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surveying apprentice Jacob Moat.
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Think you know what careers the maritime sector
can offer? Think again. Tees Business talks to those
whose ship came in when they joined PD Ports.
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s one of the Tees Valley’s leading
employers and one of the UK’s
major port groups, PD Ports is
passionate about providing quality
experiences and opportunities for
the next generation.
CEO Frans Calje is a firm believer
that at the heart of the business is its
people and that while technology has its
part to play in the evolution of the maritime
industry, it is people who will create the
Studying - PD Ports’ harbour
lasting legacy for the sector.
police constable Holly Fielding.
The region is rich with passionate, skilled
and innovative people and PD Ports works
closely with local educational institutions to
retaining talent within the region and demonstrates
raise awareness of opportunities and develop the best
talent for the future.
its commitments to raising aspirations through its
co-founded charity the High Tide Foundation, The
“The Tees Valley has a rich heritage of skilled labour
Tees Valley Logistics Academy and through working
and there is a noticeable appetite to reinvigorate
collaboratively with Teesside University to develop
industry,” says Frans.
“In our own business, we have invested heavily in
bespoke apprenticeships programmes.
There are currently more than 50 apprentices
our workforce as we believe skilled people who are
employed within PD Ports nationwide, studying across
empowered to make decisions and challenge the norm
all locations and functions including finance, engineering,
will ensure future success.”
PD Ports plays an integral role in attracting and
property, IT, construction and accountancy.
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