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Bricklayer Opportunities for qualified bricklayers are excellent, due to the expansion of urban regeneration programmes and construction projects around the country. There may also be opportunities to work abroad on contracts with larger firms. (Bricklayer). ( Bricklayers work for building contractors and local authorities, but many are self-employed and work on a sub-contract basis for contractors as labour only with materials supplied by the building contractor ). Back to top

Building Control Officer There are possibilities for self-employment, consultancy work and to specialise in areas such as the fire safety of buildings or sports stadium safety. (Building Control Officer). ( Local authorities are the major employers of building control officers but there are also opportunities in the private sector, within government-appointed inspection bodies ). Back to top

Building Technician There are opportunities with national and international building firms and contractors, in central and local government, and with organisations that carry out their own construction projects such as electricity, gas, and water companies, major retailers and health authorities. (Building Technician). ( Progression routes normally include movement in to construction management positions or further specialisation in technical areas, such as estimating, draughting or company buyer ). Back to top

Carpenter Many are self-employed and work on a sub-contract basis for contractors, with some contracts offering the chance to work overseas. It may be possible for carpenters and joiners to progress to technician-level and construction management, or to move into a specialised area of work such building restoration or furniture making. (Carpenter). ( Carpenters and joiners work for construction companies, local authorities, public organisations and shopfitting companies ). Back to top

Carpet Fitter It is possible to specialise in fitting carpets in domestic properties, commercial properties or in fitting other types of floor coverings such as vinyl, slate tiles, and hardwoods. Many carpet fitters and floor layers are self-employed, completing jobs on a contract basis. (Carpet Fitter). ( Carpet fitters and floor layers are employed by retail carpet shops, department stores, specialist flooring firms, interior designers, carpet showrooms and carpet manufacturers throughout the UK ). Back to top

Cavity Wall Insulator The cavity wall insulation business is dominated by small firms, usually with between two and six employees. The majority of firms are located in urban areas. energy efficiency and conservation measures are being heavily promoted by the government to Career progression generally involves insulators moving from paid employment. (Cavity Wall Insulator). ( Many cavity wall insulators are self-employed. Some larger companies may offer chargehand posts. self-employment ). Back to top

Ceiling Fixer The majority of ceiling fixers are employed by companies that specialise in fitting suspended for promotion to supervisory level then construction management. (Ceiling Fixer). ( ceilings in commercial premises. Some ceiling fixers are self-employed ). Back to top

Construction Manager companies, and larger organisations such as major retailers. specialist aspects of the work, and opportunities to work abroad may be available. Experienced construction managers may progress into contract management, or become There are also opportunities in teaching and research, as well as support services such as health and safety. (Construction Manager). ( Construction managers work for construction companies or specialist subcontractors. also opportunities with local building contractors, central and local government, utility company directors ). Back to top

Construction Operative other public organisations. Although the main construction shortages are in the skilled trades, opportunities are still good due to the increasing expansion of the sector. It is possible for operatives to progress to technician level or to become site supervisors. (Construction Operative). ( Construction operatives work for building or engineering contractors, local authorities and opportunities for overseas contract work. example, the 2012 Olympic Games site facilities ). Back to top

Construction Plant Operator contract or to progress to supervisory positions and construction site management. Plant operators may also move into specialised areas of work such as estimating, or become plant coordinators, selecting the machinery needed for each new project and evaluating new Self-employment is common, either as an owner-operator or on a labour-only basis for a contractor. (Construction Plant Operator). ( Plant operators are employed by building or civil engineering contractors, local authorities and other public organisations, and plant hire companies. machinery. machinery ). Back to top

Electrician government, media production companies, hospitals, and power generating and supply Installation electricians may be self-employed or may work on a contract basis. There is a shortage of trained electricians at present, so prospects are very good for qualified With further training, opportunities may arise in electrical estimating and contract. (Electrician). ( Electricians are employed by a wide range of organisations including electrical and building firms, electrical manufacturers, general manufacturing and engineering companies, local companies. workers. work. management ). Back to top

Electricity Distribution Worker Electricity distribution workers may be able to progress to a general supervisory job usually on the completion of a level 3 qualification. (Electricity Distribution Worker). ( Regional electricity companies employ electricity distribution workers ). Back to top

Estimator Prospects are good as jobs are available in many sectors: light and heavy engineering, manufacturing, process industries such as oil and chemicals, public utilities, transport and Opportunities to progress to project Larger firms may have positions working on overseas contracts. (Estimator). ( construction. --Many larger companies have estimating departments. leader, section manager and estimating department manager may become available. With engineer ). Back to top

Facilities Manager Facilities management is a relatively new, but fast-growing profession. (Facilities Manager). ( Facilities managers may consortia delivering a full range of design, build, finance and management services ). Back to top

