Construction Diaries
Thinking about a career within construction? Find out what those working in the industry have to say about the job you are considering. You can also check out video clips of people sharing their experiences of working in the construction industry.
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Rachel Moth,
Age 20
Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 and 3 Wood Occupations
What do you do day-to-day?
Machining, making doors and window frames in the workshop and visiting sites to fit stairs. I work in the workshop for roughly 95% of the time.
What advice would you give prospective students?
Don't be put off because you have no previous experience, or by all the men! My Dad is a carpenter but I started from scratch!
Good bits about your job?
I really enjoy learning new skills and the sense of achievement I get from being able to see my work in place.
Why did you choose this career?
I was not interested in computers and wanted to do something practical. I tried childcare but moved to woodwork after making a desk from my sister. I really enjoy the variety of skills I learnt doing my NVQ.