Amey has delivered another successful Journey to Work event in Trafford, working in close partnership with Trafford Council to support local residents into employment.
Held on 16 April at the St John’s Centre in Old Trafford, the event was aimed at Trafford residents who were out of work and had been referred via the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), as well as those actively supported by the Trafford Jobs Club.
The day brought together CV building support, and one to one careers conversations with Amey’s senior management. Residents were also able to explore current vacancies, including roles in grounds maintenance and street lighting operations, gaining a clearer sense of how these jobs help keep Trafford’s communities safe, clean and well maintained. These conversations also helped attendees understand role requirements, ask questions and consider how their skills and experience could translate into careers with Amey.
Colleagues from across Amey’s local services also joined the event to share their own career journeys, discuss the projects they deliver in Trafford and highlight the range of opportunities available locally. Through informal conversations, they offered insight into how their work supports the day to day running of Trafford’s infrastructure, from keeping streets well lit to maintaining green spaces and public areas.
Speaking on the success of the event, Ifan Hembrough, Senior Social Impact Recruiter at Amey, commented: “It was brilliant to see so many Trafford residents attend and engage throughout the day. By creating a relaxed, community‑based setting, we were able to have open conversations about real opportunities, and the steps people can take towards employment. Events like this show the value of working closely with local partners, helping people feel more confident about their next move while supporting local services to build strong, local teams.”
Journey to Work is a key part of Amey’s social value and inclusive employment approach, focused on removing barriers to work and connecting local people with meaningful employment opportunities. By engaging face to face in community settings, the programme helps residents build confidence, understand their options and move closer to securing work, while supporting clients to develop strong, resilient local workforces.
To find out more about Journey to Work, including upcoming events and how to attend, visit: https://careers.amey.co.uk/lp/Journey%20To%20Work/33f9cd4b67f90381/?locale=en_GB&previewLink=true&referrerSave=false