Screwfix begins search for top tradesperson

Standout applicants will be shortlisted to take part in a semi-final interview in August, with 10 of them selected to participate in the final round at Screwfix Live in Farnborough on 27 September.

The winner will receive a trade bundle worth £20,000.  

Last year, Devon-based carpenter Astrid Arnold (pictured above) scooped the top prize.  

Reflecting on the win, Arnold said: “The Screwfix Top Tradesperson award marked a significant turning point in my career. While I’ve always been passionate about helping others, the award has given me a bigger platform to help enact change, including providing greater visibility for women in the industry and working with schools to promote the incredible opportunities a career in the trade can provide.  

“Already, I’ve been able to use the prize bundle to grow the existing training programmes that my company offers, including supporting disadvantaged women in the local community to improve their DIY skills and make positive changes in their lives.

"They’ve been delighted. Often, women can go unnoticed in the industry, but winning this award is recognition of the excellent contribution we make.” 

Jack Wallace, marketing director at Screwfix, added: “Screwfix Top Tradesperson is all about recognising the incredible contribution that tradespeople make day in, day out.

"Although only one person can take home the title, this award looks to celebrate everyone in the trade – from electricians to plumbers, builders to painters, and carpenters to roofers – while showcasing just how rewarding a career in the industry can be.

“There’s an abundance of exceptional talent across the board, but we’re particularly looking for someone who goes the extra mile for their customers and acts as an ambassador for the industry, helping to inspire the next generation of tradespeople. 

“The calibre of applications we receive year on year is phenomenal, and we can’t wait to see what this year’s entrants bring to the table.”