Niblock Electrical Services proudly took part in training yesterday at Aico’s manufacturing facility at Ei Electronics in Shannon, Ireland, as part of Aico’s Platinum Partner initiative, a prestigious recognition programme designed to elevate industry standards and reinforce excellence across its installer network.

We are delighted to confirm that Niblock Electrical has now achieved Platinum Partner status. This builds upon the Gold Standard Installer requirements and recognises organisations that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to ongoing professional development, rigorous safety compliance with fire and carbon monoxide alarms, and collaborative best practices.

Becoming a Platinum Partner reflects our continued investment in training, quality workmanship, and delivering the highest standards for our clients.

Representing Niblock Electrical Services, Robert Sutherland recently attended the opening of the new JTL Training Centre in Orpington, marking an exciting milestone for a training provider that plays a vital role in supporting our apprentices.

The £1 million investment has transformed the site into a modern, industry-led training facility, with a strong focus on plumbing, heating and low-carbon technologies.

As many of our apprentices attend the Orpington Training Centre, it is great to see JTL continuing to invest in high-quality facilities that help develop the next generation of skilled professionals. Rob also had the opportunity to see first-hand how the new workshops are preparing learners for real-world working environments.

We are especially proud that one of our own apprentices, Ryan, who is featured in JTL’s photograph, was selected for the guided tour – a fantastic achievement and a real testament to his hard work and dedication.

On Friday, our team attended Aico’s Awaab’s Law training to deepen our understanding of the strict timeframes social landlords must follow.

Under Awaab’s Law, landlords are required to:

• Investigate hazards and provide a written summary within 10 working days
• Begin necessary repairs within 5 working days of investigation (or 24 hours if an emergency)
• Arrange alternative accommodation if the property cannot be made safe within these times
• Keep comprehensive records of all compliance efforts

Partnering with housing associations and local authorities, we are committed to supporting these standards to keep residents safe and projects compliant.

Thanks to Rachel Wright and Aico for the insightful session!

Spreading Festive Cheer for a Great Cause

The Niblock Electrical Services’ head office team was proud to put on their best (and brightest!) Christmas jumpers again this year in support of Save the Children UK.
Christmas Jumper Day is always a highlight – a chance to come together, have some fun, and raise money for an organisation doing vital work for children around the world.
A big thank you to everyone who took part and donated.

AICO Gold Standard Installer!

We are proud to share that Niblock Electrical Services have officially been awarded the Gold Standard Installer certificate, presented to us by Rachel Wright from AICO. This recognition reflects our team’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of installation quality, safety and customer care.

Achieving Gold Standard status is an important milestone for us, and we are grateful to AICO for their continued support and partnership. We are also excited to announce that we will soon be completing the next stage of our professional development – the Platinum Partner course – to further strengthen our expertise and deliver even greater value to our clients.

We were pleased to attend the Career Compass Event at MidKent College today, where we have had the opportunity to engage with local residents and discuss the apprenticeships we offer. This event formed an important part of our commitment to delivering social value on behalf of Golding Homes, and we were proud to support the local community in exploring future employment opportunities.

We are pleased to recognise and congratulate three valued team members on reaching their 5-year work anniversaries:
John McIntyre, George McKenzie, and Andy Hugglestone

We are truly grateful for the dedication, passion and commitment each of you brings to our team.

Our team is excited to be exhibiting at the SEC conference on 15th October and looking forward to connecting with many of you in person.

With several active Higher-Risk Building projects currently progressing through the Gateway application process, we are especially interested in the workshops and discussions focused on this key aspect of the Building Safety Act.

This is a pivotal moment for the industry, and we are eager to share insights, learn from others navigating similar challenges, and explore the evolving compliance landscape together.

If you are attending, we would be delighted to welcome you at our stand.