5 Minutes With… Andrew Watters
In this “5 Minutes With…” interview, we spoke to Andrew Watters, Division Production Manager at National Timber Systems. Andrew shares his journey from an apprenticeship as a wood machinist to a 13-year career in the timber industry, highlighting the industry’s exciting advancements and commitment to sustainability. He emphasises patience, hard work, and the value of … Continue reading “5 Minutes With… Andrew Watters “
5 Minutes with… Monika Thomas
“5 Minutes with…” is an interview series designed to bring TRA members closer together, helping to build a cohesive and unified voice within the timber engineering industry. In this feature, we caught up with Monika Thomas, Business Unit Manager – Offsite Construction at ITW, who recently joined TRA’s Management Committee. Monika shared her journey into … Continue reading “5 Minutes with… Monika Thomas”
Leading by example: women in timber engineering
Latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) show that 271,000 out of 2.2 million people who are working in the construction industry are women. Although the industry has historically been male-dominated, efforts are still required to create a more inclusive environment. To gain further insight, we spoke with Cyndi Chandler, managing director of … Continue reading “Leading by example: women in timber engineering”
5 Minutes With… Rebecca Thick
“5 Minutes with…” is an interview series that introduces TRA members to one another and fosters a unified voice within the industry. Our conversation with Rebecca Thick, a sales executive at Vida Wood, highlights the importance of diversity and equal opportunities in the industry. Rebecca also shares her personal journey into the timber engineering field. … Continue reading “5 Minutes With… Rebecca Thick”
