Im currently a landlord / property developer Ive always been interested in electronics and all things electrical since i wa

[Nigel]

Hey everyone,

My name is Neil and I am currently Managing Director of a firm that specialises in the railway industry. We carry out installation, maintenance and testing to delivery units, stations and signal boxes as well as some track side works.

I am 36 and have been in the industry since the age of 16 so that is 20 years now. Throughout my apprenticeship I worked mainly on new build developments which I personally think is a good place to learn a lot of different skills. I have worked for social housing and council's but now solely specialise in the railways and do not wish to change.

I currently employ two apprentices that are now in their second year of a four year apprenticeship.

I am looking forward to getting to know a few of the younger ones on here and hopefully give something back to the industry that has given me so much.

 

[Sintra]

Good man Neil, glad to see you in here.

 

[Trap]

Morning all, I've been in construction for over 30 years (Bricklayer) and decided (well my body did) to go for a trade that wasn't as demanding as bricklaying etc. Always had a passion for electrics and decided to train up for some qualifications, I still work self employed and will do an online course and attend college for practical assessments.....I bid you good day

 

[Pete999]

Welcome

 

[Dave OCD]

Hi I'm Dave from [occasionally] sunny Cornwall.
I did a 4 year apprenticeship with the local Health Authority from 1981-'85, then straight in at the deep end doing installation and repairs/maintenance in a pottery followed by a sheepskin tannery.
After that I worked for a small contractor [about 5' 2" ] for 3 years doing a fair variety of work, with around 70% new builds and domestic work in general. The boss there was a proper gent and great to work for and I really enjoyed that time there but in 1990 he seemed to be getting undercut on pricing many big jobs and the work more or less dried up for him, a real shame.
So I then applied for and got a job as an electrical supervisor with the local Council, mainly preparing,issuing and inspecting works done on Streetlighting and other highway electrical installations.
This was fine if a bit too 'clerical' for me and it got worse over time [money was poor too for the responsibility], so after 24 years there I packed it in at the age of 50 to set up on my own, I don't seem to have stopped since and also employ my youngest son who will complete his apprenticeship next spring, very satisfying and he does some really nice work. We do about 80-85% domestic work and always focus on providing the best quality and workmanship that we can, customers do notice and we get a lot of recommendation.
I'm more than happy to advise any trainees or apprentices - as long as I know the answer.

 

[Spunkywads26]

Hi all,

I'm Leon and I completed my 4 year apprenticeship with NG Baileys way back in 2000. Whilst there I did my 236 part 1, 2, C and a BTEC in Building Services. I soon left to go to Northumbria University and continue my studies and gained a BEng (Hons) in Building Services. This enables me to be correctly classed as an Electrical Engineer. After uni i gained employment designing all manner of electrical systems and writing specifications for jobs etc...
I disliked this as I wanted to be back on the tools so left my cushy office job with company car etc.. and ended up in the family business as a scaffolder with the idea of getting a new job as a spark. This did not happen as I was needed by my dad so ended up training as a scaffolder and gained my gold card in scaffolding to go with my gold card as a spark.
After many years of scaffolding I left and set up as a self employed spark. Whilst doing this I had an opportunity to teach electrical part time at a local college. I am now full time teaching both full time courses and apprenticeships. I have lots of resources which may be helpful and can give tips about the coursework/exams you have but I will NOT cheat and give you answers.
I am happy to help anybody so post or pm, but as a now new full time lecturer I have limited time so please bear with me if I don't respond instantly.

 

[H]

Just been granted access so thank you. Just a quick intro...

Currently leaving armed forces, again. Didn’t learn the first time.

My prior service with the forces gained me 236 part one and two.

I then left worked in the industry covering domestic, commercial and industrial to a fair extent.

Joined the marines several years ago, had my fill. Now in the resettlement process will pick up 18 regs, building regs, 2391-52 all C&G.as well as an ECS card.

Once I’m ‘back in’ will be registering to complete nvq 3 and am2.

I know my limits, know I need to be brought up to date so one step at a time.

H

 

[MDJ]

some fantastic new guys in this forum, welcome aboard fellas we are here to help, please ask away

 

[Sparky_Wario]

Hello fellow trainees and mentor. My name is Ibrahim but you can call me ibo (ibby). I have been lurking in here for a year but just discovered the introduction bit today.
I am 28 years old. Didn't had the chance to go to school in the UK because I was 16 when I arrived 12 years ago. Attended college for the first 2 years and completed GCSE in maths and Science with ESOL ENTRY 3 and level 1.
I was lost and didn't know what to choose after so enrolled at different college and did NVQ level 2 in Aeronautical engineering. After I progressed to Level 3 C&G 2661 certificate in Aeronautical engineering (Aircraft mechanical system maintenance). Upon completion I struggled to find work in the field. I work as a mentor for a couple years at a local school but made redundant due to lack of funding.
Decide to go back to college and enrolled on a btec level 3 extended diploma in electrical and electronic engineering whilst working as a takeaway delivery driver at night in hope of going to uni. Passed with DDM. The debt put me off uni. I got an interview after completion but got let down by my lack of practical experience.
Enrolled yet again to do level 2 electrical installation evening course. I have now progressed to level 3. Gaining experience is proven to be difficult but I will continue to persevere.

 

[Jonny G]

Hello I'm Jon, 31 years old based in Woking, Surrey.

Have been running my own dog walking business for 10 years but decided I'd like some more money as well as something more challenginig so I have almost completed my Electrical Installation Level 2 as an evening course. Very little electrical or even DIY experience prior to starting the course.

Finished my practical assesment this week, my wiring and understandaing of the flow of the current is good and I have a good understanding of testing. My metal work isn't so great, but its slowly improving.

Current plan is to do my level 3 as evening course starting in september and if i can find a suitable electrical job willing to take me with little to no experience in the meantime, I may well start my new career too.

Looking forward to all the new things I will learn on this Forum.

 

[fes786]

Hi

My names faysal

Im currently a landlord / property developer
Ive always been interested in electronics and all things electrical since i was about 7 years old
I self taught myself how to solder and quickly progressed to circuit board repairs
Ive dealt with everything from your normal desktop computer all the way to Lamborghini control modules

Im currently looking to expand my knowledge and skills to become gold card approved electrician

Done 2391-52, 18th edition and 2365 level 2 & 3

Just need to get a job to complete nvq portfolio and sit am2
Have plenty of experience in domestic rewires as worked with a company as an electricians mate but they went bust soon after covid
after that spent 20 months caring for my grandad 24/7 who had end stage dementia, after he passed away i booked myself onto 2365 courses with a company local to me but they cancelled twice on me so went further afield and completed them

Just need to find someone local to me who will give me a chance to prove myself and enable me to complete portfolio and am2 which i will be paying from my own pocket