SkillELECTRIC, part of the WorldSkills UK network, showcases the exceptional practical and technical abilities of the UK’s top electrical talent. The competition is a platform for young professionals to demonstrate their expertise and compete for the coveted title of SkillELECTRIC Champion.

The SkillELECTRIC finalists are:

• Charlie Moore – Bramham Electrical Ltd / College of West Anglia
• Fabien Maciejewski – a completed T Level Learner at Leicester College
• Joe Swallow – M&C Engineering / Suffolk New College
• John-Ross Campbell – A Campbell Electrical Services / SECTT
• Jonathan Gough – MD Electrics / Southern Regional College
• Kalum Low – MS Electrical and Renewables / SECTT
• Milly Smith – CS McKerlie Electrical Services / SECTT
• Richard Westwood – Dudley College

NICEIC head of technical advice and practice, Sam Donaghy is part of this year’s judging panel. He commented: “It’s incredibly rewarding to be part of a competition that continues to grow and showcase such exceptional talent. Year after year, we’re amazed by the skills and dedication of these young professionals. I’m excited to see how these finalists progress and I want to congratulate them on reaching this impressive milestone.”

The SkillELECTRIC final is set to take place across a series of dates in November. Those who perform well enough, and are age-eligible, could be in with a chance of representing the UK in the Electrical Installation competition at WorldSkills 2026 in Shanghai, China.