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Greg Santos
Greg has a real passion for carpentry but has found it practically impossible to find a carpentry apprenticeship. He wants to be able to help his mum financially and prove to his dad that he has a future. He was on a woodwork course recently but was unable to complete it because he “left all of his coursework and certificates on the bus!” (As unlikely as it sounds, his youth worker has corroborated the story). Greg would really like to successfully complete an apprenticeship in carpentry to begin a career in the trade that he loves.
Quick Facts
Age: 19
Home Town: London
Ambition: To be a carpenter
Looking Back Interview
Channel 4: Did Bricking It live up to your expectations?
Greg: I had thought it was going to be different. I liked the work, but hadn't thought about the filming as well.
Channel 4: What was the best thing about Bricking It?
Greg: I most enjoyed meeting everyone and being there, part of the project.
Channel 4: And the worst thing?
Hannah: I least enjoyed the bossiness – sometimes it felt like it was just for the sake of it.
Channel4: What are your favourite memories of the project?
Greg: Everything, everyone, it was fun, the whole thing – a new experience for me.
Channel 4: What was your high point?
Greg: Learning different sorts of trades – I want to be a carpenter but I also learnt electrical work, plaster boarding and some plumbing.
Channel 4: And your low point?
Greg: My lateness.
Channel 4: What do you think you'll do now?
Greg: I'm on a carpentry apprenticeship for a company the production company put me in touch with. I'll be on it for the next 3 years. I am managing to get in on time!
Channel 4: Any advice on working in construction?
Greg: Once you get a job, follow the site rules, listen to
your boss and don't ever just stand there – always look busy!
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