Transferable Skills
Skills & Vocational qualifications to benefit your organisation
In addition to the financial benefit gained by employers through the no cost recruitment solution the CTP provides, access to this unique pool of talent brings many advantages to your organisation - in the shape of the people that will help you win in the changing world of work.
Whichever industry sector you are recruiting for, we are likely to have candidates with the skills and experiences to match.
IT and Cyber Security
Military experience of complex IT systems makes Service leavers an ideal fit for the industry. And with a deep understanding of security at the highest level, Service leavers have not only the experience but also the mind set for employment within the cyber security industry.
The CTP works with employers to fill roles across the industry, including Infrastructure, Information Solutions, Networks, Development and Support.
Energy and Utilities
For Renewable Energy and Offshore sectors, Service leavers’ experience in Health and Safety, working at multiple sites, in challenging environments and with minimum supervision are key. Service leavers are equipped to take on a variety of roles, with placements including Network Operatives, Network Engineers, Wind Turbine Technicians and Overhead Line Workers.
Transport and Logistics
The Armed Forces are at the leading edge of logistics, able to move personnel and equipment to far off regions of the world at short notice. From driving trucks to procuring equipment or managing technical stores warehouses, Service leavers have a wealth of experience and qualifications that are directly transferable to the industry.
Professional Services
From Project Management to Retail Management, Health and Safety to Facilities Management, Service leavers are equipped with the transferrable skills to excel within business services. They are able to back up this experience with access to a wealth of civilian qualifications via the CTP, including PRINCE 2, NEBOSH, APMP and Facilities Management.
Engineering
Engineers and technicians from the Armed Forces work with some of the world’s most advanced defence systems, meaning that Service leavers are often highly sought after by the engineering industry. Specialisms include aeronautical, avionics, electrical, mechanical, nuclear, communications and marine engineering.
To help Service leavers back up their military experience, the CTP also delivers a full programme of vocational training courses.
We understand the skills and qualifications sought by employers in today’s world of work, which is why our training is designed specifically with Service leavers in mind, aiming to fill any knowledge gaps and equip them with the civilian qualifications to help them succeed. We listen to feedback from our employer contacts and continuously modify our training programme to ensure we are providing skills and qualifications relevant to the needs of employers.
Problem Solving & Adaptability
Adapting quickly to ever changing situations in a pressured environment is a skill developed by all ex-military personnel, along with learning new processes and integrating into other teams on a regular basis.
Communication Skills
Those who have served in the Armed Forces are well practised in dealing with internal and external stakeholders, at all levels of seniority.
Leadership & Management Skills
The military trains people to lead by example as well as through direction, delegation, motivation and inspiration. Ex-military personnel understand the practical ways to manage behaviours for results, even in the most demanding circumstances.
Team Working
Service men and women understand how genuine teamwork grows out of a responsibility to their colleagues. Military duties involve a blend of individual and group productivity and also necessitate a perception of how groups of all sizes relate to each other in order to reach an overarching objective.
Health & Safety, Security Awareness and Best Practice
Thanks to extensive training, Service leavers are aware of procedures with the benefit of protecting employees, property and materials.
Diversity and Inclusion
Service leavers work side by side with individuals regardless of race, gender, geographic origin, ethnic background, religion and economic status. They have the sensitivity and diplomacy to co-operate with individuals from all walks of life.
Efficient Performance and Flexibility
Ex-forces personnel understand the rigours of tight schedules and limited resources. They have developed the capacity to know how to accomplish priorities on time, in the face of tremendous stress and potential obstacles.
Integrity and Loyalty
Prospective employers can benefit from a track record of integrity, which is at the heart of a military career. Service leavers are expected to show not just physical but moral courage, including loyalty to other team members.
Respect for Procedures
Service leavers have gained a unique perspective on the value of accountability. They understand the need for an organisational framework and the responsibility for their place within it. They know how policies and procedures enable an organisation to exist and work effectively.
Accelerated Learning Curve
Service leavers bring with them countless transferable skills and a proven ability to learn new skills and concepts quickly.
