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Biography
David Nicholl
Skill:
CNC Milling Competition Results:
Certification of
Participation
Participation
Date of Birth:
12/04/1989
Home Town:
Ballymena
College:
Northern Regional College
Employer:
Schlumberger 
Qualifications:
Working towards apprenticeship in Modern Engineering
NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering
NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations
HND in Manufacturing
National Diploma in Manufacturing
Are you City & Guilds qualified?:
Yes
Competed in:
WorldSkills UK CNC Milling, 2010, National finalist
What made you choose this career?:
Because of the great feeling you get when holding something you’ve made.
How did you hear about competitions? :
From my college lecturer, he convinced me that I had the potential to go far.
What are your biggest personal achievements so far?:
Getting straight distinctions in my national diploma.
What’s your ambition?:
To win gold at WorldSkills London 2011.
What are you hoping for by competing for a place at WorldSkills London 2011? :
To further my skills and development.
What do your family and friends think about you competing?:
They fully support me and encourage me when I am hitting a low point.
What would you say to other young people considering a vocational career?:
The work may be hard, but the rewards are great.
What do you think getting involved in international competitions could do for your career?:
I feel that it will be a good stepping stone for furthering my career.
Something we didn’t know about you...:
I do clay pigeon shooting in my spare time.