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In the press
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http:www.guardian.co.ok/
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http://www.bfbs.com/news/
Biography
Kerry McStea
Skill:
Aircraft Maintenance Competition Results:
Certification of
Participation
Participation
Date of Birth:
05/12/1987
Home Town:
Southampton
Employer:
Royal Air Force
Qualifications:
City and Guilds Aeronautical Engineering
Aircraft Engineering
NVQ Level 3
Advanced Apprentice
Are you City & Guilds qualified?:
Yes
Competed in:
WorldSkills UK Aeronautical Engineering, 2010, Gold medal winner
What made you choose this career?:
My family were in engineering and the military so I followed in their footsteps.
How did you hear about competitions? :
My NVQ assessor mentioned them and I thought it would be interesting.
What are your biggest personal achievements so far?:
This is a hard choice as all three of these are equally big - winning Gold at a UK national competition final, winning the RAF Advance Apprentice of the year and serving my country on duty in Afghanistan.
What’s your ambition?:
To get promoted and gain more experience and become successful.
What are you hoping for by competing for a place at WorldSkills London 2011? :
To be the best I can and be the best in my trade area.
What do your family and friends think about you competing?:
They are really supportive.
What would you say to other young people considering a vocational career?:
If you don’t always like learning by books and need a hands on role, its a great option.
What do you think getting involved in international competitions could do for your career?:
I will increase my chances of promotion and employability.
Something we didn’t know about you...:
I am scared of bananas.