Training Today for Tomorrow's Talent: Custom Programme for Water Main Operatives
At the Wanty Group, we firmly believe that the future of our professions lies in passing on knowledge, training, and supporting talent. It is with this in mind that we have just launched, in partnership with The Forem, a bespoke training programme for water mains operatives – a vital profession serving everyone.This initiative is part of the ‘Skills Shortage Blitz’ training programmes, designed hand-in-hand with businesses to meet concrete needs on the ground… and offer real prospects for sustainable employment.Strong Interest from the Information SessionThe information session was a success right from the start: nearly 70 candidates attended, demonstrating growing interest in this technical, valuable, and meaningful profession.During this session, participants were able to discover:the duties of a water mains operative,the training content,the job requirements,and, crucially, the concrete employment opportunities within the Wanty Group.Following the selection process, around ten interns will join this training programme with a clear objective: to join our teams on a permanent contract (CDI) once it concludes, scheduled for late June.Selection Based on Skills… and MotivationTo join the training, interested candidates had to register and complete several stages:mathematics and French tests,an eligibility interview,a medical examination.But beyond basic skills, motivation is a crucial factor. Becoming a water mains operative means choosing a demanding, hands-on profession that requires diligence, commitment, and team spirit.This training allows interns to practically discover the profession, understand its realities, and acquire the necessary technical skills before joining our field teams.The Water Mains Operative Profession: A Key Role for SocietyOften overlooked, the water mains operative profession is nevertheless essential to the daily lives of every Walloon. Mainly, water mains operatives are responsible for:the installation and maintenance of the drinking water distribution network,from production (catchment, water treatment plant),right up to residential and business meters.They also intervene to detect and repair leaks, thereby ensuring the continuity and quality of water supply.A technical, hands-on, useful profession that directly contributes to collective well-being and the preservation of a vital resource.Training with Genuine Employment ProspectsThe ‘Skills Shortage Blitz’ training programmes have a distinct characteristic: they are custom-built with the company, directly linked to its needs.Key benefits include:a targeted training pathway,gradual immersion into the profession,and most importantly, at least an 80% chance of securing a permanent contract (CDI) for those who successfully complete the training.Here, this approach has already proven its worth.We have already organised several “Water Mains Operative” training programmes in this context in the past, and several colleagues have permanently joined our teams through this pathway.Investing in Skills, Building the FutureBy launching this new training programme, the Wanty Group confirms its commitment to:professional training,sustainable employment,and the development of in-house skills.Training today ensures the quality of our projects tomorrow.It also offers motivated individuals a real career opportunity, within a robust group that is rooted in the region and focused on the future.Joining Wanty means learning, growing… and building what truly mattersBecause behind every drinking water network, there are dedicated teams.And behind every team, there is a company that believes in human potential.
