Douglas Borough Council’s Department of Environment and Regeneration is offering seven apprenticeships.

Applications are invited for an apprentice electrician, plumber, joiner and mechanic and three gardeners.

Environment and Regeneration Committee Chairman Councillor Ritchie McNicholl said: ‘The Council recognises the need for the Island to develop a skilled workforce in order to support a diverse and resilient economy. It is against this background that the Council is offering these practical “learning on the job” opportunities which will give apprentices an insight into the world of work and, importantly, equip them with transferable skills that will open up wider career options and help them to realise their full potential.

‘Apprenticeships deliver on a number of counts: for individuals, for businesses, and for the Manx economy. They enable young people not only to gain the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in an increasingly competitive jobs market but also to benefit from the rewards work brings, not merely monetary rewards but the sense of purpose and pride having a job brings.’

Council Leader Councillor David Christian MBE JP said: ‘Introducing these apprenticeships is a clear demonstration that, as an entrepreneurial local authority, Douglas is committed to driving economic growth in the capital and playing its part in developing a next-generation skilled, motivated and qualified workforce.’

Application packs are available from the Council’s HR Department at Douglas Town Hall or from the Henry Bloom Noble Library in Duke Street. Packs can also be downloaded from the 'Jobs' page.

Closing date for applications Friday June 24, 2016.