SELECT Member Gerry Tait looks back on half a century of dedication
As he settles into retirement, Gerry reflects on his proudest moments and some of the best advice he’s been given during his 50-year career Looking back over the past five decades, there is one theme that stands out in Gerry Tait’s career: his dedication to service. At the age of 67, the highly experienced electrician is nowhappily settling into retirement after hanging up his tools exactly 50 years to the day he started as an apprentice. And reflecting on half a century in
Talented Danny McBean takes the top title at SkillELECTRIC final
Rising star from SELECT Member firm triumphs in WorldSkills UK contest after tackling a tough series of tasks in this year’s prestigious competition Delighted Danny McBean says he’s “over the moon” after clinching first place in the prestigious SkillELECTRIC competition. The 21-year-old, who works for SELECT Member company Grants (Dufftown) Ltd, was this year’s sole Scottish representative in the finals at Oldham College. Held as part of WorldSkills UK, the event saw two-an
Tune in to Stark’s remarks in latest podcast episode
SELECT Vice President Mike shares his forthright views on apprentices from the employer’s perspective – and the tactics needed to inspire young leaders to reach their full potential SELECT Member Mike Stark is well known for being a straight-talker – as he proves in the third instalment of our industry podcast, Sparks’ Remarks. The new episode features no-holds barred views on apprentices from the SELECT Vice President, who has more than 39 years of business experience and ha
