MidKent College celebrates apprentices’ success

Five outstanding apprentices studying in a wide variety of skilled professions and trades have been recognised by Chamber patrons MidKent College and nominated ‘Apprentice of the Month’. They are:

• Alicia Hall, Level 4 Building Design Engineering Technician

• Ayra Ambujaksha Kurup Rema Devi, Level 2 Engineering Operative (maintenance)

• Millie Harrison, Level 3 – Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance technician

• Zac Micallef, Bricklaying

• Michael Bee, HNC in Civil Engineering

Alicia Hall is employed as an engineering technician by Landsec at Bluewater, Kent. Matt Foster, Operations Director, Engineering, Building Consultancy, Landsec, said: “Alicia is an absolute role model to our team. Her dedication to her HNC (Higher National Certificate) while juggling family, full time employment, and NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) is admirable, and has inspired many of us to go back to studies and training.”

Alicia said: “Starting this HNC and returning to education after a fair few years out was a little daunting at first, particularly combining this with full time employment and other training requirements. However, I am fortunate to have an amazingly supportive team who I can rely on and who have been on hand to take the pressure off when needed.”

Ayra is employed as an electrical engineering apprentice at 2gether Support Solutions, Willesborough, Kent. Congratulating her Niel Sayer, 2gether Support Solutions, maintenance engineer supervisor, said: “Ayra demonstrates a strong understanding of the work we do and consistently asks the right questions at the right time. Her ability to grasp the requirements of our jobs quickly shows that she has a solid understanding of what we are trying to achieve.”

Ayra said: “When I first started my engineering apprenticeship, I was a bit worried about being the only female on the team. However, from day one, I received incredible support from both my employer and college, all the tutors, especially my assessor, which helped me to build confidence.”

Millie Harrison works for Express Cabs & Couriers, Maidstone. Congratulating her, Express Cabs & Couriers’ Operations Manager, Jason Brown said: “Millie has become an invaluable member of our team, bringing dedication, enthusiasm, and a true team spirit to everything she does. Alongside the apprenticeship team, Millie has played a key role in driving progress.”

David Franklin, lecturer, MidKent College, said: “Millie has consistently demonstrated outstanding commitment, professionalism, and a strong work ethic. She has completed all assigned work to an exceptionally high standard, showing great attention to detail and a clear understanding of expectations.

Millie said: “Moving from a full-time course to being an apprentice with MidKent College has been a huge step. This course has solidified my love for the trade, and I would not have been able to do it if it was not for my tutors from both this year and my previous year.”