Gloucestershire Engineering Training have been providing work-based learning in engineering for over 40 years. We train apprentices in Mechanical, Electrical, Maintenance, Welding & Fabrication and also offer a dual skill programme for those employers who require multiskilled individuals.
About Us
Learn more about who we are, what we do and how we help secure future generations of the Engineering industry.
About Us
Learn more about who we are, what we do and how we help secure future generations of the Engineering industry.
Growing Engineering Talent
Company Overview
Why GET?
Stakeholders
Company Overview
Why GET?
We provide learners with the underpinning knowledge, skills and behaviours required within their engineering specialisms, and then focus on their chosen pathway with their employer.
Stakeholders
As a charity, GET delivers training and services to meet the needs of its member companies. Senior representatives from a range of our employers make up the Board of Directors whilst ensuring that the training and services provided are truly reflective of the business needs and demands.
We are Gloucestershire Engineering Training
Company Overview
Why GET?
Member Company Information
Company Overview
Gloucestershire Engineering Training have been providing work-based learning in engineering for over 40 years. We train apprentices in Mechanical, Electrical, Maintenance, Welding & Fabrication and also offer a dual skill programme for those employers who require multiskilled individuals.
Why GET?
We provide learners with the basic underpinning knowledge and skills required across all facets of engineering within their first year of training, and then focus on their chosen career pathway or specialism once the learners have returned to their employer’s premises.
Member Company Information
As a charity, Gloucestershire Engineering Training is in business to deliver training and services to meet the needs of its member companies. Senior representatives from a range of member companies make up the organisation whilst ensuring that the training and services provided are truly reflective of the business needs and demands.
Meet The Senior Management Team

Warren Thomas
CEO
Warren became CEO in September 2021 having previously held the role of Operations Director. Overall responsibility for the day to day running of GET. Looking at what is over the horizon for GET and future planning. Attendance at DfE and IFATE meetings.

Claire Spender
DHOC & Academic Manager
Deputy Head of Centre. Employed at GET since 2021, Responsible for the day to day management of the Academic Team, supporting learners through their Academic studies. Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Erica Phelpstead
DHOC & Learner Services Manager
Deputy Head of Centre. Employed at GET since 2012. Responsible for the day to day management of the Learner Services Team, supporting learners and employers through the Apprenticeship journey. Specialising in the DfE funding and compliance.

Rosemary Hoyland
Finance Manager
Day to day management of the Finance Team. Providing and analysing financial information. Budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning. Overall responsibility payments/transfers/credits/payroll operations. Overseeing the facilities function.

Jake Weatherley
Skills Training & Engineering Manager
Responsible for the Skills Training offering – communicating with potential training delegates, co-ordinating delivery, training materials and follow up as relevant. Responsible for the day to day management of the GET Apprentices. Lead for Maintenance and H&S within the Workshop. Gaining experience of the Apprenticeship Standards and qualifications. Part of the H&S Committee, a First Aider and Lead Fire Marshal.

Les Jones
Centre Operations Manager
Overall management of the Practical Delivery Team. Lead responsibility for the End Point Assessment (EPA). Part of H&S Committee.

Dan Hernon
Skills & Development Manager
Responsible for the day to day management and support of the Skills & Development Advisors in all aspects of their work. Lead IQA for the Skills & Development Team and supporting the Quality Lead with Assessor Awards and IQA for GET. Working with the Learner Services Team on new company visits/new Apprenticeships and training. Completing 1:1s and PDRs for the team. First Aider responsibility.

Paul Smith
Senior Instructor
Responsible for the day to day running of the Workshop. Lead IQA responsibility for the Practical Delivery Team. Managing the budget, ordering tools, supplies, timetable planning for the team.

Imogen Ward-Mustoe
DHOC & Quality Manager
Responsible for ensuring GET adhere to the highest possible standards of quality and compliance, whilst closely monitoring learner progress through the robust and efficient implementation of GET’s quality strategy. Manage, develop, implement and drive forward quality improvements by monitoring and supporting staff performance indicators in line with Awarding and Regulatory bodies. Overall lead for the internal quality assurance process in accordance with awarding bodies and other regulatory bodies’ standards in order to ensure quality and effectiveness of qualifications attained.

