Bryn Jones

Lecturer and World Skills Training Manager

Grwp Llandrillo-Menai & WorldSkills UK

About the Speaker

Bryn Jones is an Engineering Lecturer at Coleg Menai and the WorldSkills UK Training Manager for Additive Manufacturing. He specialises in CAD, 3D printing, and advanced manufacturing, helping students and competitors develop industry-ready skills through real-world projects, national and international competitions. Bryn is passionate about bridging education and industry, using innovative technologies and authentic engineering challenges to inspire the next generation of engineers and designers across Wales and the UK.

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Additive Manufacturing – Why It’s Now a WorldSkill

Thursday, Jun 4, 2026

10:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Europe/London

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Additive Manufacturing – Why It’s Now a WorldSkill

How do we motivate young people to build the additive manufacturing skills and confidence the sector needs for the future? WorldSkills - often called the “Skills Olympics” - is accelerating technical development through real‑world, competition‑based training. Since AM joined the programme, participation and capability have grown rapidly across the UK. This session explores the competition’s journey and what we’ve learned from watching young competitors push themselves technically and personally.

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Bryn Jones

Lecturer and World Skills Training Manager, Grwp Llandrillo-Menai & WorldSkills UK