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joe90:
Ok so heres my problem. Im currently in the process of trying to change jobs as my current contract where i work runs out very shortly with no renewal.

Ive worked in the construction industry before, and want to return back to machine driving, but as i have no CITB ticket no one is willing to give me the chance to prove myself. It seems as if 'no ticket = no job' even tho im a competant opperator. Infact one plant opperator owner told me at an interview that as i had no ticket i couldnt have a job, just after he said i was a good driver, then in his next breath proceeded to say the problem is 'theres not enough youngsters wanting to work in this industry'

I never had a ticket before as it wasnt required where i worked and having just got a quote of near on £3k to get my ticket im in need of some help!

Can anyone suggest anything, im now in need of some help (In the East Midlands Region)!!

Manicminer:
www.citb.org.uk


The ones below may be able to help. Might be a bit far but they may know of someone local to you. Worth a chat.

www.northwalesconstruction.co.uk

joe90:
Thanks for the links -

 nobody seems to do apprenticeships or on the job training anymore, infact they dont even give you the chance to prove yourself!!

Manicminer:
I am not too sure how citb works.

The machines that I operate require a NPTC certificate.
When you register and given a number you can operate the machine for 12 months.
 You must take and pass the test before the end of this period.
This gives you a chance to earn a living whilst getting used to the machine and all working practices.

Not sure if citb is the same or do you have to pass the test first.

joe90:
I've never heard of NPTC before, what do you drive? everyone i speak to just seems to mention CITB.

Have a look at my work tho - www.johplant.cjb.net im trying to get started on my own, but its the chicken and the egg senario, what comes first!! ticket then work - or work then ticket !! AHhhh

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