Interiors & finishing
As you'd expect, the interior occupations are most often carried out indoors. They demand people who are able to plan effectively, and can use basic maths - volumes and measurements play an important part. Good attention to detail is also essential, and, above all, you'll need to be a good team player.
Choose A Profession
Glazier
Entry Requirements
There are no specific academic requirements to train as a glazier, although GCSE passes (D-G) / Standard Grades (4-7) in Maths, English and Technology may be helpful for the calculations, measurements and theory.
Apprenticeships are the usual route in and enable you to earn while you learn. Entry to an apprenticeship scheme will usually involve a selection test, and you are likely to work towards a NVQ/SVQ in a glass related area, such as Glazing Installation and Maintenance.
The Benefits
The Building and Allied Trades Joint Industrial Council (BATJIC) agrees wage rates annually. Pay rates for apprentices in Scotland are set by SBATC. A good basic wage is available and can be boosted with the incentive schemes that many companies offer. Self-employed professionals can expect to earn more.
The job also offers a good grounding for progression into supervisory roles, or even to start up your own business.
The Job
Glazing is a highly skilled job that involves cutting glass - as well as other window materials - to the right size and fixing them in place. Glaziers need a good knowledge of the right materials for the job, and can work on a wide range of projects, from replacing a broken piece of glass to fitting out a whole office block.
The People
Glaziers work both indoor and out, and often at considerable heights. As you'd expect, safety is essential when working with glass. You'll also need to be good at maths, to ensure that you cut glass to the correct size for the frame.