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With Bradford Live ’ s ambition to create circa 50 full time equivalent positions at the venue upon completion of the redevelopment , this appointment will add a further 60 temporary construction jobs to the roster .
Five apprenticeship roles will also be created by RN Wooler during the construction phase . Working closely with Leeds College of Building and Bradford College to o ? er the apprenticeships to 16 to 18-year-old students , the Bradford Live project will provide practical , workplace opportunities for those studying construction , skills and trades .
In addition , efforts will focus on a strong supply chain of both suppliers and subcontractors from the Bradford District and Leeds City Region . RN Wooler will be looking to Leeds and Bradford-based suppliers in the first instance when ordering materials to support the project ’ s sustainability drive .
The project is partly funded by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority ’ s Growth Deal – a £ 1 billion-plus investment aimed at transforming the Leeds City Region economy , by making vital upgrades to transport , building more housing , investing in a skilled and flexible workforce and supporting the growth of cities and towns across West Yorkshire .
Bradford Live Managing Director , Lee Craven , said : “ These are exciting times for the Bradford Live project and we are proud to have RN Wooler & Co as part of the team . We want Bradford Live to become part of the community and help drive the Bradford economy . It will be a fantastic venue , delivering 270,000 visitors a year to the city and support not only those involved with the project , but up to 500 FTE indirectly across the region .”
Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw at Bradford Council said : “ We are very pleased that this highly skilled local supplier has been awarded this important contract .
“ The transformation of Bradford ’ s iconic former Odeon cinema into a world-class live entertainment and events venue will bring major benefits to Bradford city centre and attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year .
“ Bradford Live is part of a broader commitment we have to supporting the arts and the economic development of the district . The contract will employ 65 people including five new apprenticeships giving the local economy a welcome boost .
“ We are immensely proud that local people will play such a critical role in developing this iconic facility which will be enjoyed by many generations to come .”
Director of RN Wooler & Co Ltd , Gareth Wooler , added : “ We are particularly honoured and proud to have been awarded the contract for this exciting and prestigious project . As a family owned , Yorkshire company employing local people , the opportunity to create employment and further strengthen our ties to the community is a fantastic achievement and is testament to the hard work and continuing efforts of our colleagues .” Head of NEC Group Venue Partnerships , Dan Boulger , concluded : “ The job opportunities , economic impact and legacy benefits that this project creates will serve the local community for generations and continues to have the full backing of the NEC Group . We very much look forward to seeing RN Wooler & Co bring the visions for this extraordinary building to life .”
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