Dylan Piggin and Richard Liffen’s journey from East Coast College students to professionals working in construction, highlights the advantages of collaboration between educators and industry.
Supporting the next generation of bricklayers
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Overview
Dylan Piggin and Richard Liffen, two local bricklaying students, showcase what SCAPE projects can help achieve. After completing two‑week work placements, their hard work and enthusiasm helped them secure full‑time roles with Morgan Sindall’s supply chain partner, Quantrill Contractors.
Their achievements highlight that when frameworks prioritise social value, they can enable real opportunities for local people and deliver lasting benefits to communities.
A big well done to Dylan and Richard — and thank you for your hard work!
“The theory I was taught at college has put me in a really good position, but now that I'm on site, I'm gaining so much hands-on experience and working on an older building offers loads of challenging opportunities... I’m basically a sponge, looking to absorb as much as I can by watching the other tradesmen, seeing what they're doing and constantly asking questions.”
Dylan Piggin
"I would argue that I learned more in the two weeks onsite than in the two years in college. Being here has taught me about all the different types of bricks, their purpose, and how to match and blend new bricks to maintain that old-style look."
Richard Liffen
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