A third-year plumbing apprentice from Aberdeen has been named the winner of SNIPEF SkillPLUMB. Richard Wilson, who works for Sugplumb and studies at North East Scotland College, came out on top in a competition that tested 13 young people in copper pipework and lead work. The work of the participants was assessed by a panel of technical experts.
Second prize was awarded to Algirds Balta, of Borders College, employed by Greenheat Renewables in Roslin and third place went to Matthew Gorrie of Perth College UHI, who works for L.W. Haddow Plumbing and Heating Ltd, Perth.
The winner may go on to represent Scotland at SkillBUILD UK in Birmingham in November where the highest scoring winners from the heats will compete in the UK final.
SkillPLUMB is an annual skills competition designed to promote standards and skills across the plumbing industry, developing competence into excellence. SkillPLUMB can bring invaluable benefits to students, colleges and employers. Competitors can gain recognition for exceptional skills, injecting dynamism and excitement into training. Employers can enhance their business reputation and improve the skills of their workforce.
