Skills for Security has been named the winners of the WorldSkills UK Finals in two categories, Fire Detection & Alarm Systems and Electronic Security Systems.

From a competitive field of 16 finalists, for Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Dominic Glater (DCA Security Systems – Skills for Security) won first place and Luke Kendall (Plymstock Security Systems – The Focus Training Group) earned top honours in electronic security systems.

In the Fire Detection & Alarm Systems category, second place was awarded to Tristan Houghton from Chubb Fire and Security, who was trained by Training 2000.

Sam Alsey from ProActive Fire Solutions, also trained by Skills for Security, earned third place.

For the Electronic Security Systems category, Andrew Mullen from Vault Systems, representing New College Lanarkshire, achieved second place.

Third place went to Joseph Laney from KBO Fire and Security, who was trained by Skills for Security, completing the podium for this fiercely contested competition.

Skill, dedication and professionalism

“Congratulations to the winners Dominic Glater, Luke Kendall and all the finalists who competed this year,” said Darrell Gilmour, Director of Technical Training at Skills for Security.

“Their skill, dedication and professionalism demonstrate the outstanding potential within our industry.

“It’s amazing to see such talent and drive to succeed.

“At Skills for Security, we aim to help apprentices develop not only technical expertise but also the confidence and resilience needed to tackle today’s complex industry challenges.

“These competitions highlight the immense value of apprenticeships in building both skill and professionalism.”

The WorldSkills UK Competition is a respected national event spotlighting top young talent across multiple industries.

Grateful to sponsors and supporters

David Scott, Managing Director of Skills for Security, concluded:
“Events such as the WorldSkills UK Competition are vital for setting high standards and inspiring excellence across the sector and it has been a pleasure to be involved.

“To our winners and finalists, we are immensely proud of your achievements, which represent the future of our industry and highlight the importance of quality training and mentorship.

“And we are grateful to our sponsors and supporters, whose commitment to the next generation of security professionals has been invaluable in raising training standards across the industry.”

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