Event building future for construction industry

Organisers of a careers fair for the construction industry are hoping the event will be the sector's largest yet to be held in Norfolk.

Young people, students, job changers and construction-related businesses are being urged to attend Build Your Construction Future at the Norfolk Showground. More than 1,000 people are expected to visit the career convention next month.

The event is being hosted by Build Norfolk, which aims to develop the county's construction supply chain with the objective of helping small and medium-size businesses within the industry. Norfolk County Council - via its offshoot NPS Property Consultants - is the lead partner in Build Norfolk.

"Since continuous improvement relies upon attracting and retaining talented people, this event should be mutually beneficial for employers and employees alike - and surely an opportunity not to be missed," said Peter Weaver, asset management director at NPS Property Consultants.

Construction Skills - the industry's sector skills council - has thrown its support behind the event, as has Train to Gain. Regional construction businesses will be given the chance to generate interest in their organisations and meet potential apprentices and existing skilled workers.

"The event represents a tremendous opportunity for employers, professional bodies and support organisations to come together and answer some of the questions that the next generation of construction workers want to ask," said Mark Wenham, of Construction Skills.

"From architects to zinc roofers, the construction industry comprises a diverse range of professions, and Build Your Construction Future will incorporate interactive displays and demonstrations from many of them - all designed to stimulate interest and enthusiasm in construction."

To reserve a stand at the event, on September 30, call David Moore on 01263 735486. For further information, e-mail events@buildnorfolk.co.uk

Courtesy of EDP

21 August 2008