If you are looking to take the next step in your career within the Building Materials industry, the Building Materials Careers website is a great place to start. Managed by the Builders’ Merchants Federation, this new initiative brings career opportunities from across the sector together in one place, giving you the chance to browse vacancies from many different employers. These include roles in Finance, Health & Safety, Information Technology, Human Resources, Branch, Facilities, Marketing and many other business areas.

The Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants offers grants to support training and education for individuals and companies within the builders’ materials industry. Each grant, worth up to £2,000, is open to individuals looking to enter the building materials sector for the first time, and to those already working within it who wish to develop their skills and learning. Grants are also available for school leavers, college or university graduates, students and apprentices. Visit the Worshipful Company website to find out more about how to apply.