Ep 28 - The Road Less Travelled: HGV Apprenticeships in the Irish Defence Forces
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In this episode of the 10 Forty Podcast, we delve into the world of HGV apprenticeships within the Defence Forces. Our guest is Killian, a dedicated member of the Defence Forces with 16 years of experience. Joining the forces at the age of 19, Killian has progressed through the ranks to become a Corporal, serving overseas as a Section Commander in Lebanon and completing the All Arms Standard Course, making him eligible for promotion to Sergeant.
Killian’s journey took a new turn when he applied to become an apprentice Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic (HGVM) within the Defence Forces. Successfully securing a spot, Killian made the decision to drop back to the rank of Private to pursue this apprenticeship. Now in phase five of his training, Killian is gaining hands-on experience working with Scania. His training spans a range of vehicles, from light soft skin vehicles to 8-wheel armoured personnel carriers.
Join us as Killian shares his unique experiences, insights, and the opportunities available within the Defence Forces for those interested in a career as an HGV mechanic. For more information on careers within the Defence Forces, visit military.ie.
Tune in to hear Killian’s story and learn about the paths available in the Defence Forces!
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