BESA NextGen Network

📢Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce the launch of BESA #NextGen Network, we are a group dedicated to supporting those starting careers in the building services sector. At BESA, we understand the challenges that engineers face as they navigate the early stages of their careers. That's why we have created this group to provide a supportive community, and networking opportunities for those just starting out in the sector. Ryan Walton MInstR, Chair of the Network has said “It is a real honour and a great opportunity to work with my fellow young engineers through this exciting initiative,” he said. “We have a lot to offer the Association and the wider industry, but it is often hard for us to make our collective voice heard." “It can also be an intimidating experience for younger people to network with older, more experienced engineers, particularly when they are just finding their feet in the industry. So, we believe having our own community will help us develop our own priorities and then use BESA’s established and respected platform to help shape the industry’s agenda.” So if you're new to the industry, whether you're an engineer, or working hard behind the scenes, we invite you to join us and be part of the #NextGen and together, we can inspire and connect the next generation of building service professionals. Stay tuned for more #NextGen updates 👀 Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e5wXtfcq #BESA #BuildingServices #NextGen Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions Europe

Thrilled to see the BESA NextGen Network featured in a double-page spread in this month’s H&V News magazine. It’s brilliant to witness our collective efforts and vision for the future of the building services industry highlighted like this. Being part of BESA NextGen means collaborating with passionate individuals dedicated to empowering growth, fostering collective progress, celebrating diversity, and building meaningful connections within our industry. Proud to be part of this journey and excited for what’s next! If you would like to know anymore information about the group or interested in joining, drop me a message! Sayes Ltd BESA Group Ryan Walton LCIBSE, EngTech, Danielle Norfolk, Ibrahim Q., Stephen H.

𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲? Join BESA Group on 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 as we tackle some of the biggest challenges facing our industry: • Where will the next generation of engineers come from? • How can we make apprenticeships more effective? • Are we using the levy efficiently? • What does meaningful school engagement look like? • How do we attract fresh talent? The 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗔 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 is coming to Manchester with answers. 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: at St Patrick’s RC High School, New Lane, Manchester 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: March 19th 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 10am But this isn’t just another meeting. It’s your opportunity to: • Shape industry training • Influence policy • Share real challenges • Find practical solutions • Connect with industry peers 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗔 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀: This is your association. Your voice matters. Your experience counts. Allcool (NW) Ltd Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Ameon Limited Askew Refrigeration ATHERTONS BES Ltd C Caswell Engineering Services Limited C. M. OXENDALE LIMITED Charleson Building Services Ltd Chris Bowker Limited CPL Heating and Plumbing Ltd Cunard Construction LTD Daisymill Technologies Limited End Systems Exyte Hargreaves GOS Heating Ltd HE Simm HFL Building Solutions GroupMJ Electrical Services Limited M J QUINN GROUP LIMITED MEDWAY HEATING (BOLTON) LIMITED Murray Building Services Ltd Piggott and Whitfield S C HORSFIELD BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERS LIMITED SAUNDERS & TAYLOR (MANCHESTER) LTD Skyline Air Conditioning The James Mercer Group Limited Ventorex Limited Vital Energi Utilities Limited WMB (Mechanical) Limited Dale Kenyon Ian Lammas Can’t attend? Send a colleague—their perspective is valuable too. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄: https://lnkd.in/eZnzhM-m Want to highlight key challenges in advance? Share them below. #BESA #BuildingServices #Skills #NorthWest

I can’t believe I’m writing this, but I’m absolutely thrilled to have made the Trade Association Forum Women in Trade Associations 30 under 30 list! 🎉 Championing the next generation is something I’m truly passionate about, and I love working with everyone involved in the BESA NextGen Network to support and inspire future talent. I’m incredibly grateful to BESA Group and my amazing colleagues for their support in my career development. Thank you to everyone who has been part of my journey so far - this recognition means the world! 💙 #TAF #InternationalWomensDay #FutureLeaders #NextGeneration https://lnkd.in/eGwqS6f2

Already a busy few months for our BESA NextGen Network! We’ve welcomed Ibrahim Q. at Vital Energi Utilities Limited as our new Chair and Stephen H. at HE Simm as our Vice Chair who are already building the momentum for the rest of the year.   Highlights So Far: ⭐ Meeting & Industry Insights - We got together to discuss our key focuses for the year, reflect on 2024, and welcome new members. We were also joined by Rachel Davidson, BESA Group’s Head of Specialist Knowledge, for an insightful discussion on the Building Safety Act.   ⭐ Championing Apprentices – Ella Whitton-Stroud, one of our apprentices, shared her experiences as part of National Apprenticeship Week, giving insight into her career journey and why she chose this industry.   ⭐ Celebrating Talent - Our very own Curtis Armstrong was a finalist for the TAF Rising Star Award 2025!   We would also like to say huge thank you to Ryan Walton LCIBSE, EngTech at Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions Europe who has been the Chair since it re started in 2023, we appreciate all the support you've given to the group! Danielle Norfolk, Curtis Armstrong, Keegan Farrelly, Ella Whitton-Stroud, Stephen H., Matthew Tatler, Robyn Abel, David Bickersteth, Michael T., Ella Mackenzie, Bas Pilar, Jacob Oldknow, Sam Fellerman, Daniel Storton, Ilyas Hamid, Frédéric Ainsworth, Liam Malone Engtech LCIBSE, Harvey Hudson EngTech LCIBSE, Rachel Davidson, Sarah Stanton, Jenny House

