Nine members of the team at Hull headquartered construction firm, Hobson & Porter have successfully completed apprenticeships, professional qualifications and further training.
The latest successes span a range of construction disciplines and qualifications from intermediate apprenticeships in carpentry, joinery and bricklaying through to advanced craft qualifications, construction site management and a degree in quantity surveying.
Among those celebrating are Morgan Hilton, Mackenzie Richardson and Alex Lister who have all completed Level 2 Intermediate Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship qualifications. They will now continue their professional development by progressing to the Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery qualification with Hull Training and Adult Education, further enhancing their practical skills and technical knowledge whilst continuing their careers with the company.
Piotr Sliwinski, James Foster and Finlay McKenzie have all achieved their Level 3 Advanced Craft Carpentry & Joinery qualification and are now fully qualified joiners. Throughout the training, the trio have developed extensive site experience whilst demonstrating a strong commitment to their trade.
Alec White has successfully completed his Level 2 Intermediate Bricklaying qualification, adding another important trade skill to the growing number of qualifications being achieved across the business.
The latest achievements also include Sam Fawcett, who has successfully gained his NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management. His achievement reflects Hobson & Porter’s commitment to developing talent at every level and equipping future construction leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to deliver increasingly complex projects.
Finally, Libby Wheeler has successfully completed a BSc in Quantity Surveying, demonstrating the breadth of development opportunities available across the business and the company’s commitment to supporting employees as they progress into professional and technical roles.
Jacquie Blades, HR Director at Hobson & Porter, said: “These latest achievements demonstrate the breadth of talent and commitment we have across the business. Morgan, Piotr, James, Mackenzie, Alec, Alex, Finlay, Sam and Libby have all reached important milestones in their careers, reflecting the hard work, determination and commitment they have shown throughout their training and development, and we are incredibly proud of what they have accomplished.
“Apprenticeships play a vital role in securing the future of our industry, but so too does providing opportunities for people to continue learning and progressing throughout their careers. It’s extremely rewarding to see our people progress, build successful careers and make a valuable contribution to the business.”
The company’s commitment to nurturing talent was further recognised recently when apprentice Mollie-Mae Jackson was named Construction Apprentice of the Year at the 2026 East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards. The awards celebrate outstanding apprentices, employers and training providers from across the region.
The business currently has a further 14 employees undertaking apprenticeships, higher education or professional development programmes, ensuring investment in skills continues across the organisation.
Through its award-winning Foundations initiative, Hobson & Porter also works with organisations across its supply chain to help create additional apprenticeship opportunities and encourage more young people into the construction sector.