Skills for Security celebrates success of inaugural dedicated Careers Fair

Purpose-designed to introduce local school leavers to career opportunities in the fire and security industries, the event welcomed an enthusiastic turnout of students, educators and industry professionals.

As the first Careers Fair of its kind dedicated solely to the fire and security sectors, the day provided a unique platform for students aged from 14 to 18 to explore potential career paths.

David Scott, managing director of Skills for Security, noted: “We asked and the industry responded. With the support of our sponsors, the overwhelming response to this first careers fair dedicated to fire and security highlights the enthusiasm and curiosity of young people when presented with clear career pathways.”

Scott continued: “The security and fire industries offer rewarding and long-term opportunities. This event provided a vital local platform to showcase the many ways in which students can build a successful future for themselves. Seeing so many students, teachers and employers join forces to engage in meaningful conversations has been truly inspiring.”

Bridging the skills gap

Organised by Skills for Security, the Careers Fair aimed to bridge the skills gap by offering hands-on insights into apprenticeship pathways, career opportunities and real-world industry engagement.

Featuring industry-leading sponsors and a dedicated speech from Steve Riley (divisional director at Comelit-PAC) on inclusivity in the workplace, exhibitors included Ajax Systems, CSL, Fenix Monitoring, HKC, Orisec, RISCO, Pyronix, HID Global, Honeywell, Cento, AddSecure, Deep Alert, Smoke Screen, Videcon, Yuasa, Obsequio, Protec, Marlowe, EDSB, Amulet and the Skills for Security talent acquisition team.

Each of the exhibitors was on hand to offer career guidance, CV-building support and insight into the latest technological developments in the fire and security sectors. Attendees also had the opportunity to interact with industry keynote speakers and explore live apprenticeship vacancies.

The event successfully connected students with potential employers, offering valuable networking opportunities and first-hand insights into the fire and security professions. Teachers and careers advisors also benefited from the event, gaining a deeper understanding of the industry’s career prospects to better guide their students.

Future Careers Fairs

David Scott concluded: “Following the success of this event, we are already planning future Careers Fairs to continue supporting young people in their career journeys. We remain committed to raising awareness of the exciting opportunities within the fire and security sectors and equipping the next generation with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive.”

*For more information about Skills for Security and upcoming events visit www.skills4security.com