticeship programmes in Lancashire, with roles mirroring current and future skills needs. Apprentices are a critical part of Leyland Trucks succession planning to ensure the continued success of their business. EMPLOYER SPOTLIGHT LEYLAND TRUCKS 360-degree view of the business and gain broad skills, knowledge and insight from different areas, whilst showcasing the variety of roles in which they could specialise. Leyland Trucks has built an excellent relationship with Preston College and we are hugely receptive to their current and future needs. As technology changes, so do the trucks they manufacture, and Leyland Trucks works closely with the college to build new courses and adapt the curriculum to mirror the future direction of business and ensure that collaboratively, we deliver work-ready talent.
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