As an industrial contractor in Northern Ontario, the Patrick Group recognizes that building future leaders starts on the shop floor. Our apprenticeships models is more than a hiring pathway, it’s a long-term growth strategy. By training new talent from within, we protect quality, strengthen our teams, and build a skilled workforce for the future.
In this post, we’ll explore how apprenticeships help us grow, why mentorship matters, and how collaboration across our companies ensures long-term success.
Why Apprenticeships Matter to Industry
An experienced industrial contractor in Northern Ontario can’t rely on outside hiring alone. Skilled trades are in high demand, and talent pipelines often fall short. That’s where apprenticeship programs come in.
By investing in apprenticeships, we develop the exact skills our teams need. Even better, we teach the standards and values that matter most in our work, safety, reliability, and pride in the job.
Apprentices Learn by Doing—Not Watching
In the early days of an apprenticeship, real-world experience makes the biggest difference. Our teams bring apprentices onto active jobs, guiding them step by step. They’re not left standing by. Instead, they learn by doing.
This hands-on model supports faster learning and better results. More importantly, it gives apprentices a sense of purpose from day one. As a result, they stay engaged, improve faster, and feel part of the team.
Mentorship Builds Stronger Teams
At The Patrick Group, mentorship plays a key role in every apprenticeship. Our senior team members don’t just teach technical skills, they pass on work habits, communication tips, and trade knowledge that only comes from years on the job.
Because each apprentice is paired with experienced mentors, the learning curve becomes smoother. Mistakes become teachable moments. Confidence grows steadily. Eventually, these apprentices become the next generation of mentors.
We covered a similar theme in our post on building trades careers in Northern Ontario.
Supporting Growth Across the Group
Apprenticeship programs succeed best when multiple divisions work together. That’s why our model supports mobility across the companies under The Patrick Group. For instance, someone might begin in metal fabrication, then gain experience in HVAC or electrical.
This flexibility creates well-rounded tradespeople and helps every company benefit from shared knowledge. Whether at S2 Metal Fabricators, PSL Patrick Sprack Ltd., or Bisschops Industries, apprentices become assets across our group.
Commitment Backed by Industry Standards
Our apprenticeship approach aligns with the same high standards we follow across all projects. As a member of MineConnect and other industry organizations, we remain committed to safe, consistent, and professional training practices.
By maintaining these standards, we ensure each apprentice represents not just a trade, but the integrity of our entire team.
Let’s Grow Together
If you’re looking to start your career with a company that invests in its people, we want to hear from you. Apprenticeship at The Patrick Group means more than a job, it’s the start of a path you can grow on.
Reach out to learn more or share your resume with our team.