AC Whyte has welcomed S4 pupils from St Margaret Mary's Secondary School, in Glasgow to their Head Office recently as part of their Construct Aware course.

Designed in collaboration with Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) and the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, this course involves various businesses dedicated to introducing young adults to the construction industry. Over the span of 8 weeks, students will visit different companies to gain insights into the wide array of careers available in construction.

This course provides a unique opportunity for students to gain first-hand insights into the energy efficiency work that A.C. Whyte delivers and to learn about our journey towards net-zero. During the course of the day, the pupils had the chance to get hands-on experience in several trades under the guidance of our Skills Academy Principal, Tommy Campbell, and our longest-serving boarder, Bobby Mills. They participated in trying their hand at boarding, roughcasting, scrimming, roof tiling, and applying solar panels to a roof rig, giving them a glimpse into the skills and techniques involved in these trades.


To further enhance their learning experience, our Head of HR, Stephanie, conducted a CV and personal statement workshop. Stephanie said: With world-leading, ambitious targets for net zero, Scotland needs a carbon army, and it is essential that we attract talent to our sector to deliver on our ambitions. Engaging with different partners through Construct Aware has allowed us to educate students on the opportunities and careers available within our business and the construction industry, ensuring they get a strong insight into the various options and routes available.

Nick from Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, who is closely working with the pupils on their 8-week journey, said: "Thanks again for your session—it was fantastic, and the input from everyone was absolutely spot on. The feedback from the pupils was excellent, and the plastering part was a particular highlight, which actually surprised me, as it is usually the likes of drilling and slating that are highlighted."