Another Juniper Training Apprenticeship winner

23 Aug 2022

Published in: Member News

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Malachi Wilkes, Roofer Apprentice, wins BMI UK & Ireland Apprentice of the Year 2022.

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Juniper Training are delighted to congratulate Malachi Wilkes, who is currently undertaking his Roofer 2 apprenticeship, for winning BMI UK & Ireland Apprentice of the Year 2022.

Malachi, who works for Rio Asphalt & Paving Co Ltd won the Flat Roofing competition against strong competition in this category. Malachi stated “The competition was fierce, everyone deserved to win it! I really enjoyed the defect challenge, with the judges acting like real-world customers. Winning Apprentice of the Year has given me the confidence I need to go far in my roofing career.”

“I want to thank my tutors Dean Smith and Paul Austin from Juniper Training, who have both supported me”.

Each winner received a prize of £1000, a 3D printed trophy and three years’ worth of training support from the BMI Academy.

Kulli Khossa, Juniper’s Performance Manager said “Huge congratulations to Malachi. This is a fantastic accolade to achieve in the roofing industry which challenges apprentices to showcase their practical and theoretical skills over a 2-day period”

“Juniper set out to change lives, provide opportunity and fill skills shortages in the roofing industry to ensure this fantastic sector continues to thrive. We are so incredibly proud of the difference our provision is making. A big thank you to all the roofing employers who trust us to mentor and train your roofer apprentices and the support you show us. They are in good hands”.

If you know anyone who would like to start their career on the roofing ladder, or any employers who want to upskill their current workforce or take on apprentices, then contact Juniper Training on 01902 864194  or email enquries@junipertraining.co.uk www.junipertraining.co.uk