Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is working with STEM Returners to support more people back to the infrastructure industry after a career break.
Through the partnership, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure will host a careers programme open to people with any length of break on their CV.
STEM Returners will source the candidates and provide career coaching and mentoring throughout the paid placement.
At the end of the programme, returners may be offered the opportunity to become permanent Morgan Sindall Infrastructure employees.
The first candidates will join the energy business and be based in Motherwell and other locations around the UK as part of the commercial team.
Peter Kirk, managing director – energy, at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, said: “With major investment accelerating across the UK’s National Grid and a growing pipeline of work, addressing the sector’s skills gap has never been more important.
“People with STEM backgrounds bring valuable expertise, and we’re committed to helping them return to the work they enjoy by creating opportunities, supporting them to refresh their skills, and helping rebuild the confidence they need to thrive once again.”
Natalie Desty, director of STEM Returners, added: “We know there is a need for more people across the construction and infrastructure industries, but sadly, a gap on someone’s CV puts them at a distinct disadvantage when trying to re-enter the workforce. But a career break shouldn’t mean a career end.
“We’re proud to be working with Morgan Sindall Infrastructure on this new programme, which aims to improve recruitment practices and allow people to return to work in a supported environment.”
