Last Updated on: 21st November 2023, 09:30 pm
The British Forces Resettlement Service (BFRS) is bringing its National Careers Fair to the historic Colchester Garrison on 8th June 2023. The event is free and open to all service leavers, veterans, and their families from various backgrounds and experiences.
At the Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium on Berechurch Rd, 60 exhibitors will be on hand to offer attendees invaluable insights into the various career paths available, with thousands of jobs available to explore. Additionally, there will be a variety of training providers present to support attendees in making their journey into civilian life smoother.
AIS Survivex and NASC (National Access and Scaffolding Confederation) are proudly sponsoring the event.
Harry Dean, founder and CEO of BFRS, said, “We are delighted to announce our first National Careers Fair in Colchester, which we hope will provide a fantastic platform for service leavers, veterans, and their families to explore their career options. Our goal is to help them make a successful transition into civilian life by connecting them with employers and support services. We encourage all service leavers and veterans to attend and make the most of this unique opportunity.”
Case Study
Military man lands new wind job thanks to AIS Survivex training programme
A training course to reskill former Military personnel for the wind industry has helped Army mechanic, Jack Taylor scoops a full-time renewables job with Correll Group. Just four weeks after completing the AIS Survivex ‘Military to Wind’ training course, which is part funded by Elcas, Jack landed his first wind role as a fibre-optic installer with Correll, the leading global specialists in offshore and onshore high-voltage cabling.
Jack explained: “After a decade as a vehicle mechanic in the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), I felt ready to move on, so it was me who opted for career change. The wind industry is fast-growing and mechanical engineering skills are in high demand, so it seemed like a great option.”
“AIS Survivex offers Elcas-approved training so most of my course was paid for with funding. For the remaining cost, I took out interest-free finance with AIS Survivex, making it really affordable.”
Jack spent three weeks at AIS Survivex gaining all the relevant qualifications to work in the wind industry. Within a month of completing his training he secured a full-time job at Correll. Jack said: “I feel incredibly lucky. It’s all been a bit of a whirlwind – within just two months I’ve completely changed careers and am now looking forward to setting foot on my first wind turbine. The training experience at AIS Survivex was fantastic and really prepared me for my new role.”
The British Forces Resettlement Service (BFRS) is coming to the historic Colchester Garrison on 8th June 2023 to hold its first-ever National Careers Fair. This free event is aimed at connecting military service-leavers with careers in civilian life, with over 60 exhibitors offering attendees invaluable insights into various career paths available.
At the Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium on Berechurch Rd, there will be a variety of training providers present to help attendees make their journey into civilian life smoother. BFRS works closely with exhibitors, many of whom are signed signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, helping to promote civilian career paths, training courses and opportunities.
Harry Dean, founder and CEO of BFRS, said, “We are delighted to announce our first National Careers Fair in Colchester, which we hope will provide a fantastic platform for service leavers, veterans, and their families to explore their career options. Our goal is to help them make a successful transition into civilian life by connecting them with employers and support services. We encourage all service leavers and veterans to attend and make the most of this unique opportunity.”
Jack Taylor, a former Army mechanic, is an example of the success achievable through the event. After completing the AIS Survivex ‘Military to Wind’ training course, which is part funded by Elcas, he secured a full-time job as a fibre-optic installer with Correll.
To register for the event, please visit the BFRS website. Registration is free, and attendees will have the chance to win exciting prizes, including training courses and work experience opportunities.
On 8th June 2023, the British Forces Resettlement Service (BFRS) is coming to the historic Colchester Garrison to hold its first-ever National Careers Fair. The event is free and open to all service leavers, veterans, and their families from various backgrounds and experiences.
At the Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium on Berechurch Rd, 60 exhibitors
