A trade retailer is set to officially open its first store in Irvine next week at MacKintosh Place.

The new Screwfix branch will create 11 new jobs in the area and will help local tradespeople get what they need as quickly as possible to get the job done.

Screwfix’s new Irvine Store Manager, Neal Allan is proud of the contributions the new store has made to employment figures in the region: “We’ve created 11 new jobs and employed people from around the Irvine area.

"Our new team includes people with all different levels of experience, focused on providing superb customer service to meet the needs of our busy trade customers.

"Everyone here is really looking forward to the store opening.”

Tradespeople and serious DIYers are all invited to attend the opening and can demonstrate their professional skills in a free-to-enter competition.

The winner will receive a 40inch smart TV.

Throughout the store’s launch celebration period, from Thursday, September 14 to Sunday, September 17, they will offer a 10 per cent discount on all product ranges among other store specific special offers.

Neal believes the store’s convenient location, extensive product range and ability to provide a Click & Collect service in as little as one minute from ordering, will be a real bonus to local tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts who need to get back to their jobs.

“I’m confident we’ve got a great location here in Irvine. My team and I have already been getting to know local businesses and tradespeople and look forward to working with these hardworking, friendly people.”

The brand’s huge range of the latest innovative and affordable products and exceptional deals are also available online at www.screwfix.com, on Screwfix’s mobile site or over the phone on 03330 112 112.

Visit Screwfix’s Irvine store at MacKintosh Place, KA11 4JT, Monday to Friday 7am-8pm, Saturday 7am-6pm and Sunday 9am-4pm..