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Rexel investsin the electrical industry
Investing in the future of the electrical trade is a focus for many within the industry – and it’s an issue that has only garnered more attention since the announcement of Brexit. Electrical distributor Rexel reports on how it is doing its bit to encourage new talent within the industry.
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nly earlier this year, research undertaken by the Federation of Master Builders revealed in its quarterly report that the demand for skilled electricians outweighed supply.
Combined with a similar shortage in other skilled professions, such as plumbers, carpenters and bricklayers, this poses a problem for the Government as it tries to reach its target of constructing hundreds of thousands of houses annually. Electrical distributor Rexel has been keen to invest in supporting and
developing new talent eager to be part of the industry. One example comes from Greater Manchester, where Rexel have committed
to supporting 11 apprentices, including the sponsorship of three budding electricians who have not had the easiest path into work. This scheme has been made possible by working in partnership with the Re:allies Merchant Framework – a not for profit national partnership that provides smart procurement and asset management solutions for social housing landlords – and sees Rexel provide funding for the three young men through electrical apprenticeships. The three apprentices, Wayne Lango, Alex Tyrie and Will Doleman, were all
recruited by the charity Re:vision – a subsidiary charity of Procure Plus Holdings, part of the Re:allies Merchant Framework – through its partnership with local employment groups, YES Manchester, the Broughton Trust and Salford Search. These local employment groups have worked with the three candidates to
remove barriers that were preventing them from getting into work. They have supported them in preparing for interview and to sustain employment. Today all three apprentices are working for construction companies on the Procure Plus Framework. Wayne Bridgehouse, Head of Facilities Management, at Rexel said: “The
shortage of talent coming into our industry is not a new concern for us, but one that has definitely been highlighted during the conversations around increased need for new homes in the UK and concerning Brexit and potential limitations being placed on free movement from the EU across our borders. “At Rexel we have always supported those with a keen interest in the
electrical world, both within our own wholesaling sphere or the wider electrical industry. This latest investment demonstrates an ongoing commitment to the development and progression of our industry.”
We have always supported
those with a keen interest in the electrical world, both within our own wholesaling sphere or the wider electrical industry. This
latest investment demonstrates an ongoing commitment to the
development and progression of our industry.
www.ewnews.co.uk After struggling to obtain sustainable employment Wayne signed up to
YES Manchester for help. With financial support from Re:vision, YES Manchester was able to help Wayne by giving him 1-2-1 coaching, which boosted his confidence. After supporting him Wayne impressed at an interview with Mears and started his Electrical Apprenticeship in September 2017. When Wayne started his apprenticeship, he was delighted to receive a
tool kit from Re:vision made possible through the Rexel sponsorship. He said: “Getting the apprenticeship was amazing. I am determined to work hard and be worthy of the faith that everyone at YES, Re:vison, Rexel and Mears has shown in me. The tool kit is fantastic, it is just what I needed. I know I would never have had this opportunity without all this support.”
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Wayne Lango’s story: Today Wayne is an Electrical Apprentice with Mears working to improve properties for Northwards Housing through the Procure Plus Framework, a job he always wanted after watching his father work as an electrician. But his journey to success has not been straightforward.
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