South Lanarkshire College is delighted to celebrate Taylor’s success in winning SNIPEF’s prestigious award. The 4th year Plumbing and Heating Engineer Apprentice’s win highlights the skills and talent Taylor has shown during his time with South Lanarkshire College and his employer HF.

The national award, presented by the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF), celebrates the highest standards of craftsmanship, innovation and professionalism among Scotland’s next generation of plumbers.

As one of the most respected accolades in the industry, Taylor’s achievement marks a milestone in his promising career, and highlights the successful partnership between South Lanarkshire College and HF.

By working in partnership, South Lanarkshire College and HF are supporting apprentices to achieve academic and professional success in their future careers.  

Graham Paterson, Curriculum and Quality Manager at South Lanarkshire College, said:

“It’s a real pleasure to be given this opportunity to share my thoughts about one of our most exceptional students Taylor. From the very first day Taylor walked into college, he showed a level of commitment, enthusiasm, and professionalism that set him apart.

"His dedication to his coursework and his determination to complete his gas qualifications with precision and attention to detail have been nothing short of outstanding.

"Taylor is not only a skilled and hardworking apprentice but also a genuinely polite and considerate young man. He’s always ready to lend a hand to his fellow students, offering support and guidance whenever asked, and often without needing to be.”

Taylor’s employer, HF Mechanical Manager (West), Sean Garvin stated his delight at Taylor’s success, and praised his skills saying:

“As Taylor’s employer, we can’t be more happier for him. This is one of many awards that Taylor has won during his time at HF, and it truly is a proven example of how successful our in-house training, with support from both SNIPEF and SLC, has been.

For me, the best thing about taking on an apprentice plumber is seeing it click. Apprentices come from all different backgrounds, some straight from school, others had previous employment and come in later on in life.

Everyone is different, but you just know when it clicks for them, how they start to understand and go on their own initiative rather than being told. Then seeing them progress onto engineer within the organisation and building a great career at the company. I have seen it time and time again and I am seeing it again with Taylor.” 

Congratulations Taylor! 

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