20/08/2026
Great to see Zac progressing with his apprenticeship over at Cottingham Joinery. He started out with us at Yorkshire Maintenance and it’s brilliant to see how far he’s coming along.
Meet Zac, Our Bench Joinery Apprentice.
At just 18, Zac Wallis is already building the foundations for a career in joinery.
Zac has always enjoyed making things, with his interest first developing through Design & Technology at school. After spending 18 months with The Yorkshire Maintenance Company, he transferred across to Cottingham Joinery to continue developing his skills and experience.
Alongside his time with us, Zac is working towards his Level 2 Bench Joinery qualification at Hull College, attending one day a week. His college days combine theory in the morning with practical work in the afternoon, where he gets hands-on experience making doors and other joinery pieces.
Back in the workshop, Zac is currently working alongside Nick in assembly, putting what he’s learning at college into practice every day.
Zac is due to complete his college course in January 2027, and his goal is to secure a full-time position with us once his apprenticeship is complete. We’re looking forward to seeing how he continues to develop over the coming months.
And when he’s not in the workshop? You’ll probably find Zac fishing, following Manchester United or planning his next holiday.
Keep up the great work, Zac!
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