More than 150 college students received first hand career advice on the construction industry at a talk given by the project skills and corporate responsibility manager at the repairs and maintenance provider, Kier.
Terry Hanlon shared his vocational experiences and personal career development with the students from East Durham College Technical Academy.
The presentation offered an insight into future employment opportunities within the sector, and broadening existing skill sets to diversify from traditional linear career paths.
The students were shown real-life examples of construction based corporate responsibility projects in the East Durham area including Kier’s renovation of Peterlee Methodist Church, where the company is providing new floors and tiling in addition to donating a new kitchen.
Terry Hanlon also talked about Kier’s project to clean up the River Tees for local Tees Wheely Boat Club which helps disabled people of all ages enjoy boating. He said: “I hope the talk allowed the students to realise the potential scope for future employment within the construction industry, and to consider additional options available to extend their work experience.”
Kier’s project skills and corporate responsibility manager, Terry Hanlon presents to students at East Durham College
