Peter Caney

Head of Service Innovation, Projects & Future Capability - BAE Systems PLC

Peter has worked within education and skills for over 20 years, enjoying 15 years of career progression at Myerscough College prior to joining BAE Systems as Head of Apprentice and Skills Training in 2015.  Since joining BAE Systems, Peter has led the delivery of their Apprenticeship training across the UK and held responsibility for the company’s education outreach provision which includes flagship programmes such as the Education Schools Roadshow and Movement to Work. Having recently led a transformation project to modernise the delivery of the company’s Early Careers & Skills services, his current role remains focussed on future service innovation, ensuring action today prepares Early Careers talent for a digital tomorrow.

Peter is a proud STEM and Cornerstone Employer Ambassador, and uses this platform to champion future skills opportunities and support raising the aspirations of young people.

Latest Updates and Events

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Connect to Work Launch Events Bring Stakeholders Together Across Lancashire

Connect to Work marked a major milestone this month, hosting three successful launch events to celebrate the programme going fully live across Lancashire and strengthen relationships with partners...

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Inclusive Recruitment: Strengthening Employer Practice Across Lancashire

The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub hosted a highly successful Inclusive Recruitment training session on 18th March 2026 at the Samlesbury Hotel, bringing together employers from across the county to explore...

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Successful start to Connect to Work: Supporting Lancashire Residents into Employment

Connect to Work, a new employment support initiative fully funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), has reached its six‑month milestone in Lancashire after launching at...