Donaldson Timber Systems unveils new skills hub

Alex Goodfellow, CEO at Donaldson Offsite, said: “The future success of the housing sector depends on the skills, confidence and availability of people to deliver it. 

“Rather than add to the narrative about the problem of the skills crisis, we want to contribute to the solution.

"By working with CITB and GRASSP, we have taken our knowledge and developed a timber frame training programme to support housebuilders and contractors that want to make the change to timber frame and need guidance."

He continued: “To succeed and build sustainable homes more quickly, the industry must be fully equipped with new knowledge and capability. We believe by launching this training hub and sharing our expertise, we can make a difference. 

“Collaboration will raise the whole sector – closing the skills gap, accelerating timber frame adoption and building the workforce and homes of the future that we so desperately need.”

Tim Balcon, CITB’s CEO, added: “Ensuring that on-site teams have the knowledge and skills required to effectively plan and build using modern methods of construction is key to enabling better decision-making and encouraging a ‘right first time’ mindset.

“The Industry Impact Fund supports projects that shape the future of construction, boosting skills, innovation and collaboration.

"The fund gives employers the power to design and develop training solutions that don’t already exist – ensuring they are scalable, sustainable and make a lasting impact.”

Find more information about the training programme here.