Jim Wheatley calls it a day

After 47 years in the industry, Jim Wheatley of McKeon Group has decided to step down and enjoy his retirement. Widely-known and respected both within McKeon Group and the industry at large, Jim is a keen advocate for continuous education, up-skilling and mentoring. More than anything else he believes that clear and honest communication is key to all successful business relationships.

In looking back over the past five decades Jim’s career fully reflects these values. He entered the industry in 1977 on a plumbing apprenticeship with Guinness Brewery in St James Gate, Dublin. While with Guinness, he successfully completed his trade examinations and the Institute of Domestic Heating Engineering (IDHE) Diploma course in Bolton St College of Technology.

Following his apprenticeship in the brewery, Jim spent two years with a general plumbing contractor on residential and light commercial/ industrial installations. He also had a 6-month spell on contract with Team Aer Lingus at Dublin airport. Throughout this time, he completed the City & Guilds of London Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing, again delivered by Bolton Street College of Technology.

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