“ Those who know me know I am passionate about people development . Being CEO of GQA Qualifications is the perfect platform for me and those who work for the organisation to support people who want to be better at what they do , who want to develop themselves personally , and as trades or business men and women . With over 100 industry

relevant qualifications and over 50 designated career paths , we truly believe that the Fenestration , Glass and Glazing industry is the perfect place for everybody to achieve that , no matter what their skill levels or their career ambitions . So , let me tell you a little more about the 50 career paths that the industry offers , all with the opportunity for training , qualifications and career progression .”

Industry Career Paths

“ Whether it ’ s children of a school age , at college or university or people who are already in a job and thinking about a change of direction the industry has something for them .

“ There are roles indoors and outdoors and career options whether someone wants to work with their hands or use their academic talents . As I mentioned , all career paths in the industry offer training and support for career development as well as formal qualifications , and the other great thing about the industry is that it doesn ’ t matter where you start . With the right attitude and dedication supported by training and qualifications a person can progress from being a trainee installer to managing their own company or from being a trainee factory operative to becoming factory manager . These are common

achievements in our industry , and many of today ’ s business owners have followed that route . I want to encourage as many people as possible to look at the Fenestration , Glass and Glazing industry as a potential career of choice .”

Want to find out more ?

Those who want to find out more about the vast range of career paths offered by the industry you should visit ‘ Building Our Skills – Making Fenestration , Glass and Glazing a Career of Choice ’ website where they can see the vast range of roles being offered by the industry , which more roles being added all the time . Industry employers can use the site in their own campaigning work to bring more people to the industry , and contribute with photos , more detail about each role , and salary ranges to help in the process of bringing new people to the industry .