One of the UK’s leading galvanizing industry firms is appealing for people to come forward for more than 45 new jobs available. ­

Sophie Williams, finance director and general manager at Corbetts the Galvanizers, is urging individuals who may have been made redundant during the pandemic to consider a career in the sector.

General operatives, forklift truck drivers, administrative staff and middle management roles are all in demand after the company secured a string of new orders in construction, street furniture, transport, utilities and a world-first collaboration with Fastline Steel Services that will see it galvanize over 15,000 tonnes of perimeter steel fencing every year.

The Telford-based business, which has remained operational throughout COVID-19, is also in the process of launching its new Iron Duke Academy that will give each individual a tailored development plan with the promise of rewards and recognition for loyalty and performance.

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“We’ve come through a very challenging economic time in a really strong position and now we are pressing the button on a major expansion drive that will initially create 45 new jobs, with more to follow,” explained Ms Williams. “There are a range of positions available across our administrative function and on the shopfloor, where we are just in the process of introducing a third shift to cope with increases in demand.”

She continued: “Galvanizing can be seen as a tough sector and it is definitely hard work, but for the right person it can be a hugely secure job and we’re investing a lot of time and effort into providing the best conditions and incentives in our industry.”

Corbetts the Galvanizers has been supplying world class hot dip galvanizing to thousands of customers across the UK and Europe for 160 years.

This process is the most effective and environmentally friendly way to protect steel from the elements and provides a long-term solution to corrosion (rust) and maintenance free protection in excess of 100 years.

It was taken over in 2017 by Ardenton Capital and this marked a paradigm shift in direction from the previous owners, reflected in the modern employee-centric culture that is now in place.

Corbetts the Galvanizers
www.wcorbett.co.uk

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