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what to expect
Not sure how it all works? See below on what to expect:
1. Branch Qualifiers
Your local Plumbing World branch hosts a qualifier round to determine who competes in the Apprentice and Young Plumber regionals.
Those who register and attend will be facing up against other apprentices and young plumbers in their immediate locale. Competition is fun and there's lots to learn and take away including prizes and plenty of supplier merch. A light dinner and refreshments will also be provided throughout the evening.
2. Regionals
Branch winners, 2nd place getters, and wildcards will progress to compete in their Regional event, hosted at an offsite venue (see timeline for locations). Accommodation and travel will be organised as required for contestants who need to travel.
Apprentices and Young Plumbers will be competing against the best tradies in their region, like-minded individuals that have proven themselves to progress to this competition stage, and competition is tough. Bring your 'A' game.
And again, we will put on a spread; we encourage supporters at our regional events so bring your boss and/or a plus one.
3. Nationals
Apprentices and Young Plumbers with serious game and have scored the highest in the country get together for a fun week of events. Branch qualifiers and Regionals are a great foundation but are nothing compared to the National Final.
This is a massive week and one those who progress to never forget.
Prizes, new experiences and a chance to dust off your number ones await!
Next Year
Didn't make it as far as you would have hoped?
No sweat. You can always come back next year. Apprentices and Young Plumbers can re-enter for another chance to become the next Young Plumber of the Year.
Sometimes good things take a bit of time to come to fruition.
how does the competition work?
You will be tested on your practical skills and theory knowledge. Winners + runner ups move to the next round.
See more details below.
How we score
Each skills test is scored based on a variety of factors forcused on a practical task associated with each suppliers products and real life situations. You are also measured on task time, accuracy, attitude, tidiness & care, health & safety. Theoretical knowledge is tested in a multi-choice exam.
We add up each mark and the results are tabulated and weighted to build your total event mark at the end of the night.
Practical
There are several skills test work stations to complete. Each station is run by our supplier sponsors, who have crafted their own skills test to challenge your technical know-how. From installing inlet valves to mapping out plumbing for an entire house. You can look forward to being exposed to new techniques and products from suppliers at all stages of the competition.
Theory
With the support of Skills Trades Training NZ we've developed a questionnaire to test your mental game. Challenge accepted 💪
You have 25 mins to complete the multi-choice exam.
Wild Cards
At each branch event, there is an opportunity to secure a spot at a Regional Final as a wild card. Simply place 2nd and your on your way!
There are also two opportunities to make it through to the National Final as a wild card, this is determined by the next two highest scores nationwide from the regional final rounds.
Things to keep in mind
Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned contestant, mark your calendar where and when your branch qualifier event is by viewing the Timeline, make sure you've read over the competition rules and remember to have fun 🎉🥳
Your local Plumbing World helps bring to life the YPC, serving our plumbers and tradies, the future leaders of plumbing.
Contact
Phone
06 350 1636
Address
Plumbing World Support Office
599 Main Street, Palmerston North 4414