Tiler industry, directly to businesses and individual householders. With additional training, wall and floor tilers may progress to technician level or become Self-employment is a common option. (Tiler). ( Most tilers work for specialist tiling contractors who provide services to the construction work abroad on contract. supervisors or contract managers. training courses ). Back to top

Gas Distribution Worker Work is available in all parts of the country. The major employer is National Grid, or distribution workers are employed by smaller specialist maintenance and building companies and contractors. (Gas Distribution Worker). ( contracting companies who have been awarded period contracts by National Grid. Some ). Back to top

Glazier in conservatory construction, glass roofing or other aspects of glazing. Many glaziers are self-employed and may work on a sub-contract basis. Others specialise in domestic glazing, emergency repairs for shops and offices or building restoration. (Glazier). ( Glaziers work for firms that sell, cut and install glass for construction companies, local Some glazing firms may specialise movement into specialist work ). Back to top

Heating Ventilation Fitter Employers range from specialist heating and ventilation firms to large organisations such as Self-employment is a further option. for several fitters to work together for a firm as sub-contractors. Promotion is possible to foreman; woman or site supervisor. It is also possible to undertake This would give access to degree level. (Heating Ventilation Fitter). ( local authorities and health authorities. further study for Edexcel higher national qualifications. studies and employment as an engineering technician, contract manager or design engineer ). Back to top

Land Property Valuer Opportunities exist in private practices such as estate agencies, auctioneers and surveying Many opportunities depend upon building up relevant experience, as well as possessing appropriate academic qualifications. Some valuers become consultants and work on a freelance services, as land and property markets open up. The development of international valuation those with the right experience and technical skills. (Land Property Valuer). ( firms. Financial institutions, the Civil Service and local government, the Valuation Office Agency basis. There may be opportunities to work with firms offering European cross-border valuation ). Back to top

Paint Sprayer The manufacturing and construction industries are the main employers of paint sprayers. Most opportunities are with large manufacturers and smaller specialist coating firms. Initial promotion is normally to paint shop supervisor. qualifications and experience may be able to work in quality control, health and safety, and production management. (Paint Sprayer). ( Paint sprayers with relevant There may be opportunities for construction paint sprayers to work overseas on large projects ). Back to top

Painter Decorator organisations such as local authorities and hospitals as part of a maintenance team. Some companies have particular specialisms such as Artexing, special effects or heavy industrial Many are self-employed and work on a sub-contract basis for contractors or for private householders. specific area of work within a large company, such as estimating. (Painter Decorator). ( Painters and decorators are employed by building or specialist painting contractors, or by painting. There may be opportunities to work abroad on contracts ). Back to top

Surveyor Planning and development surveyors work for local authorities, government departments, Career progression includes movement into project or senior management positions, partnership in private practice or self-employment as a consultant. (Surveyor). ( construction firms, property developers, commercial companies with property assets, building conservation bodies and specialist surveying practices.Planner ). Back to top

Plasterer Many are self-employed and work as sub-contractors, working as labour only with materials supplied by the building contractor. There may be opportunities to work abroad on contracts. estimating and construction management. (Plasterer). ( Plasterers work for specialist plastering firms, building contractors, local authorities and other public organisations ). Back to top

Plumber which range from small businesses to large companies, building contractors and public sector bodies such as local authorities. With relevant skills and training, plumbers can transfer into the heating, ventilation, refrigeration, electrical and air-conditioning industries or run their own specialised sections in working in gas fitting, there may be further options available. Progression routes depend on the size of the employer but could allow movement in to self-employment. (Plumber). ( skilled staff. Opportunities exist with plumbing or mechanical engineering services contractors, larger companies. plumbers; Technician: Gas Service. estimating, CAD design or contract; project management. Many plumbers opt for ). Back to top

Quarry Worker There are well over 2,000 quarries spread throughout the United Kingdom. Alternatively, it is possible to train as a driller or a shotfirer by undergoing specialist training in the use of drilling equipment and explosives. further educational qualifications can lead to jobs such as laboratory and quality control. (Quarry Worker). ( Companies vary dramatically in size. Opportunities exist to progress from quarry worker to operative, driver, mechanic or fitter. technicians and quarry engineer. developing countries ). Back to top

Refrigeration means there are many opportunities to work abroad. training, they can progress into supervisory management positions. (Refrigeration). ( Air-conditioning is an expanding industry worldwide. Rapid economic development overseas ). Back to top

Road Worker Road workers work for private civil engineering companies or for public bodies such as local Work is available across the UK and abroad. It may be possible to progress to supervisory. (Road Worker). ( councils. Many road workers become self-employed, working on a contract basis ). Back to top

