SELECT stalwarts Alick and John are made Honorary Members of the association

Two long-serving SELECT stalwarts have been awarded Honorary Membership in recognition of their outstanding dedication to the association and the wider electrotechnical industry.

Past Presidents Alick Smith and John Noble received their awards at the association’s 2026 AGM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Queensferry on Thursday 4 June.

John joined the Central Board as a representative of the Edinburgh & South East Scotland Branch in 1993 and served as SELECT President between 2011 and 2014. 

He was also a Trustee of the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) and member of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) and was awarded the SELECT Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024. 

Before presenting him with his certificate, new President Darren Crockett said: “John has been a faithful servant of SELECT for more than 30 years, during which he has contributed hugely to both the association and all parts of the electrotechnical sector.



“John’s professionalism, attention to detail and genuine commitment to achieving the best outcomes consistently stood out and we are grateful for the service he provided.”

Alick joined Central Board in 1995 and was elected as President in 2009. As well as serving as Convener of the Employment Affairs Committee, he was also the SJIB employer lead for more than 15 years and received the SELECT Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023.

Presenting him with his certificate, Darren told the assembled guests: “Alick has been a fantastic representative of our organisation during his service and has shown outstanding dedication and expertise in wage negotiations within the electrical sector. 

“His deep industry knowledge, balanced approach and strong advocacy have consistently helped deliver fair and sustainable outcomes, and his professionalism and commitment have earned him the trust and respect of colleagues and stakeholders alike.”



• The picture above shows Alick and John in the front row of the Central Board meeting in Inverness in 2009.