Dominic Hunt awarded Most Promising Trainee Civil Engineer at CECA South West Awards
Congratulations to Dominic Hunt, Assistant Engineer, who has been named Most Promising Trainee Civil Engineer at this year's Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) South West Awards in Torquay.
(CECA) South West Awards in Torquay.
Dominic's journey into civil engineering hasn't followed a traditional path. After completing a master's degree in geology and gaining experience in telecoms and estate services, he joined VolkerStevin in December 2022 as a mobile elevating work platform operator before progressing into an assistant engineer role in August 2023.
Dominic is based in Devonport, where he continues to develop his experience as an Assistant Engineer.
Since then, he has continued to develop his skills and knowledge, completing a Higher National Diploma and now studying towards a BSc in Civil Engineering, which he is due to complete in 2028. Alongside managing engineering work packages in a highly regulated nuclear environment, Dominic has become a strong advocate for safety and wellbeing, including training as a mental health first aider.
The award recognises Dominic's dedication to learning, professional development and the positive contribution he continues to make both on site and within the wider team.
“Dominic is a rising star in our industry and is a notable example to others that with hard work, young people can excel and build lasting and meaningful careers in civil engineering construction. From engineering, project management and finance to IT, marketing, site work or one of many other roles, the training and career development opportunities are huge for every talent and every background.”
Abie Hearn CECA South West Chair
This is fantastic recognition and a well-deserved achievement.
