Edinburgh apprentice joins homebuilder as he swaps labouring for joinery career
An Edinburgh teenager has taken the next step in his construction career after securing an apprenticeship with Persimmon Homes East Scotland.
Christopher McVie (18), from Edinburgh, has joined the five-star homebuilder as an Apprentice Joiner, following previous experience working as a labourer on construction sites before deciding to pursue a long-term career in the trade.
He is currently studying at Edinburgh College while gaining practical on-site experience with Persimmon Homes East Scotland, working towards his SVQ Level 6 qualification through a blend of college learning and hands-on site work.
Christopher will gain experience across a number of developments in and around the capital, including the Willows development in Edinburgh, as well as other Persimmon sites across the city, supporting the delivery of new energy-efficient homes for local communities.
As part of his apprenticeship, he will work alongside experienced tradespeople on live construction sites, building on his existing site knowledge as he develops his joinery skills. He has also been provided with the tools and equipment needed to support his training from the outset.
William Smith, Regional Apprenticeship Manager at Persimmon Homes East Scotland, said: “We’re pleased to welcome Christopher to the business. He already has some site experience and has shown a real commitment to developing his skills further within the industry.
“Apprentices like Christopher are vital to our future workforce, and we’re proud to support local young people across Edinburgh and the wider region into rewarding careers in construction.”
Christopher McVie said: “I’ve always enjoyed being on site and working with my hands, so moving into joinery felt like the natural next step for me. I’m really excited to be learning properly as an apprentice.
“It’s great to be working on developments in and around Edinburgh, and I’m looking forward to building my career with Persimmon.”