Redrow apprentice builds career in construction

Redrow is continuing its commitment to training the next generation of construction professionals as National Apprenticeship Week (10-16 February) gets underway.

Steve McCoy, from Barnston, Wirral, joined Redrow’s apprenticeship scheme in 2021 as an apprentice painter and decorator. 

Over the past three years, he has gained hands-on experience working at the Ledsham Garden Village development near Little Sutton.

Steve, Redrow North West’s apprentice of the year for 2024, who attends the Vauxhall campus of City of Liverpool College for his day release, said: “I’m in the last few months of my apprenticeship now.

“I didn’t want to go to university, I wanted a hands-on trade where I could learn on the job and gain a skill.

“To walk into a home that’s almost complete and finish it off to a high standard ready for its new owners is a great feeling.

“I am really proud of how far I have come; I’ve gained so much experience, faced challenges and worked with a great team on a wide range of homes.

“I would highly recommend Redrow’s apprenticeship scheme.” 

Redrow’s apprenticeship programme is open to anyone over 16 and offers training across key housebuilding trades, including bricklaying, plumbing, carpentry and electrics, as well as commercial and technical roles. 

Trade apprentices split their time between on-site experience and college-based study to gain essential industry qualifications.

In the North West, apprentices come under the overall supervision of Jim McDonald, senior project manager, who is involved from the initial process.

Jim added: “I’ve been involved with Redrow’s apprenticeship scheme for a number of years now.

“Apprenticeships are a great way of maintaining a skilled workforce for the future, not just for Redrow but the industry as a whole, which is still experiencing a skills shortage.”

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