Growing up in Northern Ireland, Mark Millar initially wanted to be a chef, but after completing an apprenticeship in carpentry, Mark’s career was set. Moving to England saw him approached to star in the first series of DIY SOS, but due to the amount of private work he had, he had to decline.

Mark Miller DIY SOS

But when they asked him again six years later, in 2005, Mark was able to say yes, this time working as a carpenter and project manager. Over 15 years later, the show is one of the most watched programmes on television, attracting up to 10 million viewers at times, and has evolved to include DIY SOS: The Big Build.

He is just one of the personalities we have from the programme including Gabrielle Omar and electrician Billy Byrne

He left the programme in 2018 in order to present Channel 5’s primetime show Dream Kitchens and Bathrooms with Mark Millar (2021-2022).

Mark is frequently asked to appear on radio and TV programmes to share his building and DIY expertise, including Children in Need (2020), The One Show (2019-2020) and the documentary How Safe Is Your House (2014). His charming personality has seen him delight audiences on quiz shows such as Pointless Celebrities in 2012.

Away from building, Mark is hugely passionate about the natural world and the outdoors; he once won the all-Irish diving championships and is a keen wild swimmer and kayaker – the latter of which he has taken to new extremes by kayaking some of the world’s most dangerous rivers.

Mark Miller on Social Media

He has an ever-growing online presence of over 16,000 across multiple social media platforms, where he shares behind-the-scenes looks at his television responsibilities and building tips and tricks.

Mark Miller Speaking Topics

– TV Production

– Carpentry

– Building Management

– Presenting

– The Natural World

Mark Miller Building Industry Recruitment Ambassador

In 2018, Mark participated in East Yorkshire’s ‘Foundation Live’, a combination of two industry events promoting a sustainable workforce. It was stated that year that people in their 20s no longer felt construction was enticing enough, with the profession dropping out of the top 10 popular careers for the first time in six years. Foundations Live combined a networking event for industry professionals to meet and share information and a careers event for people of all ages to encourage the next generation of construction workers. During his attendance, Mark provided a keynote speech and hosted a panel of construction professionals working to discover the most significant issues in the industry.

Mark’s humorous, cheeky and witty nature make him a favourite with television viewers and live event goers. He is full of energy and passion for the sustainability of the construction industry.

Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book DIY SOS TV carpenter presenter and project manager Mark Millar for your corporate event.

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