I love my job! The BESA Group Schools Engagement Engineering Discovery (#SEED) Programme second cohort has been brilliant! I’ve loved seeing the individuals develop and seize the opportunities whilst also building a a bit of a #community along the way. Get in touch to join cohort 3 starting at the end of April! 🌱 #NCW2025 #apprenticeships #SchoolEngagement #Inspiring #Engineering #BuildingServicesEngineering #SkillsForLife #Careers #NextGen Lily Martin Debbie Smith

It's Scottish Apprenticeship Week and to celebrate we're launching our Industry Award Apprentice Award categories. These awards honour individuals, teams, and businesses driving innovation, sustainability, and excellence in our industry. We have a number of categories available to enter, - Electro Technical Apprentice of the Year - H&V Industrial and Commercial Apprentice of the Year - BSE Technician Apprentice of the Year - Service and Maintenance Apprentice of the Year - Rising Star - Manly Management Training Bursary Award Find out more about the Industry Awards Categories here 👉 https://lnkd.in/erQVNUSe The WorldSkills UK Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump competition also opens for registrations today. The competition sets out to identify the most talented young apprentices working in the sector. Assessing candidates by showcasing their skills and knowledge through tasks inspired by real-life industry scenarios. It encompasses a comprehensive range of skills, including fault finding/diagnosis, fabrication, and the service and maintenance of technical equipment. For more information and to register go to 👉 https://lnkd.in/eh4WV2f5 Charlotte B. Debbie Smith Lily Martin Iain McCaskey Heather Sheridan-Price Sophie Frain

I’m thrilled to share that I was a finalist in the Rising Star category at the Trade Association Forum Awards last night. Being shortlisted was truly an honour and, above all, recognition of the hard work I have put in over the last four years at BESA—from helping to implement Virtual Reality into our events to supporting the BESA NextGen Network, completing my apprenticeship, and working on my CIM. I just want to thank Natalie Tunnicliffe, Claire Short, Shaun Coughlan, and the rest of the team at BESA for believing in me and for your continued support! And you know, Lady Gaga wasn’t even nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammys, and she’s gone on to have a semi-decent career, so I’m feeling really positive about the future, and I'm sure there will be plenty of opportunities ahead! 💪 I am however, incredibly proud to say that BESA Group won the Member Engagement Award, recognising our work in creating resources, campaigns, and initiatives to help BESA members understand and comply with the #BuildingSafetyAct. A huge congratulations to Rachel Davidson, the team, and the Building Safety Act Advisory Group on this success—it’s fantastic to see your efforts making a real impact on awareness and compliance across the sector.

Mould and damp are not just an eye sore, they represent a significant national crisis affecting the UK. Currently, hundreds of thousands of homes are battling with damp, impacting millions of individuals who are exposed to toxic air night after night. This leads to respiratory issues, kids coughing, their parents wheezing and unfortunately lives being cut short. Let's not pretend this affects everyone the same. It doesn't. It disproportionately affects the poorest and most vulnerable, this disparity is not a matter of chance but a reflection of ingrained inequality within the housing infrastructure. Indoor environmental quality encompasses the air we breathe, the warmth we experience, and the moisture levels within our homes. When these factors are bad, the consequences can be deadly. Poor indoor conditions exacerbate health issues like asthma, COPD, and childhood breathing problems, costing the NHS over £1.4 billion annually. Beyond health, this is also a legal issue. Here's the truth, we have laws, we have standards and we have the Building Safety Act. But if no one is going to enforce them, what's the point? BESA has long been associated with competence, compliance, and accountability. However, there is a pressing need to integrate indoor environmental quality into EPC ratings, demand stronger ventilation standards across all buildings, and enforce existing laws to ensure no one is left behind. This isn't about ticking boxes, it's about people. It's about making sure where you live doesn't decide how long you live. The data is clear, the consequences are deadly, and the solution is within reach. Immediate action is required to manage and rectify the problem. By doing so, not only are buildings improved, but lives are also saved.

As #NationalApprenticeshipWeek comes to a close we want to end by celebrating all of the apprentices that entered the #BESAIndustyAwards, and the RACHP apprentices who took part in the WorldSkills UK competition last year! ❄️ Building engineering services offers a dynamic and rewarding field that offers a multitude of opportunities for those interested in shaping the future of our built environment. This career path not only allows you to contribute to the development of sustainable and efficient buildings but also empowers you to be at the forefront of technological advancements. Whether you are passionate about environmental sustainability, eager to explore global opportunities, or interested in leveraging cutting-edge technology, a career in building engineering services provides a platform to make a significant impact. We want to thank all of the employers and mentors supporting the next generation of the industry. Our industry is in need of a new generation of skilled workers, making it essential to continue nurturing top-tier talent to keep our industry thriving. Let's invest in the future! 💪 If you're interested in competing in the 2025 WorldSkills UK RACHP competition, registrations open on 3rd March 2025. More information on the BESA Industry Awards 2025 is coming very soon 👀 #NAW2025 #SkillsForLife