JJ Smith has been shortlisted for the Developing Future Skills Award at the 2025 Knowsley Business Awards.
The nomination recognises the company's ongoing commitment to investing in people – from apprenticeships and hands-on training, to supporting continuous development across every department.
As a fourth-generation family business with more than 100 years of history in Knowsley, JJ Smith is passionate about building skills for the future and helping to inspire the next generation of engineers and industry professionals.
Developing future skills is not just part of its business strategy, it’s part of its heritage. Over the years, JJ Smith has built strong partnerships with local schools, colleges, and training providers to create real pathways into manufacturing and construction careers.
By combining hands-on experience with access to cutting-edge woodworking machinery technology, JJ Smith aims to equip its people with the expertise needed to drive innovation in woodworking and off-site construction machinery.
The Knowsley Business Awards will take place on 27th November this year, celebrating the outstanding achievements of businesses across the borough.
