Council welcomes new apprentices
West Lothian Council has welcomed 10 new apprentices have recently started their four-year programme across the council's Building Services and Operational Services.
Apprentices across the council receive practical and theory learning, with all apprentices completing college work which is combined with on-the-job training with experienced staff.
The new recruits recently met with Executive councillor for environment & sustainability, Tom Conn; Executive councillor for housing services George Paul, and West Lothian Council Head of housing, customer and building services, Julie Whitelaw at Kirkton Service Centre.
Councillor Conn welcomed the new apprentices saying: "Through the apprenticeship programme, the council has helped hundreds of young people get their first foot on the ladder. The council has a strong tradition of producing excellent trades people who are well supported by experienced colleagues to help them gain practical work experience and all the theory knowledge they need.
"This is the beginning of a four-year journey for each of the new apprentices and, having gone through a rigorous recruitment process, I would like to congratulate each of them on their appointment."
Also in attendance at Kirkton Service Centre were Building Services apprentices who are at the other end of their apprenticeship journey having successfully completed their programme.
Councillor Paul added: "Well done to those who have finished their apprenticeships. It was a pleasure to meet so many of them and hear of their experiences over the past four years, developing skills as they completed valuable work across council properties. I wish them all the very best for the next step in their careers."
Apprenticeship opportunities are regularly made available across the council with many of the latest intake working with across Housing, Customer and Building Services and Operational Services.
Council apprentices receive training via practical and theory learning, with all apprentices completing college work which is combined with on-the-job training with experienced staff.
Apprentices work across a variety of roles including roads, horticulture, fleet mechanic, electricians, plumbers, joiners, plasterers and roofers. The council also employs Modern Apprentices in office- based roles such as Accounting, Customer Service, the Advice Shop/Financial Inclusion and Planning Services.
It is anticipated that information around the next apprentice intake process will be made available in Spring 2026. Please keep checking the West Lothian Council website, social media channels and myjobscotland website for updates.
