There has been a strong response to the ‘It’s possible’ campaign, which encourages women to explore careers in construction
50 women attended a site tour of Western Sydney Airport, as part of the Australian Constructors Association’s (ACA) It’s Possible campaign.
The campaign aims to encourage mid-career women to consider a career change into construction, by offering tours of major infrastructure projects throughout NSW and providing a firsthand experience of construction sites.
Participants of the first site tour at Western Sydney Airport walked along the new 3.7km runway, met workers on site and learned about pathways into the industry.
ACA CEO Jon Davies says the strong response to the campaign proves there is significant interest from women looking for a fresh start in construction.
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“The enthusiasm at our first tour shows that women are ready to step into the industry,” he says.
“Many are seeing construction as a real career option for the first time, and this campaign is helping to open doors.
“With more site visits planned, we’re excited to show even more women what’s possible.”Site tour attendees also heard from women already working in the industry, including Emily Wood, a former retail worker who has now graduated from CPB Contractors’ Women in Construction program.
“There are so many great things about working in the industry – I love working outdoors, feeling part of a team and the variety of work with no two days ever the same,” Wood says.
“I’m doing things and learning things I would never have imagined possible.”
Building on the success of the first event, ACA will continue rolling out the It’s Possible campaign with more site tours planned across NSW.
Women interested in exploring a career in construction can register for upcoming tours at www.itspossible.net.au