Joe has been crowned the SkillBuild South East Regional Bricklaying Competition Winner at Colchester College on 16 April 2026, marking a major milestone in his development as a young craftsperson.
This achievement reflects both his technical ability and his determination to continually improve.
This achievement reflects both his technical ability and his determination to continually improve.
Joe has shown clear progression throughout his time in the competition. After securing 3rd place in a previous year, he continued to refine his precision, speed, and problem‑solving skills. His 2026 performance demonstrated the full extent of that growth, with his work noted for its accuracy, clean finish, and confident interpretation of complex drawings.
Winning the regional title places Joe among the strongest emerging bricklayers in the South East. As results move forward, we now await confirmation on whether Joe will progress to the SkillBuild National Final, where the top eight competitors from across the UK will compete for the sector’s highest accolade.
Joe’s journey from 3rd place to regional champion is a testament to his work ethic, resilience, and passion for the trade, supported by the high‑quality training environment at London South East College.