A new Electrical Switchgear Academy with Vertiv opportunity is now open for applications.

The closing date for applications for the academy is at 12.00 pm (Noon) on Thursday 3 September.

For further information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/electrical-switchgear-academy

Derry and Strabane Cross Border Job Fair

Tuesday 8 September 2026

The Ebrington Hotel, Londonderry

The above event is scheduled to run from 10.30am - 2pm.

There will be a Quiet Time 10.30am - 11am. This is a dedicated time for jobseekers who have sensory or communication needs or disabilities who wish to attend the event with noise reduction and reduced crowds. Attendees can approach event staff to request extra support to speak to exhibitors

More than 30 employers will take part and be on hand to answer questions and discuss employment opportunities.

There will be jobs available in Hospitality, Health & Social Care, Administration, Manufacturing, Public Sector, Engineering and many more.

Everyone is welcome and admission is free.

Below are some of the Employers who will be exhibiting at the event:

Employer                        Sector

AXA Insurance - Insurance/ Financial Services

Bidvest Noonan - Facilities Management

British Army - HM Forces

CPL Recruitment - Engineering

Derry GP Federation - Health Care/Social Care

Galgorm Collection - Hospitality

Henderson Retail ltd - Retail

McColgan's Quality Foods - Manufacturing

Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service - Public Sector

Oakgrove Cabins Ltd - Manufacturing

P Mulrine & Sons - Manufacturing

Praxis Care - Charity/ Social Care

Royal Air Force - Armed Forces

Swift Shift Recruitment - Service

Tata Consultancy Services - I.T

Vertiv - Manufacturing

For more information, please contact: dfcemployerservices@communities-ni.gov.uk.

Are you aged 16 – 65 and currently unemployed?

Are you finding it difficult to get a job due to lack of experience? Do you want to change career but are not sure what job role may be right for you?

The Work Experience Programme offers short 2- and 8-week work experience placements with employers across Northern Ireland. There is also the Opportunity Guarantee strand for people aged 16-24, offering longer placement of 13 weeks and the guarantee of an interview for a job or apprenticeship.

The Benefits of WEP

By taking part in a WEP opportunity you will:

·Learn more about specific industries and job roles.

·Try out various tasks in a real work situation.

·Improve your confidence and motivation.

WEP is completely voluntary, and participants will receive a £10/day top-up as well as certain travel and childcare costs. Those in receipt of benefit will retain entitlement to benefits while participating. Those who are not in receipt of benefit are also welcome to participate.

How to Get Involved

If you are in receipt of benefit, you should discuss the Work Experience Programme with your Work Coach. If you are not in receipt of benefit, please contact WorkExperience@communities-ni.gov.uk for further information.

All current WEP vacancies can be found at JobApplyNI