Victoria Lysons
Junior Project Coordinator at Oxley Developments
Key Details:
| Current industry | Manufacturing & Engineering |
|---|---|
| School attended | Dowdales School |
| College/training provider attended | Furness College |
| Year completed GCSEs | 2022 |
| Favourite lessons at school | Engineering, Science and Food Tech |
Q&A
— Give a short overview of your career journey after school
When I left school I went on to do a college course in Animal Welfare and soon realised it wasn't for me. I then went and worked at an estate agent for just over a year doing an apprenticeship in that. Once again I realised I still wanted to do something in engineering so I applied to Oxley Developments as a business administration apprentice. I have now been offered a full time position as a Project Management Apprentice.
— What do you love about your job?
I love the opportunities it brings and doors it can open for me at such a young age. I am trusted to run many important projects and help along side them. I like being a team player and helping to come up with creative solutions to problems. I also love being part of a team that helps support the military and defense industry.
— What piece of advice would you give to young people about finding their best next step?
I would say to try things first. What ever you do first may not be what you want to do for the rest of your life. I would also say be confident as that will get you further than you think. Other people will have opinions about your future, listen to what they have to say and do what you think is best for you.
— What three essential skills do you think have helped you to be successful in your job?
Listening, Speaking, Staying Positive.
— What advice would you give to someone considering working in your industry?
I would say it is quite challenging at times but is very rewarding. The working environment is electric. I would also say it is the most versatile industry as there are many avenues to go down than you think, so if you ever did want a change or found something you love more there is room to go down that path. It is also a very supportive industry as you will never be stuck to struggle and you have an entire workforce behind you as you all want the same result.
— What is the best piece of advice you have been given that has helped you on your career journey?
Don't get out spoken. This is the best advice I have ever received as there have been times where I have had an idea and been out spoken which is always annoying but I have found my voice and will always push for it to be heard.