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Interstate Hotels and Resorts has launched a new maintenance apprenticeship programme to “mould future leaders in the hospitality industry”.
The sector leader has teamed up with Hospitality Industry Training (HIT) and Cambrian Training to create a bespoke programme which recently welcomed its first intake of apprentices.
The 12-to-14-month programme will provide on-the-job training for the 13 apprentices. Interstate said they will have the opportunity to attend numerous interactive online workshops as well as spend time away from their hotel environment at supplier visits and masterclasses.
Interstate added that often considered the “unsung heroes” of the hospitality industry, it considers maintenance and property managers to play a “crucial role” in the smooth running of hotels and resorts.
Andrew Cunningham, head of learning and development at Interstate Hotels and Resorts, said: “I am thrilled to see the maintenance apprenticeship launch. “This is an innovative programme that blends the experience and skills of an external training provider with our own in-house expertise. I am excited to follow the progress of not only the apprentices, but their mentors as well.”
Lyndy Tinculescu, relationship manager – national at HIT, added: “HIT Training is delighted to be partnering with Interstate Hotel & Resorts to offer training for its maintenance assistants.
“Interstate Hotel and Resorts is leading the way when it comes to upskilling its workforce and is dedicated to ensuring its maintenance assistance team is trained and developed to the very highest standard.”