Jenny Roberts
Business Engagement Lead
Responsible for the administration of the learner journey from application, initial assessment through to completion and End Point Assessment. Jenny’s main role is to lead on engagement with employers, learners and local partnerships; facilitating schools and careers events to increase awareness of GET and inspire budding Engineers. Supports GET with social media marketing and digital online presence in order to reach out and update our employers and target audience.
Meet The Board Of Governors

Arren Kinder
Chairperson
Arren is the Managing Director at Safran Landing Systems MRO site in Gloucester. Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Arren was appointed a governor in July 2019.

Simon Biggs
Vice Chairperson
Simon is Head of Talent & People Development at Renishaw plc, He leads the strategy and delivery of initiatives that strengthen skills, talent, capability and leadership across the organisation. His remit spans Talent, Training, Learning & Development, Early Careers and STEM outreach, ensuring these areas are equipped to meet Renishaw’s evolving business needs. Simon was appointed a Governor in August 2021.

Jill Brearley
Independent Governor
Jill has retired from the position of HR Manager at ABB Limited. As a longstanding member of the board, Jill has agreed to become an independent director to utilise her knowledge and expertise going forward. Jill was appointed a governor in 1991.

Tristram Southgate
Governor
Tristram is the Managing Director of Majorlift Hydraulic Equipment Limited, an SME Based in Wickwar, Gloucestershire. Tristram was appointed a governor in June 2018.

Ian Henderson
Governor
Ian is the Engineering Manager of Trelleborg in Tewkesbury. He is responsible for a team of production engineers and process technicians. Ian was appointed a governor in October 2019.

Liam Marley
Governor
Liam is the Site Services and Continuous Improvement Manager at SPP Pumps who are a market leader in the manufacturer of centrifugal pumps and associated systems. Liam has worked at the main manufacturing site in Coleford for almost 28 years starting his career as a mechanical engineering apprentice. Liam was appointed a governor in September 2023.

Matt Bailey
Governor
Matt is an Audit and Assurance Director, at a national firm of chartered accountants, Crowe U.K. LLP. He is based in Cheltenham and has experience working with engineering and manufacturing companies, charities, and education organisations. Matt was appointed a governor in July 2024.

Jack Quinn
Governor
Jack is the HR Manager for Quickmach Engineering Ltd. Quickmach is a sub-contract engineering manufacturer, with particular expertise in supplying intricate precision-machined components to the Aerospace, Medical and Oil & Gas industries. Jack was appointed a Governor in February 2025.

Paul Adamson
Governor
Paul has worked at ABB for 36 years, in most departments - Manufacturing, Projects/Sales and finally Service. Paul is involved in process improvement and continuous improvement. Currently Service Execution Manager for Process Gas working mainly in the Cement and Incinerator Industry. Paul was appointed a Governor in August 2025.

Deborah McLean
Governor
Deborah is the Finance Director of Majorlift Hydraulic Equipment Limited, a small but specialist manufacturer of professional automotive lifting equipment. Deborah was appointed a governor in April 2026.
Meet The Board Of Directors

Arren Kinder - Vice Chairperson

Tristram Southgate - Governor

Ian Henderson - Governor

Simon Biggs - Governor

Liam Marley - Governor

Matt Bailey - Governor

Jill Brearley - Independent Governor

Jack Quinn - Governor

Paul Adamson - Governor
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"Apprenticeships are, in my opinion, invaluable to any organisation. They create the talent pipelines of the future... The turnaround of their assessment results is exceptional, which enables us to progress our own recruitment processes more quickly and efficiently... We'd recommend them because they are passionate in what they do, in what they're delivering. They are always supportive. They are always available to give guidance and support in any issues we may have."
Catherine Lloyd, Training & Development Manager Renishaw