INDUSTRY NEWS
GGF AND FENSA JOBS BOARD PLAYS MATCHMAKER FOR THE INDUSTRY
» AS THE SHORTFALL IN skilled labour continues to be an issue for the fenestration industry , the GGF and FENSA are pleased to announce that their combined jobs board is helping to match companies with vacancies to fill , with suitable candidates .
The Glass and Glazing Federation ( GGF ) and FENSA officially launched the jobs board in February and just a few months on are pleased to report that the forum is being populated . Chris Beedel , Head of Advocacy & Stakeholder Relations at the GGF explained : “ In the relatively short time the jobs board has been live , it has seen 54 jobs posted and 40 applicants looking for work and we are confident that these numbers will continue to grow .
“ We created the jobs board because our members told us they were struggling to fill vacancies , and yet we knew there were also plenty of people looking for work . The board that sits on both the GGF and FENSA websites holds current job vacancies as well as profiles of candidates that are looking for work . The system actively matches job seekers with positions that are suited to their skillset and requirements . Of course , the more companies and people that use the jobs board , the more useful it will become as a resource .
“ GGF members can post jobs on the board for free , but non-members can still use the facility for a fee . Meanwhile individuals looking for work are notified when new jobs matching their criteria are posted , or when new relevant training courses are launched .”
Chris concluded : “ We are pleased to be able to offer a solution for both the companies looking for the skilled workforce they need to survive and thrive , as well as the individuals that are investing a lot of time and effort into finding the right job for them . Allowing the two communities to find each other more easily is a great step forward for the industry .”
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GGF to Promote Glazing Industry at Apprenticeship and Education Event
» THE GLASS AND Glazing Federation ( GGF ) was pleased to promote the industry at the Apprenticeship and Education Event in Birmingham on the 25th of April . The event attracts over 6,000 school and college students who are looking to be inspired about their future .
John Mannell , Technical Officer & Training Manager at the GGF , explains why the organisation has decided to exhibit at the event : “ It is estimated that the construction industry needs an additional 50,000 skilled workers , including from the glass , glazing and fenestration industries , to meet the Government ’ s net zero objective , so it is imperative that we play our part in attracting new talent to the sector .
“ The Apprenticeship and Education Event will be the first apprenticeship fair we are attending this year , with another following in October and is suitable for school children from the age of 10 years old , right through to college students who are considering the next step on their career path , whether that ’ s further education , training , or employment . The glazing industry has so many different jobs to offer across installation , manufacture , human resources , marketing , and sales , to name just a few , it is important that we are represented at these sorts of events . And if students of school leaving age want more information about jobs available now , they can access the industry Jobs Board that sits on both the GGF and FENSA websites .”
John continues : “ As the most influential trade association in the industry , with GGF members making up over 60 % of the sector ’ s £ 4 billion annual turnover , we are well positioned to raise awareness and represent the sector . Also , with our own Skilled Pathways Scheme already in place , we have an inside working knowledge of apprenticeships that we can share with the young people attending apprenticeship fairs .
“ We ’ re confident we can play our part in helping the construction sector to meet the Government targets , but we do need to make the most of as many opportunities like this as we can to get there .”
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10 JUNE 2024 CLEARVIEW-UK . COM