Roofer authorities and other public organisations. Many are self-employed and work as sub-contractors with materials supplied by the building contractor. There may be opportunities to work abroad on contracts. It may be possible to progress to technician level and then into construction management. (Roofer). ( Roofers work for specialist roofing firms, building contractors, roofing materials suppliers, local ). Back to top

Scaffolder progress to supervisory, estimating or construction management roles. computer-aided design (CAD) skills, a scaffolder could move into project design and planning.There are opportunities to become self-employed. (Scaffolder). ( Scaffolders work for specialist scaffolding firms, building contractors and oil and power companies ). Back to top

Water Distribution Qualifications often enhance promotion prospects but performance on the job is an important factor. Some operatives study for engineering qualifications up to degree level and become engineering. (Water Distribution). ( positions. technicians or incorporated water engineers ). Back to top

Sheet Metal Worker ventilation equipment and office furniture manufacture. They also work for engineering and civil engineering companies involved in projects that require the fabrication of large metal structures, such as oil rigs and storage tanks. platers, tend to be in Scotland and the north of England. abroad. It is possible for platers and sheet metal workers who have completed their craft training to move on to train as engineering technicians. (Sheet Metal Worker). ( Sheet metal workers and platers work in manufacturing industries such as car, aircraft, Most sheet metal work is available in the Midlands, north-east, south Wales, London and the south-east of England. Heavy engineering companies and bases of engineering construction companies, which employ technician ). Back to top

Shopfitter Shopfitters usually work for specialist shopfitting companies and opportunities are good. Having gained sufficient experience, some shopfitters set up their own businesses. (Shopfitter). ( foreperson; and with further training, works manager and contracts manager ). Back to top

Steel Erector Employment opportunities follow trends in the construction industry and are currently good. Operatives with additional licences for operating plant equipment will enhance their options. With experience, progression to supervisory positions is possible. (Steel Erector). ( Most steel erectors work on a sub-contract basis for steel erection firms ). Back to top

Steel Fixer With experience, progression to supervisory positions is possible. (Steel Fixer). ( Most steel fixers work on a sub-contract basis for steel fixing and erection firms ). Back to top

Steeplejack A very small number are employed by building or civil engineering companies. specialist firms, promotion to supervisory and managerial posts is possible. opportunities for self-employment and to work abroad. (Steeplejack). ( Nearly all employment is with specialist firms of steeplejacks; lightning conductor engineers. ). Back to top

Surveyor Building Opportunities exist in local and central government, private and non-profit making property progression includes movement into project or senior management positions, partnership in. (Surveyor Building). ( companies, banks, mortgage, insurance companies and educational establishments. Career control surveying. Building Control Officer; Inspector ). Back to top

Surveyor Quantity climate and the state of the commercial, housing and industrial property market. and abroad. There may also be openings for consultancy work and self-employment. Career progression can lead to senior management positions. (Surveyor Quantity). ( Opportunities for employment exist within local authority or government departments, private practice, building contractors, property companies or commercial organisations both in the UK ). Back to top

Thatcher Most thatchers are self-employed, working alone or with one partner, one trainee and or one Most work is in rural areas, especially in the West Country, East Anglia and the The Countryside Agency advises those who live outside a main thatching region to have another form of income which can provide the Conservation regulations often do not allow owners to replace thatch with other materials, therefore the number of thatched properties is reasonably stable. (Thatcher). ( labourer. -- Midlands. Small numbers of thatchers work in Ireland, Scotland and Wales. some opportunities for qualified thatchers to work on contracts overseas. There is a lot of competition for thatching work. flexibility to undertake thatching work as it arises ). Back to top

Timber Yard Operative Opportunities also exist in management, training and assessing, sales and marketing. (Timber Yard Operative). ( Timber yard operatives may move into supervisory work in the yard, mill or shop. timber importing ). Back to top

Welder In companies employing teams of welders, promotion may be possible to foreman; woman and supervisor, or to fabrication workshop manager. Some welders move into inspection, quality control and non-destructive testing. (Welder). ( engineering construction, agricultural engineering, shipbuilding, vehicle manufacture and repair, as well as the opportunity to work abroad on overseas construction projects ). Back to top

Window Fitter There are opportunities with large national firms and smaller companies employing a limited number of teams. It is possible to become Experienced window fitters may be able to become window surveyors and or estimators, visiting customers'' premises, measuring up and offering quotations for new windows. (Window Fitter). ( Window fitters work throughout the country. self-employed; window fitting franchises may also be an option ). Back to top

Wood Machinist furniture companies. With experience, promotion to supervisory and management levels may also be an option. (Wood Machinist). ( Jobs are available in many areas of the country including timber yards, saw mills, construction shopfitting. option). (Permalink) Back to top