During February and March, two regional competitions took place in search of the best up-and-coming industry talent. Level 2 and 3 female plumbing and heating learners of all ages, from colleges nationwide competed in a live practical installation for the chance to win a place in the grand final.

The final took place last week on 30 March, at Loughborough College, where six finalists battled it out to be crowned HIP Female Skills 2023 Winner.

Tiffany Baker from Group Llandrillo Menai has been named as the HIP Female Skills Winner 2023, and Adelaide Ruddy from Bath College was announced as runner-up.

Chris Penney, Leader GIVE Program LIXIL EMENA at Grohe, said: “The standard of work has been very high. We want to encourage more women into the plumbing industry, and set new industry standards with our products and also with the people that install them. It’s important that we bridge that gender gap.”

Zoë Tanner, Managing Director of HIP, said: “A massive congratulations to all who took part. You should be extremely proud of yourselves. It has been an absolute honour to see the next generation of female plumbers showing off their skills.”