The housebuilder is calling on sub-contractors from across Fife to come forward as the business looks to expand its workforce to meet its ambitious growth plans for 2017.

As the owner of housebuilder brands Barratt and David Wilson Homes, Barratt Developments plc is looking to ensure that it has skilled labour in place at a time when demand for new homes is on the rise.

Lee Ogg, commercial director of Barratt Homes East Scotland, said: “With a host of new developments set to launch this year, we are looking to supplement our existing sub-contractor base in Fife. From sole traders right the way through to larger firms, we are keen to hear from those who can provide trade services for the domestic building sector.

“Those who think they fit the bill could have worked with us before or be new to Barratt Developments. Alternatively they could currently be working in the commercial sector and are looking to move over to house building. The trades we’re looking for include electricians, plumbers, painter and decorators, joiners, roofers, scaffolders, bricklayers and mastic sealant contractors.”

The developer is also keen to help ambitious trades people looking to start their own businesses.

Lee added: “Sub-contractors are so important to our business and at Barratt Developments we are looking for genuine partnerships, offering regular work and mentoring. We ask anyone interested to get in touch.”

To register their interest, sub-contractors are asked to contact commercialeastscotland@barratthomes.co.uk.