A WORCESTER plasterer has reached the semi-finals of Screwfix Top Tradesperson this year.
Jamie Nokes, 48, owns Jamie’s Plastering and Renovations and has showcased a commitment to sustainability, customer service and encouraging more women into the trade.
He will now compete against 26 other top tradespeople from the UK, for a chance to be shortlisted as a finalist.
If successful, he will be one of 10 finalists to take part in the final on September, 27.
The winner will be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2024 and take home a trade bundle made up of tools, tech, and training worth £20,000.
Jamie said: “To receive the call that I’d made it to the semi-finals of the Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2024 was unbelievable.
“I never thought I’d get this far to be honest. Reaching the national final in September would be such a great achievement, especially when you look at the calibre of the other tradespeople I’m up against.
“I hope my passion for plastering shines through and that my commitment to encouraging more people into the industry is enough to secure me a place in the final.”
The award is in its 15th year and is taking place alongside reigning champion Astrid Arnold, a Devon-based carpenter, who claimed the accolade in 2023.
Jack Wallace, marketing director at Screwfix, said: “The nation’s tradespeople are often unsung heroes, working tirelessly day in and day out with the upmost passion and dedication.
“Our long-running national award aims to shine a light on the very best of them, recognising the outstanding work tradespeople deliver and the impact they have within their communities.
“Once again we’ve been blown away by the strength of the applications we’ve received for Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2024.
“Each of our semi-finalists has already proved themselves as an ambassador for their trade and I wish them all the very best of luck as they look to gain a place in September’s national final.”
