To support a massive regeneration project in North West London, Cantillon has enlisted the help of local workers - with more than 20% of Cantillon's teams hailing from the surrounding area.
Cantillon is currently involved in phases 4 and 5 of the Stonebridge scheme, having completed earlier stages.
Valued at more than £12.5m, the project involves nine different contracts covered by a framework agreement. Starting earlier this year, Cantillon's teams are demolishing a series of high rise social housing blocks - ranging from five to 18 floors - to make way for the construction of new properties for the Hillside Housing Trust.
The existing buildings contain asbestos and are being knocked down using either long reach machines or smaller units on a floor-by-floor basis, depending on the height of the structure.
All work is taking place on a densely populated estate, so Cantillon is taking care to minimise the disturbance for the many residential neighbours.
The company is delighted to be working closely with the dedicated local labour team at Hillside Housing to employ labour from the estate and local area, with a view to providing work opportunities and training.
Headed by Director Jackie Cooke, the Cantillon team has taken part in local labour workshops, community events and award ceremonies to celebrate the achievements of local people.
Nick Taylor, Operations Manager, said: "This is a high profile scheme for us and it has been invaluable to be able to draw on a wealth of local talent to help us complete the demolition works."
The contract is due to be completed by 2009. |
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