# Hercules builds a clear role in construction skills training

- Link: https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/hercules-builds-a-clear-role-in-construction-skills-training/4121255877
- Published: 2026-07-13T10:18:00+01:00
- Author: Amilia Stone

The construction industry needs more skilled workers, and it needs them sooner rather
than later. Apprenticeships and college courses are important, but they are not 
enough on their own. The sector also needs adults who can retrain, gain practical
qualifications and move into construction roles without spending years outside the
workforce.

Through its Academy, Hercules is directly involved in training people for construction
and infrastructure work. The academy was established in 2023 and officially opened
in 2024. It provides accredited training for new entrants and existing workers, 
with courses covering plant operation, health and safety, utilities and tailored
industry training.

Construction companies need workers who are not only interested in the sector, but
ready to work safely and effectively on site. Hercules Academy is designed to give
learners hands-on experience in a setting that reflects real construction conditions.

Adult reskilling is an important part of the opportunity. Many people outside construction
already have valuable workplace skills. They may understand timekeeping, teamwork,
problem-solving, communication and working under pressure. With targeted training,
those skills can be turned into useful construction capabilities.

The academy also supports existing workers who need to update or expand their skills.
Construction work changes over time, and workers often need new qualifications or
refreshed training to stay useful and compliant. By offering both in-person and 
online learning, Hercules Academy can serve different types of learners and different
employer needs.

_**[Hercules plc](https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/company/hercules-site-services-plc/herc.l)**(
LON:HERC) is a collaborative, innovative company delivering services of the highest
standards within the Civil Engineering sector of the construction industry. Hercules
Academy provides a comprehensive range of courses designed to equip individuals 
with the essential skills and knowledge required for a long and successful career
in the construction industry._

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