Scotmas Group

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Scotmas Group is the first choice for businesses using Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2), specialising in delivering ClO2 dosing systems using the latest technology and expertise. 

Scotmas is one of Heriot-Watt University’s partners in the Graduate Apprenticeship programme BEng in Engineering Design and Manufacture. Read how the Graduate Apprenticeship scheme helps the company to grow and develop in our interview with Alistair Cameron, Managing Director.

Why did you decide to recruit or nominate a graduate apprentice?

The main reason we decided to join the Graduate Apprenticeship scheme is the need to upskill our staff for future growth. To succeed in business, it’s important to set long-term goals, and GAs sounded like a good solution.

The main reason we decided to join the Graduate Apprenticeship scheme is to upskill our staff for future growth

Alistair Cameron, Managing Director, Scotmas Group

What appealed to you most about Heriot-Watt University?

We already had a high-quality partnership with Heriot-Watt and we respect and appreciate their accessibility and practical approach. 

What attracted you to Graduate Apprenticeships?

The limited time out of work, challenging coursework and a recognised degree.

Graduate Apprenticeships - flexible and rigorous approach to work-based learning

Alistair Cameron, Managing Director, Scotmas Group

How would you describe the Graduate Apprenticeship scheme?

A flexible and rigorous approach to work-based learning.

How have Graduate Apprenticeships benefited your company?

Graduate Apprenticeships challenge our staff to do more. Our apprentices gain a rigorous approach to problem-solving, which is important for Scotmas Group.