13.03.2006

New CPCS chairman appointed

Trevor Gamble has been appointed as the new chair of the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Management Committee, following a meeting of the “principal stakeholders” this week.

Gamble, of The Gamble Group, has over 40 years experience, working at all levels within the industry. He is currently a CPA (Construction Plant-hire Association) Council member and sits on the board of CITB-ConstructionSkills.

The “Principal Stakeholders” identified a number of priority areas for action by the CPCS Management Committee, including:

Commenting on his appointment, Gamble said: "I look forward to leading the scheme through its next phase and in continuing to have a positive impact on its take up.

Gamble replaces John Gladstone, who resigned in December after 14 years as a member of the CPCS (and before that the CTA) management committee.

CPCS will continue to be operated by CITB-ConstructionSkills