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Biography
Jamie Fineran
Skill:
Plastering and Dry Wall Systems Competition Results:
Medallion for
Excellence
Excellence
Date of Birth:
15/08/1990
Home Town:
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Employer:
G T Contracts
Training Provider:
British Gypsum Drywall Academy
Qualifications:
Working towards apprenticeship - NVQ Level 2 Dry Wall Systems
Work based SDUDI
Are you City & Guilds qualified?:
Yes
Competed in:
WorldSkills UK Plastering and Drywalling (SkillBuild), 2009 and 2010, Gold medal winner
How did you hear about competitions? :
I got asked if I wanted to give it a go to test my ability.
What are your biggest personal achievements so far?:
My biggest personal achievement so far is definitely winning gold in the Plastering / Drywall Systems national final.
What’s your ambition?:
To win Gold at WorldSkills London 2011 and a Medallion for Excellence.
What are you hoping for by competing for a place at WorldSkills London 2011? :
Personal goals – I want to be the best in the world.
What do your family and friends think about you competing?:
They are just as happy as I am.
What would you say to other young people considering a vocational career?:
Go for it and make the most of it.
What do you think getting involved in international competitions could do for your career?:
Improve your qualifications and standard of work.
Something we didn’t know about you...:
I have a little girl on the way in December.