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22/01/2020
Amey Becomes New BuildForce Member
Amey has strengthened its long association with the Armed Forces by forming an alliance with BuildForce.
BuildForce is an industry led programme that aims to reduce the skills gap in the construction industry by recruiting ex-military personnel. The two companies share very similar views of recognising the transferable skills that Service leavers and veterans have such as project management, leadership and quick and confident decision making.
The construction firm will be working closely with BuildForce to provide opportunities for Service leavers and Veterans to engage with its business. With the help of a network of Amey BuildForce mentors spread across the UK, Amey will be organising site visits, work placements and providing guidance and support with CV writing and mock interviews – all with the aim of offering suitable employment positions not only within Amey but also within its vast supply chain.
Around 10% of the Amey workforce across its Defence contracts come from a Forces background, and many more employees have worked closely with the military for many years.
Tim Redfern, Amey's Managing Director, Defence, and ex-Seaman Officer in the Royal Navy, is the nominated Amey BuildForce Ambassador and having signed the BuildForce Veterans Alliance Charter in December, will be providing direction and support throughout the programme.
Caroline Logan, BuildForce Programme Director, said: "We are delighted to welcome Amey as a new member and look forward to working with them to support Service leavers and Veterans in their journey to gain employment and further connect within their network."
Tim Redfern added: "With an ever-increasing skills gap in the construction industry, we are keen for Service leavers and Veterans to see Amey as a Forces friendly organisation and one that encourages and welcomes them as they make their transition into a civilian career. Our partnership with BuildForce will ensure that we harness the skills of our Armed Forces community and draw on their knowledge to improve the service we provide to our customers."
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BuildForce is an industry led programme that aims to reduce the skills gap in the construction industry by recruiting ex-military personnel. The two companies share very similar views of recognising the transferable skills that Service leavers and veterans have such as project management, leadership and quick and confident decision making.
The construction firm will be working closely with BuildForce to provide opportunities for Service leavers and Veterans to engage with its business. With the help of a network of Amey BuildForce mentors spread across the UK, Amey will be organising site visits, work placements and providing guidance and support with CV writing and mock interviews – all with the aim of offering suitable employment positions not only within Amey but also within its vast supply chain.
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Around 10% of the Amey workforce across its Defence contracts come from a Forces background, and many more employees have worked closely with the military for many years.
Tim Redfern, Amey's Managing Director, Defence, and ex-Seaman Officer in the Royal Navy, is the nominated Amey BuildForce Ambassador and having signed the BuildForce Veterans Alliance Charter in December, will be providing direction and support throughout the programme.
Caroline Logan, BuildForce Programme Director, said: "We are delighted to welcome Amey as a new member and look forward to working with them to support Service leavers and Veterans in their journey to gain employment and further connect within their network."
Tim Redfern added: "With an ever-increasing skills gap in the construction industry, we are keen for Service leavers and Veterans to see Amey as a Forces friendly organisation and one that encourages and welcomes them as they make their transition into a civilian career. Our partnership with BuildForce will ensure that we harness the skills of our Armed Forces community and draw on their knowledge to improve the service we provide to our customers."
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