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Siemens to build next generation of North East engineers

SIEMENS has struck a partnership with Tyne Metropolitan College to foster the next generation of North East engineers.

The organisation said it is keen to develop engineering skills for new growth sectors too, such as the renewable energy sector, especially wind power.

Siemens’ site in Newcastle is home to a training facility for gas, steam and wind power service engineers.

Mike Jones, human resources director for Siemens Energy sector said: “The UK is facing one of the biggest economic challenges ever and needs to revive its manufacturing and rebuild its core engineering skills base as well as respond tothe green engineering skills agenda.

“It is the responsibility of engineering employers, such as Siemens to work with the education sector and government to make this happen. We are delighted to work with Tyne Metropolitan college in this important task.”

Jon Vincent, principal and chief executive of Tyne Metropolitan College, added: “We are absolutely delighted to continue our strong ties with Siemens.

“Strengthening our links with a local further education college was the next logical step. Our educational engagement now covers all ages and type of educational establishment.”

Siemens is a key employer in the UK, with almost 17,000 staff in the UK of which 5,000 are engaged in manufacturing.

In the North East Siemens employs over 2,000 people.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .