exciting or typically interesting things that make the biggest difference. Sometimes it’s the subjects that can be overlooked, like Drawing, Measurement and Hand fitting that can have the most positive impact on knowledge and competence. I see it like building a pyramid. The bigger your base knowledge, the more solid your foundations and the higher you can go. Were there any role models or individuals in your field who inspired you? If so, how did they impact your career choices? There are so many - Too many to name! And I fully appreciate how lucky I am to be able to say that. I have to start with my fellow Williams apprentices Rhys Dawes and Luke Phillips when days are tough, and the workload seems daunting they’re always there to help me see things differently. Then there’s John Hornsby (or owner John as he’s known at work). He has taught me so much and encouraged me to be curious and test myself and my skills in a safe, supportive working environment.
I'm also fortunate enough to have met so many inspiring people at the events that I’ve had the pleasure of attending like Andrea Wilson, Thomas Flude, and Mohammad Taher - ‘The Airport Guy’. Can you share some details about your first job in the industry? My first job in manufacturing and engineering is my current job, I didn’t search for a job building boats specifically, especially as I live in Oxfordshire, but The MTC Training pointed me in
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