Building supplier Marshalls is joining charity Building Heroes to help members of the armed forces community move into civilian roles across construction and the built environment.
The collaboration links industry demand for trained workers with structured pathways for service leavers, veterans, reservists and military families entering employment after service.
Building Heroes delivers short, intensive training with training provider partners and works with industry sponsors and supporters to provide employer engagement.
As a silver sponsoring partner, Marshalls will support local fundraising activities and, as the partnership progresses, there will be potential for volunteering, mentoring and engagement opportunities for employees.
Chris Charles, CEO of Building Heroes Education Foundation, said: “Every person leaving the military deserves confidence about what comes next. Marshalls’ decision to partner with Building Heroes shows a shared belief that potential should never be lost simply because someone is changing career.
“Their support helps us give people direction, skills and opportunity at a pivotal moment in life, changing futures for individuals, families and communities. We are grateful for their support and look forward to working together to make a real difference over the coming year.”
Recent Building Heroes graduates include former military engineers, logisticians and technicians who have progressed into roles such as site supervisors, tradespeople and property maintenance operatives following training.
Shiv Sibal, chief legal officer and company secretary at Marshalls, commented: “By supporting service leavers and veterans, we’re helping talented people build skilled, rewarding careers while also helping close the construction skills gap and strengthen the workforce for the future.
“Through this partnership, we aim to help create real opportunities for individuals and deliver lasting benefits for our industry.”
