» 27th October 2017
Friday 27th October 2017 saw the 13th Apprentice and Long Service Awards at Derry Building Services.
Friends and family of the award winners gathered, along with those celebrating 10 and 25 years’ service to the company, to acknowledge the achievements of the six young men who would be named Apprentices of the Year in their respective fields.
Mr John Kirkland, Group Chairman and Mr Jack Kirkland, Group Director, attended the ceremony to bestow their congratulations on the winners and present the awards.
Jordan Brabbin
‘Jordan shows good understanding and is working very well in both the theory and practical aspects of the course.'
- Andy Alcock, Loughborough College
Nathan Wilson
‘Nathan’s assignment is one of the best I have seen for which he should be highly commended.'
- Andy Bellas, Lincoln College
Sam Kowalczyk
‘Sam has the right attitude, and the ability to back it up.’
- Dave Inger, Lincoln College
Daniel Hollingsworth
‘Daniel has worked towards his goal in a calm manner, he is confident and willing to listen and learn.’
- Daniel Clifford, JTL Training
Ben Beales
‘Ben actively participates in all aspects of work and has progressed to a very high standard in all elements of the course. He is well motivated and confident in his abilities and has showed excellent aptitude, good communication skills and a mature approach to his work. A pleasure to teach, with a first class attitude.'
- Tony Hall, Leeds College of Building
Sam Foskett
‘Sam likes to be involved with discussions and always makes a valid contribution. He has a good attitude to his work, and peers, and is always willing to help and guide other members of his group. A good team member.’
- Tony Hall, Leeds College of Building
Also recognised at the ceremony were 8 members of staff for their long service and commitment to the company.
Jim Goy - Senior Mechanical Site Manager
Paul Charlesworth, Electrical Project Manager
Lance Dyer, Electrical Design Engineer
Stacey Harrison, QS Administrator
Joanne Lacey, Senior Quantity Surveyor
Luke Scatliffe, Electrical Design Engineer
Nicky Tong, Electrical Site Manager
Mark Winter, Plant Department Operative
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