We’re thrilled to once again join forces with Open Doors and Build UK this March, opening up a world of possibilities for school and college students eager to explore exciting careers in the construction industry.
With the UK construction sector projected to need 50,000 new recruits every year over the next five years to meet growing demand for homes and infrastructure*, there’s never been a better time to introduce students to Sunbelt Rentals and showcase the amazing careers within our industry. From 17th to 22nd March 2025, we’ll be offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life with the UK’s leading rental equipment provider to the construction industry and beyond.
Students will have the chance to participate in engaging workplace tours and hands-on interactive sessions at our depots across the country. Our passionate experts will be ready to inspire, answer questions, and guide attendees on the many pathways into a fulfilling career at Sunbelt Rentals.
Reflecting on the success of last year’s event, Julie White, Chair of Build UK, shared:
”Seeing people experience a construction project or workplace for the first time and hearing the words “wow I never knew this role existed” is why we run Open Doors.
“As an industry we needed tens of thousands of new recruits before the Government announced its new target to build 1.5 million new homes, and so it’s more important than ever that we are showcasing the wide range of career opportunities available across the supply chain.
“There is a career for everyone in construction, whatever their background, skills or interests, and planting the seed in people’s minds now is crucial - especially for school, college and university leavers who, if they catch the construction bug, could be working in the industry in a few months’ time.”
Jenny Parry, Head of Talent at Sunbelt Rentals, echoed this sentiment, saying:
“After the fantastic response to last year’s Open Doors event, we’re proud to be part of this inspiring initiative once again. Welcoming students to our depots was a privilege—watching them get hands-on with our equipment, explore real-world challenges, and discover the wide array of roles we offer was incredibly rewarding. We remain fully committed to creating more opportunities for young people to join the industry.”
To find out more about the events taking place across the country, including our virtual session on 19th March, visit the Open Doors website.
* Source: CITB https://www.citb.co.uk/about-citb/construction-industry-research-reports/construction-skills-network-csn/