Force Contracts Plumbing Employer Skills Academy
The Force Contracts Plumbing Employer Skills Academy provides Level 3 Plumbing students with the opportunity to develop industry-relevant skills, knowledge and professional behaviours through direct engagement with experienced plumbing and heating specialists. Based at our Advanced Technology Centre, the academy combines practical learning with valuable employer insight, helping students gain a deeper understanding of the plumbing and HVAC industry. Through employer-led activities and real-world experiences, students are supported to develop the confidence and expertise needed for successful careers in the sector.
About Force Contracts Plumbing Employer Skills Academy
The Force Contracts Plumbing Employer Skills Academy has been designed to support students who are passionate about pursuing careers in plumbing, heating and building services engineering. Developed in partnership with Force Contracts Ltd, the academy enhances classroom learning through meaningful employer engagement and practical industry experiences.
Throughout their studies, students have the opportunity to participate in workshops, masterclasses, projects, site visits and industry-led activities that help bring learning to life. Working directly with professionals from Force Contracts, students gain valuable insight into the challenges, technologies and working practices found within modern plumbing and heating environments.
The academy encourages students to develop both their technical expertise and employability skills, helping them prepare for apprenticeships, employment and future career progression. By exploring both traditional methods and modern technologies, students gain a broad understanding of the industry while building the practical skills and professional confidence valued by employers.
Students will develop knowledge and skills in areas including:
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Plumbing installation and maintenance
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Heating systems and technologies
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Air source heat pumps
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Press-fit systems and pipework techniques
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Customer service and professional relationships
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Business awareness and commercial understanding
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Health and safety practices
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Workplace professionalism and employability skills
Force Contracts Ltd are really excited to be supporting the next generation of plumbers and heating engineers through the academy. As a family run business of 30 plus years we have a solid history in bringing on young people through our company, so we see the academy as a natural extension of that. We will deliver some extra support to enhance the student's college experience including some fun interactive sessions involving new technology and old school traditional methods and instrumentation along with sharing our commercial expertise.
Victoria Roberts, Commercial Manager
About our Employer
Force Contracts Ltd is a family-run business with more than 30 years of experience delivering heating, air conditioning and HVAC solutions for commercial and domestic clients across the UK. Since its establishment in 1982, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability and technical expertise, supporting a wide range of customers with bespoke mechanical and building services solutions.
The company works across a variety of sectors and has delivered projects for well-known organisations including Wagamama, Nando's, The Restaurant Group, Mears and Jeld-Wen. Supported by a highly skilled team of engineers, Force Contracts continues to invest in innovation, customer service and the development of future industry talent.
As an Employer Skills Academy sponsor, Force Contracts is committed to helping students gain a realistic understanding of the plumbing and heating industry. Through workshops, practical activities and industry engagement, the company shares valuable knowledge and expertise that help students build technical competence, professional confidence and an awareness of the opportunities available within the sector. This partnership ensures students are better prepared for the demands of the workplace and future career success.
