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There are loads of construction jobs coming to Newham, here are
six of the careers available.
 Logistics
Did
you know who gets all the equipment, materials and goods on
site Every construction project requires a logistics manager
and thousands will be needed for all the projects around the
Royal Docks.
 Plumber
Did
you know that for the regeneration of Canning Town alone,
we'll need thousands of plumbers to help install the central
heating and drainage in over 7,000 new
homes.
 General construction
worker
As you will have
seen from all the cranes and building sites across Newham, the
borough is having an extreme makeover. And we need thousands
of construction workers over the next 20 years and beyond to
help make it happen.
 Civil
engineer
Did you know the newest
crossing over the Thames, the Thames Gateway Bridge is
expected to come to Newham in 2015 and it will need hundreds
of civil engineers to work on its design and
construction?
 Project
manager
Did you know that
every major building project such as Stratford City has at
least one project manager to ensure that it runs on time and
on budget?
 Electrician
Did
you know that over 53,000 homes are being built across Newham
over the next 13 years? So, the demand for electricians is on
the up.
Logistics
Did you know who gets all the equipment, materials and goods on
site? Every construction project requires a logistics manager and
thousands will be needed for all the projects around the Royal
Docks.
Not only do logistics managers ensure that raw materials are
transferred on time, but they check that goods are delivered to
customers and business outlets. Organisational skills are therefore
key.
You'll enjoy working with numbers too as it's the logistics manager
who focuses on meeting targets and performance indicators.
In addition to those numeracy skills, throw IT and leadership
ability into the pot. The job is certainly demanding, but highly
rewarding too. Senior managers can earn up to £60,000 a year.
Most of the people starting out as a logistics manager have a BTEC
higher national certificate or diploma (HNC/HND) or a degree. It is
possible to start in a more junior role and work your way up with
training and experience.
Over 18? Find out more from
www.newhamworkplace.co.uk.
Under 18? Find out more from
www.newhamconnexions.com.
Still at school? Find out more from
www.newhamsussed.co.uk.
Plumber
Did you know that for the regeneration of Canning
Town alone, we'll need thousands of plumbers to help install the
central heating and drainage in over 7,000 new homes?
And then there's the repair work to existing buildings and homes
when washing machines or pipes spring a leak.
There's loads of options in a plumber's work - you
can choose to work alone, in a team or alongside carpenters,
painters and electricians. Want a bit of variety in your life?
Good basic wages are on offer, alongside some
companies offering incentives and bonuses. You could also joins the
thousands of plumbers who run their own business.
It's helpful, but not totally necessary to have
GCSE maths, English and technology. Most plumbers go for the City
and Guilds Foundation Certificate which you can study for full or
part time alongside gaining practical experience. Other courses
lead towards NVQ/SVQ levels two and three.
Over 18? Find out more from
www.newhamworkplace.co.uk.
Under 18? Find out more from
www.newhamconnexions.com.
Still at school? Find out more from
www.newhamsussed.co.uk.
General Construction
Worker
As you will have seen from all the cranes and
building sites across Newham, the borough is having an extreme
makeover. And we need thousands of construction workers over the
next 20 years and beyond to help make it happen.
We've recently recruited over 100 people to help
underground the power lines in the Olympic Park. And that's just
the beginning.
How would you like to do something different each
week? It could be making roads, timbering or installing flooring in
an office block. With such a wide range of skills you'll really be
in demand.
So you'll also have a head for heights, be happy
working outdoors and be flexible. Then of course there's the good
wages and the chance to get overtime.
With no set qualifications, most people do
apprenticeships so you can learn and earn.
Over 18? Find out more from
www.newhamworkplace.co.uk.
Under 18? Find out more from
www.newhamconnexions.com.
Still at school? Find out more from
www.newhamsussed.co.uk.
Civil
Engineer
Did you know the newest crossing over the Thames,
the Thames Gateway Bridge is expected to come to Newham in 2015 and
it will need hundreds of civil engineers to work on its design and
construction?
And it's not just bridges - civil engineers turn
complex designs for highways, waterways and transport into reality
- on a daily basis.
Or you'll play a key part in designing buildings,
pipelines, dams and railways plus have the chance to travel - for a
salary of at least £32,000.
You'll need to be competent at maths and design and
managing projects. Want to help the world run smoothly?
A degree, BTEC or HND in civil engineering is
needed, followed by a period of training and professional
development - so you'll be at least 25 when qualified, but it's
worth the wait.
Over 18? Find out more from
www.newhamworkplace.co.uk.
Under 18? Find out more from
www.newhamconnexions.com.
Still at school? Find out more from
www.newhamsussed.co.uk.
Project
Manager
Did you know that every major building project such
as Stratford City has at least one project manager to ensure that
it runs on time and on budget?
These project managers take care of planning,
coordinating, keeping the costs under control and the client
happy.
Project managers earn from £30,000 a year - we'll
need hundreds in Newham over the next 20 years. Sounds like
you?
You'll need a degree in building studies or
building management - did you know that you could get sponsorship
from a company that may even give you a job at the end of your
training?
With a BTEC or NVQ/SVQ under your belt you could
start out as a trainee technician and then go on to do a degree
course.
Over 18? Find out more from
www.newhamworkplace.co.uk.
Under 18? Find out more from
www.newhamconnexions.com.
Still at school? Find out more from
www.newhamsussed.co.uk.
Electrician
Did you know that over 53,000 homes are being built
across Newham over the next 13 years? So, the demand for
electricians is on the up.
Did you know that apprentices can earn from £10,000
and electricians with approved status earn from £23,000? You could
be self-employed or work for a building firm, engineering company
or electrical manufacturer.
It's not just the installation of lighting and
sockets and repairing faults, but electricians also work on IT
networks or security systems, depending on their speciality.
You'll need to be practical, methodical and
physically fit with a good head for heights!
School leavers most commonly start on a government
run apprenticeship where key skills and NVQ level three are gained.
With experience and further training you can work up to managerial
positions.
Over 18? Find out more from
www.newhamworkplace.co.uk.
Under 18? Find out more from
www.newhamconnexions.com.
Still at school? Find out more from
www.newhamsussed.co.uk.
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