At Lomax, we believe work experience should be more than just observing from the sidelines. It should give young people the opportunity to get involved, build confidence, develop practical skills, and gain a genuine understanding of what working life is really like. Recently, we welcomed year 10 student Mason to the team for a week of work experience after being contacted by his school. Across five days, Mason experienced different areas of the business, spending most of his

When you turn on a tap or switch on the heating, you are relying on a complex, massive network of underground infrastructure. In the North East, keeping that vital system running smoothly is a major industry and it's currently facing a massive wave of growth. If you are looking to skip the university debt, earn a steady wage from day one, and build a career that is completely future-proof, a Utility Apprenticeship is one of the most rewarding routes you can take. What Exactly

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