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Find details of local industry events, support, networks and contact information

CITB Advisers can support and guide you in terms of accessing CITB training, grants, funding and apprenticeships. In addition, they can signpost you to other sources of support, help and advice, including local partners and networks, for example LEPs, Growth Hubs and local initiatives.

Please find their contact information in the location links below

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Natalie Burd
Tel: 07780 819423
Email: Natalie.burd@citb.co.uk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-burd-aa2813136/

I joined CITB in April 2023 moving directly from a HR and Training background within the Construction Industry.

My main focus is ensuring that employers know about the full range of CITB grants and funding that are on offer and how this can help businesses grow and thrive. I also support the many construction stakeholders in the region through partnerships and relationship building.

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Phil Warwick
Tel: 07776 226051
Email:
Twitter: @PhilWarwick4
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/phil-warwick-4b6a8930

I started my career in construction as a trainee consultant engineer where I soon became one of the leads on designing the electrical schematics for new builds for the Burton Group.

I changed careers in the 1990s and entered the world of advice and guidance. The last 20 or so years have then been primarily in this field working across a variety of environments including DWP, schools, colleges and training providers.

I then chose to re-engage with the construction industry and utilise my skills in this area as well as my advice and guidance skills to become the CITB Adviser for Coventry & Warwickshire.

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April Dally
Tel: 07917 580659
Email: april.dally@citb.co.uk

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Jenny Samuels
Tel: 07557 172424
Email: jenny.samuels@citb.co.uk

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Patricia Hicks
Tel: 07818529563
Email: 
Twitter: @PatriciaCITB
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-hicks-deane-mciob-07861567/

Prior to my role in CITB I worked for two major contractors in the UK construction industry. I spent 11 years working on construction sites, starting as a Graduate Construction Supervisor, and then working as a Construction Manager and Assistant Project Manager. I am also a member of the Chartered Institute of Building.

During my time on site, I learned that the construction industry is a fabulous industry to work in. My role at CITB allows me to support the industry today but also allows me to help build the industry for the future.

I have currently been working for CITB for 6 years.

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Trevor Oakley
Tel: 07827 358406
Email:  
Twitter: @Trevor_O_CITB
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-oakley-318093105

My passion for construction began at an early age. I grew up on a farm and built my first brick wall at age 15. My career pathway started as an Agricultural Apprentice but on completion, decided to leave the milking of cows behind and follow my passion for wood and train as a Cabinet Maker, Upholsterer and Antique Restorer.

Having run my own business and passed on my skills through teaching I became very poorly and had to look at a career change. I became involved with Apprenticeships and Careers Guidance but finally, my opportunity to reconnect with the construction industry presented itself by way of the CITB Marches and Worcestershire Adviser role.

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Jacqui Rawlings
Tel: 07765 336916
Email: Jacqueline.rawlings@citb.co.uk

Jacqui is the CITB Adviser for Swindon & Wiltshire supporting all Construction employers in the area providing support and guidance.

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Sam Elford

Tel: 07824 434170
Email: Sam.Elford@citb.co.uk

I have been with CITB for many years now. I started my CITB career as an Apprenticeship Officer for and then became a Customer Engagement Adviser for the South Birmingham and Worcestershire areas.

My role is to support the industry as it is today and to also help address the skills gap so that the industry is supported for the future.