Developing Future Engineers – Industry Training Support with Myerscough College

Overview

Supporting the next generation of engineers is an important part of Central Power Services’ long-term commitment to the industry. Our apprentices Jacob and Dylan are currently building their engineering careers through hands-on experience both in the field and in our workshop, while studying toward their Construction Equipment Maintenance Mechanic qualification at Myerscough College.

Their training combines practical workplace learning with structured academic study, providing a strong foundation for developing the technical knowledge and real-world skills required in modern engineering roles.

Identifying the Opportunity

During a visit to Myerscough College, we identified an opportunity to enhance the training experience, not only for our apprentices but for all students on the course.

While the college already had a strong range of engineering equipment available to work on, we recognised that specialist power generation machinery can be a significant investment for education providers working within structured budgets.

With access to suitable appropriate equipment within our own fleet, we were pleased to support the college by helping expand the range of power machinery available for student training.

Delivering Practical Support

To help students gain hands-on experience, Central Power Services donated a tower light in excellent condition, a nearly new generator, and two additional used units to the engineering department.

These machines give students direct exposure to real-world power equipment, allowing them to train using the same types of systems they are likely to encounter in professional environments. Learners can now gain hands-on experience in diagnostics, servicing, component identification, and operational testing using authentic power generation assets.

Training Benefits

The addition of specialist equipment has strengthened the college’s practical training capability and created a more industry-aligned learning environment. Access to real machinery is particularly valuable for apprentices, as it mirrors the equipment they will work on in the workplace and helps build confidence alongside technical competence.

For Jacob and Dylan, this reinforces their learning both at college and on site, accelerating their development. For the wider student group, it provides relevant, up-to-date training opportunities that improve employability and career readiness within engineering and power-related sectors. The equipment will also continue to support future students for years to come, extending the benefit to many more learners.

Partnership & Feedback

This initiative reflects a shared commitment between Central Power Services and Myerscough College to support engineering education and strengthen pathways into industry. Collaboration between employers and training providers helps ensure courses remain practical, relevant, and aligned with real-world scenarios.

"On behalf of the college, I want to extend our sincere thanks for your generous donation of this equipment. Your support plays a vital role in enhancing the learning experience for our students, giving them access to industry-standard tools that help develop the practical skills they need to succeed.

This contribution not only strengthens our curriculum but also deepens the valuable partnership between the College and industry. We truly appreciate your commitment to supporting the next generation of skilled professionals."

Paul McGrail MSc, Cert Ed.
Executive Director / Assistant Principal – Apprenticeships, Skills & Employer Engagement
Myerscough College

By investing in training environments and supporting skills development, we are helping build a stronger pipeline of capable engineers ready to contribute to the future of the power generation sector.

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