Brian
Category: Jobtrack
Brian came to NIACRO when released from Magilligan, keen to put his offending behind him. Identifying the need for new skills in order to access the labour market, his Jobtrack advisor enrolled him on a course to secure employment as a digger driver.
During training, Brian’s instructor felt that he had a natural aptitude for driving and in particular a talent for helping other students get through their training. The instructor felt that he should consider becoming a trainer himself. Brian enrolled on another course to gain this qualification, passing the driving and operating exams, but failing on computer and presentation skills - due in part to a lack of confidence.
With further assistance from the Jobtrack team, Brian addressed this issue through an ECDL training course and a personal instructor to assist with public speaking. His newfound skills allowed Brian to think seriously about starting his own Plant Training Business.
Brian passed his exams second time round and is now a fully qualified instructor and examiner. He has also completed the Invest NI Start a Business Programme with Moyle Enterprise Agency and has secured business premises. He has applied for a Rural Development Grant and has letters of support from a number of potential customers, including his local DEL training branch. Brian is calling his business BMM Training.