CAREERS
WITH VARIED AND WIDE-RANGING OPPORTUNITIES, AS WELL AS ACCESSIBLE PATHWAYS INTO THE INDUSTRY, CONSTRUCTION CAREERS HAVE NEVER BEEN MORE EXCITING AND REWARDING… CITB NI encourages students to consider building a career in construction
Construction Industry Training Board NI (CITB NI) is encouraging A Level and GCSE students getting their results to consider building a career in construction. With varied and wide-ranging opportunities, as well as accessible pathways into the industry, a career in construction has never been more exciting and rewarding. From design, construction and maintenance of buildings to infrastructure projects such as bridges, roads, tunnels and waterways, construction boasts a variety of careers including skilled trades, IT, marketing, project management, design and much more. Emerging digital technologies such as Building Information Modelling, drone usage and augmented reality/virtual reality are on the rise within the industry, with companies actively seeking these skills. Plus, pathways into the construction industry have never been so accessible. Students can consider options ranging
from apprenticeship programmes to third level education.
where to go next following exam results can be daunting but with so much advice, guidance and support available, the decision-making process can be eased. “CITB NI is here to help students consider a career in construction as well as show the variety of careers available within the industry. By choosing a career in construction, you will open doors to joining specialist people all working together to build a strong, long-lasting future. “You will be choosing to join one of Northern Ireland’s largest industries which welcomes everyone from newcomers to people with some experience to career changers. CITB NI has a wealth of information to help guide you through what is available. Simply visit our website where you will find lots of information that will sign post you to what’s on offer within the industry.” For further information on a career in construction, visit www.citbni.org.uk/ careers and follow CITB NI on Facebook, X and Instagram #BuildYourCareer.
THINKING ABOUT A CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION? Here are a few opportunities to consider: • Make a real difference to the environment from city regeneration to ensuring essential facilities are available. • Have access to a huge range of training and respected professional qualifications at all levels. • Have opportunities to progress and/ or travel and work throughout the UK, Ireland and/or further afield. • Work in an environment that is constantly changing – you may spend some time working in the office and some time working outdoors. • Obtain job satisfaction knowing that you helped build something that will last a lifetime or longer. • Have the potential to become self- employed in your chosen occupation. Barry Neilson OBE, Chief Executive of CITB NI, said, “Deciding what to do and
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