NOT TOO LATE TO CARVE OUT A NEW PATH

AFTER more than decade working as a machine operator in the steel industry Luca Philips decided to follow his passion for carpentry.

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So Luca, 34, of Cardiff, bravely went back to the classroom which in led to him becoming a carpentry apprentice with housebuilding giant Redrow.

What does your job involve ona day-to-day basis?

Every morning, I load up my van with my tools and head to site, ready to get stuck in. My day could involve fitting doors, skirting boards, or working on bigger projects, it really depends.

No two days are ever the same, which keeps things interesting. Some of the specific tasks I do include stud partition walls, joists, skirting and architraves, doors, roof-work, finish-work like iron-mongery, plastic trim, and rectification work.

What do you love about it?

All of it, It's so satisfying to see a project come together and feel proud of the work. Taking responsibility for a job and leaving it done properly and safely is rewarding, Also, having my own van and tools gives me a real sense of independence as a tradesman.

What are the challenges?