DUMFRIES student Kylie Watson is building a promising career in construction after winning this year’s Jewson Cup trophy.
Kylie was awarded the prestigious prize, from one of the UK’s top builders’ merchants, in recognition of her outstanding bricklaying skills. She was presented with a trophy and tool kit from Jewson (Dumfries) as part of their pre-apprenticeship programme support.
The 20-year-old is currently studying at Dumfries and Galloway College on the college’s bricklaying pre-apprenticeship course, and her hard work is certainly paying off as she has now secured an apprenticeship with Parc Construction.
Congratulating Kylie on her award, Kieran Downey, sustainable construction lecturer at Dumfries and Galloway College, said: “After two exceptional years in construction—particularly in bricklaying—Kylie has demonstrated remarkable skill and dedication. Her talent has secured her a bricklaying apprenticeship with Parc Construction and earned her the well-deserved title of Pre-apprentice Student of the Year in Bricklaying. Congratulations, Kylie!”
Allison Thomson, branch manager, Jewson Dumfries, added: “It’s a real privilege to visit the college, meet the students and have the opportunity to present the award to Kylie along with providing her essential tools as she begins her career. We hope we will see her at our trade counter soon.”
