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Get to knowthe team at Warm for Life
Russell Bowen
Director
I left school to join the Royal Navy at the age of 17 and spent 13 years travelling and visiting the world as a Seaman Specialist.
After that, I decided it was time for a career change, and put myself through an apprenticeship. I gained an NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Plumbing, Heating and Gas, meeting my fellow Warm for Life Director, Mark, whilst at college.
After qualifying, I worked alongside Mark for many years and eventually, we decided to join forces - and we’ve never looked back! Since setting up Warm for Life in 2014, we’ve already trained 2 apprentices and I’d like to keep growing the company so we have six to eight of us in the team going forward.
When I’m not working, I love going on adventures at weekends with my young daughter and spending time with my family.
Mark Vincent
Director
I started my career selling plumbing and heating parts after I left school aged 16.
At 21, I embarked on an apprenticeship and first met my fellow Warm for Life Director, Russ, at college.
After qualifying with an NVQ Level 3 and Gas Safe registration, I worked for other companies until the recession hit. I was made redundant in 2007, and decided to go it alone. After a few years working separately as sole traders, Russ and I went into business together and Warm for Life was born in 2014! The company has gone from strength to strength since then and we’re very excited about what the future holds.
Outside work, I spend most of my time with my partner and three young kids, although I also enjoy kickboxing when I get a spare moment (which isn’t often!).
Pete Siddons
Service Manager
I’ve been in the plumbing and heating trade for the past 20 years, gaining a lot of knowledge along the way.
I’m qualified to work on domestic gas appliances and unvented systems, and am Gas Safe registered.
When I’m not repairing or servicing with Warm for Life, I enjoy spending time with my partner and three boys.
Jake Gray
Gas Engineer Apprentice
My name is Jake and I’m 16. I joined Warm for Life at the beginning of August 2019. Currently, I am a plumber and gas engineer apprentice, which I am thoroughly enjoying.
In my spare time I enjoy playing football with my mates, playing golf with my Dad and spending time at the gym. I also enjoy socialising with my mates at weekends and especially going out for food.
Ricky Turner
Plumber / Gas Engineer
After leaving school aged 16, I enrolled in a plumbing course at college.
In 2007 I got my first job as plumber/gas engineer apprentice.
As of 2011 I became a qualified plumber and gas engineer also being qualified with un-vented systems. To this day I still continue to enjoy doing what I do!
As of August 2020 I was given the opportunity to work for Warm for Life, starting a new chapter.
Besides plumbing in the week! I enjoy my weekends spending time with my wife and daughter.