04 November 2025 •
c2c Railway is shining a spotlight on its rising young talent as UK Youth Work Week (3–9 November) kicks off, proudly celebrating the achievements and impact of its youth workforce in teams across the East London and South Essex rail operator.
There are a variety of employment programmes in place at c2c. In the last three years, c2c has recruited 18 young people into permanent roles via its work experience programme with The King’s Trust, ‘Get into Rail,’ supporting youth employment in its local communities.
Rob Mullen, c2c’s Managing Director, said:
“At c2c, we pride ourselves in continually looking for new, young talent that can come in at any level with a ‘can-do attitude’ and be moulded by our incredible experienced colleagues into integral members of the team.
“The railway offers young people the chance to explore so many directions and I am so proud of our Recruitment and Learning & Development teams, who are amazing at identifying new young talent through our various programmes.”
“We also are very proud to be leading the industry by creating a bold and dynamic workforce that serves the people of its local communities with passion and pride – while keeping c2c at the top of the charts as one of the best rail operators in the UK.”
Lindsey Keeling, c2c’s Office Coordinator, joined the c2c team earlier this year, following her successful completion of the Get into Rail programme with The King’s Trust.
Lindsey said:
“It was amazing to go through c2c and The King’s Trust’s Get into Rail programme and come out the other side with my role.”
Jess Lake, Head of Learning & Development, said:
“At c2c, we’re passionate about creating pathways that allow young people to thrive. Through programmes like Get into Rail and our apprenticeships, we’re not just developing skills — we’re helping individuals build confidence, purpose and long-term careers. Seeing our young colleagues grow into valued professionals is what makes learning and development so rewarding.”
Furthermore, through its apprenticeship programme, c2c has found great talent – such as HR Recruitment Advisor Erin Godfrey. Erin started working at c2c as a HR Apprentice and quickly impressed her colleagues with her committed attitude and team spirit.
Following her apprenticeship, Erin was recently promoted to HR Recruitment Advisor and is a key asset to the c2c team. She was shortlisted for the Apprentice of the Year Award at the Young Rail Professional Awards 2025 and recently completed the 30-mile route in c2c’s 2025 Ultra Marathon (in aid of Gold Geese).
Erin said:
“Working for c2c is an incredible experience. Not only am I learning so much about the rail industry, but the organisation really cares about the wellbeing and health of its colleagues.
“When I look back from when I first started, it has been an amazing journey – I have been given opportunities and found a home at c2c. When I see new apprentice roles coming into the business, it is always so interesting to remember where I started from and how far I have come in such a short time.”
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NOTES TO EDITORS
About c2c
- c2c is the award-winning train operator running services between Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness, serving 26 stations in East London and South Essex.
- c2c is one of the UK’s most punctual and popular train operators and nearly 37.3 million journeys are made on its services every year.
- The operation of all c2c services transferred into public ownership on Sunday 20 July 2025 and is managed by DFTO (DfT Operator Ltd).
- For more information email mediaenquiries@c2crail.net
Images
Featured Image: c2c King’s Trust candidates visit the East Ham Depot
Second Image: c2c’s HR and Recruitment team (l-r) Gemma Platt (Head of HR), Erin Godfrey (Recruitment Advisor), Andrew Pike (Recruitment Manager), Gabbi Cooper (Recruitment Advisor)
Third Image: c2c Managing Director, Rob Mullen
Fourth Image: Jess Lake, c2c Head of Learning and Development, with King’s Trust candidates
Fifth Image: Lindsey Keeling, c2c Office Coordinator.