Training & Employment Opportunities
Discover a range of tailored training and employment opportunities designed to equip you with the skills, qualifications, and experience needed to thrive in York’s growing construction sector.
Opportunity Spotlight
Passivhaus
- Passivhaus Bitesize: Design-focused introduction to low energy builds Courses running: Oct, Nov and Dec 2024 Mode: Online (4 x 2hr workshops and 15hrs self-study) - No prior knowledge required.
- Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson: Courses running: Nov 2024 and Jan 2025 Mode: Online (x4 sessions + 2 hr exam) - Advanced Course
- Passivhaus retrofit delivery: Courses running: 19th, 22nd, 26th, 29th Nov 2024 Time: 9am – 12pm Mode: online (4 x 3hr sessions) - Advanced Course
More Opportunities
Environmental Awareness
The SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme) is a one-day course that focuses on construction sites’ environmental issues.
It is ideal for anyone with supervisory responsibilities.
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
- City and Guilds Level 1 and Level 2 Award in Computer Aided Design and Parametric Modelling 3D (CAD)
- Digital and E-learning courses available
Health & Safety
- General Health and Safety Training
- The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Certification
Retrofitting
Solar Installation
EV Charging
Air Source Heat Pump
Domestic Retrofit Advice
Energy Efficiency – Traditional Buildings
Plumbing
- Plumbing Diploma (Level 2)
- Building Services Engineering for Construction T Level – Plumbing (Level 3)
- City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies
Construction Vehicles
Training to support you in operating construction plant and machinery on live construction sites.
- Dumper
- Telehandler
- Excavator
Bricklaying
- Bricklaying City & Guilds Diploma Level 1 and Level 2
- City & Guilds Level 1 Award in Construction Skills: Bricklaying
Electrical
- Electrical Installation (Level 2 and Level 3)
- Solar Installation
- EV Charging
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Energy Efficiency – Traditional Buildings
CSCS Cards
(Green CSCS Card)
The learners will receive a Level 1 Certificate in Health and Safety and a Green Labourer CSCS card.
(1 Full Day)
Women In Leadership
A forward-thinking program designed to go beyond traditional leadership development.
With a focus on innovative coaching techniques and supportive peer networks, it offers women a unique environment to grow as leaders and build lasting professional connections.
(January 2025)
Passivhaus Bitesize
Design-focused introduction to low energy builds.
4 x 2 hour Workshops + 15 hours self-study.
Start dates available in October, November and December 2024
Tuesday 8th October 2024
To enquire about any of these opportunities (or to make your own suggestion), contact us at: help@constructionyork.co.uk.