Sometimes it can be hard to envision just how much work goes into some of the biggest construction projects in the UK. The challenges and complexities involved, from the design and planning phase to the final build, are not always highlighted. That’s where Embassy Unfiltered comes in.
Join our Higher Sites reporter, Billy Herring, for our brand-new documentary series aiming to showcase the hard work of everyone who makes our business tick. The series follows our staff as they explain how their day-to-day task affects the smooth running of the business.
Reducing The Skills Gap
It’s no secret that the construction industry needs to combat the skills gap. Estimates from the CITB see the industry needing 225,000 additional workers to meet UK construction demand by 2027. Progress towards this target has been slow and this is a real problem.
Our goal with the new series is to help promote construction to those who may have a negative image of those who work in industry due to stereotypes. This will hopefully break these perceptions and allow the true talent of our industry to shine through.
We also want to inform people that there is much more to the construction industry than what is visible. Whilst the public sees our scaffolders and roofers out on-site, there is a whole team of people who make our business and the construction industry tick.
A New Generation of Construction
Young people are the future of our industry and we need to do more to promote the industry to the next generation. Through this new series and the use of TikTok, we aim to reach the younger generation and make the industry as appealing as possible to a whole new audience.
We must highlight progression pathways so that young people see construction as a career rather than just a job. That’s why interviewing members of our team who have worked their way through the ranks is so important.
It also helps highlight the variation of jobs that are available, For health and safety, contacts management to transport and general management there are so many hidden careers that dont get the airtime they deserve, something we are actively trying to change!
Episode 1 – The Yard
In Episode 1, Billy chats with our Yard Manager, Kenny, about how his role affects the whole business, from relationships with the office staff, all the way to the scaffolders erecting the scaffolding on site.
They also discuss the importance of strong stock control and why it’s so crucial that Embassy owns the majority of our scaffolding equipment.
Episode 2 – Transport
In Episode 2, Billy chats with our Transport Manager, Liam, about how his role is crucial to the smooth running of the business, and how important his relationship with the drivers is.
They also discuss the future of transport in the construction industry and how the crucial processes that have been put in place at Embassy will serve them now and into the future.
What’s Next?
There are so many areas of our business still to cover, so we will continue to highlight the great work of our team and promote the industry as a whole.
The first two episodes are available now on our YouTube Channel, and stay tuned for the next instalment!
If you are interested in a career in construction, take a look at our Academy page – www.embassysiteservices.co.uk/academy