The Torus Apprenticeship Awards, which celebrate apprentices, their mentors and their managers across the Group, saw HMS colleagues walk away with four of the awards. The highlight of the event was Isobel Dowd being crowned as HMS Apprentice of the Year, a truly fantastic achievement.

Those shortlisted were nominated by their colleagues and colleges, highlighting the great work being done by apprentices and the people supporting them. It also shines a spotlight on the beneficial role they can play for people and further their careers.

Talking about her apprenticeship, Isobel commented:

“I was uncertain about going to university, but this apprenticeship has given me the opportunity to connect with many different people. It has also helped me with my confidence and my day-to-day life skills, both inside and outside of work.”

HMS' Torus Apprenticeship Award Winners 2026

Isobel Dowd, HMS Apprentice of the Year, sponsored by City of Liverpool College

Isobel has quickly excelled in her apprenticeship. She has shown remarkable dedication to mastering her role and understanding the complexities of HMS and its systems.

Her commitment extends beyond her apprenticeship; she has visited construction sites to gain insight into the industry and understand the challenges faced by operatives. Isobel is also collaborating with the Systems Team to develop business process maps to support system implementation.

Whether in the office, in the classroom, or on-site, Isobel is consistently described as conscientious, professional and supportive with a distinct focus on customer service. With her skills and dedication, she clearly shows potential as a future leader at HMS.

Kathryn Baylis, Customer Champion

Kathryn's drive, talent, and professionalism shine through in everything she does. Her performance in college is consistently outstanding, and on-site, she is equally as impressive. Everyone who works with her speaks highly of their attitude, reliability, and eagerness to learn.

Emma Davey, Mentor of the Year

Emma’s kindness, professionalism, and appropriate challenges have fostered a strong relationship with her buddy, promoting her growth and resilience. Emma truly embodies the qualities of a “Best Buddy” and has made a significant positive impact on their apprenticeship journey.

Mark Foster, Apprentice Manager of the Year

Mark is a dedicated team leader who supports his apprentices with extensive knowledge and a caring approach. He treats them like family, assisting with work and personal matters, and acts as an ambassador, suggesting improvements for their success.

Matthew Charman, College Apprentice of the Year

Matthew, who was nominated by his college, was commended on his excellent attitude to learning and a proactive approach to his own development. At college, his tutors have mentioned how skilled he is with technical subjects, and they appreciate his enthusiasm for diving into both the hands-on and theoretical parts of the program.

Apprenticeships at HMS

At HMS, we are proud to employ people from our communities into a wide range of trade and business-related apprenticeships.

As an apprentice at HMS, you can look forward to high-quality training in your selected trade or discipline, leading to a recognised qualification. You will also receive support from managers and mentors as you begin building a career through your learning experiences. In exchange, we seek individuals who are eager to enhance their skills and take pride in delivering excellent results and outstanding service to our customers.

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For the full list of winners, visit torus.co.uk/news/post/torus-colleagues-celebrated-torus-apprenticeship-awards