Skills for Security has announced the winner of the Electronic Fire & Security competition held during the WorldSkills UK National Finals. Toby Moulder, trained by SGS College and representing APM Fire and Security Ltd, emerged victorious in this prestigious event.
WorldSkills UK gathers top apprentices and learners nationwide to engage in technical challenges reflecting industry standards.
Future of the fire and security workforce
Evaluated by the NSI and SSAIB, the Electronic Fire & Security competition is crafted in conjunction with Skills for Security. It assesses the skills and professional behaviours necessary in the fire and security sector now.
Evaluated by the NSI and SSAIB, the Electronic Fire & Security competition is crafted in conjunction with Skills for Security
Darrell Gilmour, Director of Technical Education at the agency, emphasised the competition's role in enhancing technical education's profile. "The competitors demonstrated exceptional discipline and a strong understanding of current industry practices," said Gilmour. The event signals a skilled and adaptable future workforce prepared for the industry's demands.
This year's finalists completed two days of challenging tasks, involving system installation, fault-finding, configuration, compliance, and customer-focused problem-solving. The competition highlighted not only technical ability but also precision, resilience, and professionalism under pressure.
Continuous support from Skills for Security
WorldSkills UK Chief Executive Ben Blackledge praised all participants in the national Electronic Fire and Security Systems competition, commending the ongoing support from Skills for Security.
"Our finalists represent the future of our economy," Blackledge stated. These young professionals are poised to give UK employers a competitive advantage, with competitions enhancing skills critical for economic growth.
Scenario-based challenges
Luke Wilson, representing Atlas World and trained by South Eastern Regional College, received high praise
Skills for Security recognised Joseph Jenkins of AGS Security Systems, trained by the agency, who achieved second place, and Declan Oneil of ADT, trained by Banham, who secured third.
Luke Wilson, representing Atlas World and trained by South Eastern Regional College, received high praise. All showcased professionalism and the ability to solve complex, scenario-based tasks that align with industry standards.
Collaboration with experts
The WorldSkills UK competitions are developed in collaboration with employers and industry experts, ensuring they mirror real-world practices. Skills for Security has been instrumental in the design and execution of the Electronic Fire & Security competition, ensuring its compliance with national training standards and nurturing high-calibre talent for the profession. David Scott, Managing Director of Skills for Security, remarked on the achievements, emphasising the sector's growth and innovation, and the importance of preparing new skilled professionals.
This year's competition enjoyed support from industry partners like CSL Group, The Security Event (TSE), Texecom Ltd, C-TEC, GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK Ltd, FENIX Monitoring, Dahua UK & Ireland, and Eaton, ensuring the event was aligned with current sector standards.
Skills for Security is proud to announce Toby Moulder from APM Fire and Security Ltd, trained by SGS College, has won the Electronic Fire & Security competition at the WorldSkills UK National Finals.
WorldSkills UK brings together the most talented apprentices and learners from across the country to compete in industry-standard technical challenges.
Future of the fire and security workforce
The Electronic Fire & Security competition, judged by NSI and SSAIB, is designed in partnership with Skills for Security to benchmark the skills, knowledge and professional behaviours required within the fire and security industry.
Darrell Gilmour, Director of Technical Education at Skills for Security, said: “WorldSkills UK is an important platform for raising the profile and standards of technical education in our sector. The competitors demonstrated exceptional discipline and a strong understanding of current industry practices. Their performance reflects the future of the fire and security workforce, one that is skilled, capable and ready to meet the demands of a fast-evolving industry.”
This year’s finals saw competitors complete two days of intensive, real-world tasks covering system installation, fault-finding, configuration, compliance and customer-focused problem-solving. The event showcased technical ability alongside precision, resilience and the ability to work to professional standards under time pressure.
Ongoing support of Skills for Security
Ben Blackledge, Chief Executive, WorldSkills UK said: “Congratulations to all those who participated in the WorldSkills UK national competitions in Electronic Fire and Security Systems. We are grateful for the ongoing support of Skills for Security, which enables us to help apprentices develop their skills to the highest level. Our finalists represent the future of our economy."
"They are the new generation of highflyers that will give UK employers a competitive edge. Our competitions, based on global standards, play a vital role in developing the skills that will drive investment, create jobs, and fuel economic growth.”
Scenario-based tasks
Skills for Security congratulates Joseph Jenkins, representing AGS Security Systems and trained by Skills for Security who secured second place, and Declan Oneil representing ADT and trained by Banham who achieved third place. Highly recommended was Luke Wilson, representing Atlas World and trained by South Eastern Regional College.
Each demonstrated professionalism, consistency and the ability to apply their training to complex, scenario-based tasks aligned to industry expectations.
Collaboration with employers and sector experts
WorldSkills UK competitions are developed in collaboration with employers and sector experts to ensure they reflect real-world practice. Skills for Security plays a pioneering role in designing and delivering the Electronic Fire & Security competition, ensuring it meets national training standards and supports the development of high-quality talent entering the profession.
David Scott, Managing Director of Skills for Security concluded: “All finalists should be extremely proud of their achievements. The UK fire and security sector continues to grow and innovate, and we’re so proud to support WorldSkills UK and help ensure we are preparing the next generation of skilled professionals. These apprentices have shown they are more than ready to take their next steps in the industry.”
Current industry standards
This year’s competition was supported by industry partners including CSL Group, The Security Event (TSE), Texecom Ltd, C-TEC, GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK Ltd, FENIX Monitoring, Dahua UK & Ireland, and Eaton.
Their support enabled the competition to be delivered to current industry standards, ensuring all tasks reflected the equipment and practices used across today’s fire and security sector.
