“It’s been an incredible learning curve, filled with successes, growth, and the development of talented apprentices who are really helping shape the future of digital repair.Over the past year our apprentices have not only learned how to repair devices but have also gained essential life skills at college, helping prepare them for a promising career in the tech industry.
At TMT First, we firmly believe that repair should always be a viable option before replacing a device. With 71 million mobile phones in the UK alone, ensuring there are enough skilled technicians to carry out repairs is crucial. This apprenticeship has been designed to address the growing skills gap in the industry and promote sustainability by extending the lifespan of digital devices.
“As we celebrate the 12-month milestone, we want to encourage more businesses to adopt the apprenticeship. The shortage of skilled technicians is a challenge that can only be tackled through collaboration and commitment from businesses across the country. Investing in apprentices not only secures the future of device repair but also contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing electronic waste.
Adam said: “Now it’s time to push on into the future and we’ve got big plans. We are excited about working even more closely with Stoke on Trent City Technical College to establish a dedicated repair lab at the Burslem Campus. The state-of-the-art facility would provide students with hands-on experience in device repair, which we hope will spark an interest in technology and encourage more people to take up the apprenticeship in the future.
“The demand for skilled technicians continues to grow as more devices require repair. The National Digital Device Repair Technician Apprenticeship is proving to be a gamechanger, addressing the National skills gap and ensuring more devices are repaired cost effectively and to the highest of standards. It’s fantastic to see the apprenticeship making a real difference in the industry.
I want to thank IfATE, Samsung and the education providers who have supported us over the last twelve months and Stoke on Trent City Council who funded our first six apprenticeships through the apprenticeship levy transfer. We’re now looking forward to making the apprenticeship even bigger and better in the future,” Adam said.
