Recruitment firm opens Solihull office
Labour supplier VGC has added to its nine UK offices with a new base in Solihull.
The new office is in addition to VGC’s existing base in Birmingham city centre, supporting around 150 local workers.
The firm has been supplying staff for major projects such as HS2, the Eastcroft energy from waste plant, the Highways England regional development plan and Network Rail upgrades.
Ciara Pryce, chief operating officer, said: “Everyone should be able to earn a living close to home; we feel strongly that our project workforce should reflect the communities within which we work. In a recent diversity survey, VGC’s workforce in the Midlands region identified as 48% BAME. Local recruitment benefits communities economically and socially by creating sustainable careers for local people.
“We are working closely with stakeholders and training providers to create pathways for residents to access our employment opportunities, including apprenticeships and Kickstart placements. Our expanded office base will help us engage, attract and retain the best talent across the Midlands, and offer new openings on our client’s projects.”
Chris Ryan, managing director, said: “VGC has been hiring during the pandemic to support our future growth plans, buoyed by major contract wins. Our new office is a sign of VGC’s commitment to the region, and I look forward to supporting our clients as they deliver key regional infrastructure projects.”
Opening the VGC Solihull office, Mayor Andy Street said: “I’m delighted to welcome this investment in Solihull by VGC, and their fantastic plans to create over 900 jobs in the region over the next couple of years.
“The major investment we are seeing in the region, including HS2 and other large construction projects, is driving huge new opportunities for local jobs, and I’m really keen to see those jobs go to local people. VGC’s commitment to the West Midlands will play a big part in making this happen. I’m particularly impressed by their efforts to diversify their recruitment and make these opportunities and careers open to all.”
