Construction Workers Of The Future Visit New Homes Site
A group of construction workers of the future have visited a new homes development by leading housebuilder Miller Homes.
The students, who are studying on a Level 3 Construction in the Building Environment course at Barnsley College, visited Honeywell Grange in the heart of the town.
The college course gives a great introduction into the construction industry covering core skills and providing a platform for further learning, career opportunities and training and development.
Students started the visit with a health and safety induction which was followed by a detailed tour of the site where they had the opportunity to ask questions and find out first-hand about the different processes involved in a new build development starting from the foundations through to the finished product.
Nick Arnold, Site Manager and Miller Homes Yorkshire, provided the students with professional advice on the range of careers available and the experience and qualifications they would need to achieve a successful career within the construction industry. They also had the opportunity to understand the day to day activities involved with working on a construction site.
"Miller Homes is committed to promoting careers in the construction sector and to highlighting just how many opportunities there are from the practical elements into more administrative, yet essential roles in land acquisition , finance and sales and marketing," said Nick "Honeywell Grange is nearing completion so it was interesting to explain the elements of construction pertaining to our last remaining plots and the conclusion of the site in general."
Nick gave the students a tour of his site and regional SHE manager, Tony Haigh was on hand to explain the complexities ad legalities of Health and Safety in the industry, another career option within the sector.
Ebrahim Loonat Course leader at Barnsely College commented: "Classroom learning is essential but first-hand experience and engagement with industry professionals really enhances the learning process for our students. Our sincere thanks go to the Miller Homes team for their continued support and for such a comprehensive tour and detailed discussions with us all."
With workers in the construction industry reaching a record low in 2018 there has never been more need for young people to choose this as a career and, with so many options available, raising awareness is key.
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