JMD Training

30/03/2026

💚 JMD Team Takes on the Mighty Hike for Macmillan! 🚶 🥾

This has been a really hard year with losing Maire and in her honour we are proud to announce that the JMD team will be taking part in the Giants Causeway Mighty Half Marathon Hike on 20th June to support Macmillan Cancer Support.

This incredible challenge will see our team hike along the stunning Giants Causeway coastal route, all while raising vital funds for people living with cancer and their families.

Every step we take helps Macmillan continue providing essential support, care, and guidance to those who need it most.

https://mightyhikesfundraising.macmillan.org.uk/fundraising/jmd-s-fundraising-page?edit=page

💚 How you can support us:

👉 Donate to help us reach our fundraising goal

👉 Share this post to spread the word

👉 Cheer us on as we take on the challenge!

Together, we can make a difference.

Support my Mighty Hike challenge for people living with cancer

25/03/2026

Natalie and Lynne had a fantastic time attending the Women in Construction Northern Ireland event at the Dunadry Hotel.
The event was brilliantly hosted by Sarah Travers and expertly run by CITB Northern Ireland, bringing together inspiring voices including Michaela Wain from across the industry. A great opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the achievements of women in construction! 👷‍♀️✨

23/03/2026

Exciting news 🎉

We’re delighted to announce that JMD Training has been shortlisted for Training Provider of the Year at the SHE Awards 2026.

This is a testament to the passion of our team and the trust our clients place in us every day.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey so far.

20/03/2026

Due to high demand, we’ve added TWO extra First Aid training dates to our schedule! 🙌
If you missed out the first time or have been meaning to book, now’s your chance to secure a spot.
Places are limited and filling quickly.

Get in touch or book now to avoid missing out.
☎️ 02890664304
💻 info@jmdtraining.com

18/03/2026

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17/03/2026

🍀 St Patrick’s Day Closure Notice 🍀

Happy St Patrick’s Day!

Please note that we will be closed for St Patrick’s Day. Our team will be taking a short break and will reopen on Wednesday 18th March.

We look forward to supporting you with your health and safety training when we return.

Have a safe and enjoyable St Patrick’s Day! ☘️

13/03/2026

Another great week of training and some fantastic feedback from our learners! We’ve pulled together a short video highlighting some of the great comments we received this week. 🎥

👏 A big well done to the team from Odyssey who recently completed their IOSH Managing Safely course. It was great to see such strong engagement and commitment to improving workplace safety.

⛑️ Congratulations to K2 Scaffolding for successfully completing their First Aid at Work training. Building the confidence and skills to respond in an emergency is vital on site.

📍 And finally, a shoutout to our learners at Belfast Met who took part in the IOSH Managing Safely course. Thank you for the brilliant participation and feedback throughout the programme.

Watch the video below to hear what our learners had to say! 👇

11/03/2026

🐣🌸 EASTER RAFFLE FOR MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT 🌸🐣

We’re excited to announce our Easter Raffle starts today!

This year we are raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support to help people living with cancer get the support they need.

🎟 Raffle tickets available now!

💚 Every ticket helps support an amazing cause

Join us in making a difference this Easter and grab your tickets to help support those affected by cancer.

📅 Draw Date: Wednesday 1st April

💷 Tickets: £2 for one or a strip of 5 for £5

📍 Available from: JMD Training Office

🐣 Thank you for your support!

09/03/2026

🌟Meet the team Mondays🌟

We would like to take this opportunity to welcome our newest team member Juno Clarke and let you all find out a little more about her!

Juno has been with us for a few weeks now as a new employee however she is no stranger to JMD Training. With a passion for knowledge Juno has completed many training courses with JMD Training. You can expect to see Juno in the office and developing her skills further in the training room over the coming months.

I know you will all make her feel incredibly welcome! 😊

1. What’s your favourite part about working here, and why?

So far, my favourite part is definitely the amazing team of people I get to work with. I was a bit nervous about fitting in to such a close-knit and well-oiled team, but everyone has been so welcoming. It turns out they’re all a bit mad -and I love it, it makes coming to work everyday very enjoyable.





2. If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?

I’d love to be like Dr Dolittle and be able to talk to animals.



3. What’s one skill you’d love to learn?

I want to learn to operate a tower crane.



4. How do you like to unwind after a busy day?

I knit, crochet, sew, or cross stitch most evenings, but my favourite ‘self-care’ activity is getting tattoos.

08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate an incredible woman whose vision, determination, and leadership continue to shape the future of our business – Maire Donnelly.

One of Maire’s greatest strengths was her ability to see opportunities where others see challenges. Understanding that changes in the construction industry could impact older members of the workforce the most, she developed innovative NVQ programmes designed to remove barriers for candidates. By focusing on practical, on-site assessments with minimal written work and no reliance on technology, these programmes have allowed hundreds of experienced workers to gain the recognition they deserve.

But Maire’s impact goes far beyond programme development. She is the heart of JMD Training, fostering a supportive, family-like culture where every team member’s ideas are valued. She championed innovative thinking, encouraged creativity, and ensured the business continues to evolve alongside industry needs.

Throughout the years, Maire mentored many young men and women starting out in their careers — offering guidance, opening doors to opportunities, and always being there with advice and support.

A business owner, a wife, a mother, and a grandmother, Maire gave everyone her all.

Maire's leadership, compassion, and commitment to helping others succeed make her a truly inspiring example for us all.

At JMD Training we have a superb team of women who were incredibly lucky, they were taught by the best and they carry those lessons with them everyday!

This International Women’s Day, we’re proud to celebrate the dedication, commitment, care, and compassion shown every single day by Natalie Laverty, Lynne Donnelly, Annemarie Gillen, Claire Collins, Patricia Baloghova, Sophia Murinova and Juno Clarke.

Your hard work, kindness, and professionalism make a real difference, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything you do.

Well done to each of you, you are all truly amazing!

26/02/2026

24/02/2026

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Maire Donnelly.

Maire was truly a force of nature, an exceptional leader with an incredible mind for business and a smile that lit up every room.

She led JMD with unwavering dedication and heart, never too busy for a cup of tea and a chat and always putting others before herself.

As a team, we will miss her more than words can express. Her leadership, warmth, and spirit will remain at the heart of all we do.

Our thoughts and prayers are with her entire family circle at this very difficult time.