dbs congratulates Class of 2017
Posted by: electrical-poster 2nd November 2017
Last week saw nine Derry Building Services’ trainees graduate from the B&K Academy at a ceremony held at St Georges Park, home of the Football Association’s National Football Centre.
Graduates, including three electrotechnical installers, were treated to an ‘Access All Areas’ tour on Thursday 26th October 2017 before being congratulated on their achievements, and presented with a certificate to mark the occasion, by Chris and Robert Kirkland.
Congratulations go to:
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- Ben Beales – NVQ3 Heating and Ventilation Industrial and Commercial
- Sam Blewitt – NVQ3 Electrotecnical Installation
- Ryan Selby – NVQ3 Electrotecnical Installation
- Niall Watson – NVQ3 Electrotecnical Installation
- Dan Hollingsworth – NVQ3 Electrotecnical Installation
- Chloe Emmerson – NVQ3 Business Administration
- Stacey Harrison – NVQ3 Business Administration
- Zak Williams – HNC Mechanical Building Services
- Joanne Lacey – MSc Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
A further 18 trainees from within the B&K Group also graduated in subjects including Construction and the Built Environment, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, HR Management and Construction Law.
Apprentice Awards
The next day, Friday 27th October 2017, saw the 13th Apprentice and Long Service Awards.
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.
Stage 1 Electrical Apprentice of the Year
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
Stage 2 Electrical Apprentice of the Year
Nathan Wilson
‘Nathan’s assignment is one of the best I have seen for which he should be highly commended.’ – Andy Bellas, Lincoln College
Stage 3 Electrical Apprentice of the Year
Sam Kowalczyk
‘Sam has the right attitude, and the ability to back it up.’ – Dave Inger, Lincoln College
Stage 4 Electrical Apprentice of the Year
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
Mechanical Apprentice of the Year
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
Mechanical Achievement of the Year
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
Long Service Awards
Also recognised at the ceremony were eight members of staff for their long service and commitment to the company.
25 Years’ Service
Jim Goy, Senior Mechanical Site Manager
10 Years’ Service
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
