Building the Trade Pipeline: Apprenticeships, Bootcamps and Skills Delivery That Works

Trade shortages remain one of the most immediate challenges facing construction across the North. While long-term workforce strategy is essential, businesses are seeking practical ways to recruit, train and retain skilled operatives today. 

This session focuses on how apprenticeships, bootcamps and alternative training pathways are working in practice across Greater Manchester and beyond. 

Bringing together employer and provider perspectives, the discussion will explore how sustainable trade pipelines can be built to meet live project demand. 

Designed for contractors, SMEs and supply chain businesses, the session provides actionable insight into how trade skills are being developed and deployed across the region.