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Call for Armed Forces to build career with homebuilder

A leading homebuilder has announced a brand new opportunity for Armed Forces personnel to fast forward to a career in the construction industry in Northamptonshire.

Barratt Developments, parent company to Barratt and David Wilson Homes, is introducing a new accelerated Trainee Assistant Site Manager Programme for members of the Armed Forces.

The programme, which is accredited by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), takes 12 months to complete through a combination of classroom-based training and on-the- job experience, leading to an Assistant Site Manager position and beyond.

A leading homebuilder has announced a brand new opportunity for Armed Forces personnel to fast forward to a career in the construction industry in Northamptonshire.

Barratt Developments, parent company to Barratt and David Wilson Homes, is introducing a new accelerated Trainee Assistant Site Manager Programme for members of the Armed Forces.

The programme, which is accredited by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), takes 12 months to complete through a combination of classroom-based training and on-the- job experience, leading to an Assistant Site Manager position and beyond.

Richard Flamson, Construction Director at David Wilson Homes South Midlands, said: “Our Trainee Assistant Site Manager programme is a fantastic opportunity for ex-members of the Armed Forces looking to transition to civilian life. Training within the forces delivers a range of transferable skills that, from our experience, make excellent Site Managers.”

Following a structured learning programme, those on the programme will learn essential construction skills, people management and self-development in order to build on their existing skills gained during careers in the Army, Navy or RAF.

As participants develop over the 12 months, they will be responsible for:

 

  • Following the Armed Forces Community programme, including classroom workshops and on-site construction modules
  • Supporting the Site Manager in coordinating trades, labour and materials to meet the production programme
  • Working in conjunction with the sales team to ensure all procedures are adhered to
  • Deputising for the Site Manager
  • Supporting the Site Manager in ensuring the onsite construction team is fully resourced and well-directed
  • Ensuring high standards of customer satisfaction and health and safety on site

 

As well as a comprehensive induction, Trainee Assistant Site Managers have ongoing support from the construction team and will have regular reviews with their coach and mentor.

Chris Carty, Construction Director at Barratt Homes Northampton, said: “The work of an Assistant Site Manager is fast paced and well-suited to Armed Forces personnel looking for a new challenge. We’re looking for someone with strong leadership skills, who has the ability to think outside of the box, problem solve and work under pressure, all whilst maintaining the highest of standards.”

Experience of the built environment is desirable, but not essential for candidates who can demonstrate a passion for the business and a clear understanding of how they would like their career to develop.

To succeed on this programme, people will:

 

  • Thrive on challenge, be resilient and driven to achieve personal and organisational targets
  • Be confident articulators, able to communicate and negotiate persuasively to influence others assertively and build rapport with customers
  • Be commercially astute
  • Be self-confident, self-disciplined and have excellent time management skills
  • Embrace change and explore new ways of working
  • Be able to remain calm and controlled under pressure
  • Encourage and support fellow team members
  • Be able to build relationships across functions, both internally and externally

 

In return Barratt Developments offers a competitive package, including:

 

  • £24,000 salary, with review after 12 months
  • 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
  • Staff discount on house purchase
  • Pension
  • Employee assistance programme
  • My Barratt staff shop (including discounts, high street vouchers and cash back schemes)
  • In addition to the above, with the My Barratt Benefits scheme, salary sacrifice is available on benefits such as cycle to work scheme, healthcare, buying and selling holiday, gym membership, life insurance and childcare vouchers.

 

To find out more about the Trainee Assistant Site Manager Programme for Armed Forces and to apply, visit www.barrattcareers.co.uk.

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