The skyline of Aberdeen city centre is defined in part by cranes and floodlights as developments – some more controversial than others – are progressed.
What's not in doubt is that the numerous building programmes across the city make for busy times for a recruiter.
The Marischal Square development, the project at the old Capitol building and the works at the Triple Kirks site represent just a few of the programmes under way in Aberdeen. More widely, of course, infrastructure developments such as the Third Don Crossing and the Western Peripheral Route are also the subject of much activity.
It’s clear that the trades sector is one that is offering scope for positivity in the North-east at the moment: site workers are in big demand as some project deadlines loom ever larger for developers.
Wendy Buchan, trades recruitment consultant at Right People says, “As a construction recruiter, I know the growing number of work-sites in the local area means lots of opportunities – opportunities to place the right candidates into roles that allow them to use their skills and contribute to the future landscape of our area.
“The nature of recruitment within this sector is extremely variable, particularly when so many projects are ongoing. One day a painter and decorator may be required to add the finishing touches to a new office block and the next a full team of workers could be needed to see a job through to completion.
“Being a local recruiter with access to a large database of candidates across the full range of disciplines - project managers, surveyors and foremen, bricklayers and joiners, plumbers and electricians, plasterers and painters, and more – we know we're in a great position to recommend to employers the most suitable candidates for their team.”
Right People advise that candidates should always be prepared, as the next opportunity may well be just around the corner. The recruitment specialist stressed that candidates must:
- Make sure they have their CSCS card, which is necessary for access to any construction site.
- Be prepared to start a job at a single day's notice – in a competitive market your willingness to begin working the next day could be crucial.
- Be prepared to be flexible with working hours; the deadlines for major projects often come under public scrutiny. Earlier starts and later finishes may be required to help ensure developments finish on schedule.
Established in 2008, Right People is based on North Silver Street, just off Golden Square. Right People works closely with clients to provide personnel for roles in accountancy, IT, sales and marketing, human resources, business support, supply chain and construction.
For more information please visit www.rightpeople.uk.net