SIGN-UPS

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Here we celebrate the outstanding performances of our young people, displaying a selection of sign-up photos during 2021. To see more of these momentous achievements, see our social platforms.

ADAM SENEKAL

13 September 2021 + Plumber

Adam hit the ground running doing work experience—trying tiling and plumbing. His next work experience block was with a local plumber Steve Johansen at Water Leak Detective. Steve noticed Adam’s keenness to learn and that his enthusiastic personality would make him the ideal plumber’s apprentice.

ALEX CORBETT

20 September 2021 + Electrical

Alex engaged with the work experience program with a positive and motivated attitude. Taking advantage of every opportunity to engage with Industry, Alex built her network and as a result her hard work paid off. Alex successfully achieved her goal with a sign-up into a school-based electrical apprenticeship with GrainCorp.

JACKSON COLES

9 August 2021 + Welder/Boilermaker

Jackson set goals to work in the engineering industry. He worked with Dave and the team at Ipswich & District Welding for one industry block and demonstrated this was the trade for him. Dave saw that Jackson was a good fit for the team and quickly signed him up as an apprentice welder/boilermaker.

ELLIOTT PELL

6 September 2021 + Electrician

Elliott worked hard, stayed motivated, and remained keen for an opportunity to find work as an apprentice electrician. He began doing some work experience with Dan the Sparky Man. Dan was impressed with Elliott’s hard work and dedication and now Elliott is a school-based apprentice.

GEORGIA PHILLIPS

20 September 2021 +

Carpentry

Georgia came to the AITC with a clear objective; to secure an apprenticeship with an employer that does everything. Georgia was connected with an employer who builds houses completely from the ground up. Sureline Building was after someone with high standards and a keenness to learn. Together they make a great team.

DELIBERATELY DIFFERENT.

GEORGIA KELLAM

14 September 2021 + Automotive

and Marine Trimming Technology

Georgia explored her options in heavy diesel and decided to revisit automotive trimming, an idea she had considered but not tried when she first came to the AITC. After only a couple of weeks it was clear this was her perfect match with Chris and the team at Evan’s Trim Shop.

CHLOE YOUNG

29 July 2021 + Animal Studies

Chloe was signed-up into a school-based traineeship with Centenary Vet Clinic & Hospital. She completed her work experience placement with Dr Michael and the team and really enjoyed it. Chloe is now signed into a Certificate II in Animal Studies with the intention of becoming a vet nurse in the future.

JACK YOUNG

21 September 2021 + Light Vehicle Mechanical

Jack made the most of each work experience opportunity throughout his time at the AITC. Taking the time to trial various industry opportunities allowed Jack to find the right career fit. Jack has been signed into a school-based apprenticeship —Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology with the Armstrong Auto Group.

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JACOB CLEELAND

20 September 2021 + Boilermaker

Jacob liked the area of engineering and when he started his placement with J A Evans & Co he was comfortable from the start. Paul decided Jacob was a good fit for the company and now Jacob is signed-up as an apprentice boilermaker.

JORDAN WALKER

6 September 2021 + Carpentry

With Jordan’s determination and spirit, we knew it wouldn’t be long until he impressed an employer. James from JT Building Projects noticed this during Jordan’s first work experience block and Jordan was signed-up as an apprentice carpenter.

Chris from Ultra Tune reached out to the AITC team looking for a new automotive apprentice. Jorji jumped at the opportunity and showed Chris she was the right person to fill that job. She exercises initiative with excellent self-management skills and has keen aptitude for technical matters.

JOSEPH ANDERSON

5 October 2021 + Metal & Engineering

Growing up on a rural property in Northern Queensland meant that Joe came to the AITC with a wealth of experience, a great work ethic and a positive can-do attitude. It was only a matter of time before Joe found his ‘fit’ in industry with the team at Gessner Farm and Earthmoving Equipment.

JORJI NICHOLSON

13 September 2021 +

Automotive Electrical Technology JORJIE COUGHRAN

6 September 2021 +

Animal Care Services

Jorjie recently commenced her Certificate III in Animal Care Services with Pets Wonderland in Currumbin. From the outset Jorjie never failed to impress supervisors with her tenacious work ethic and ambitious attitude. Enrique from Pets Wonderland was thrilled to welcome Jorjie to the team, praising her hard work and initiative.

JOSHUA LEWIS

20 September 2021 + Light Vehicle Mechanical Marjac Automotive – the Repco Authorised Car Service Maroochydore, was impressed by Josh. This employer stated it is “refreshing to have a young person like Joshua for work experience. He is switched on and adapts well to different situations.” He is now a school-based apprentice.

DELIBERATELY DIFFERENT.

HARRY CHITTICK

23 August 2021 + Electrician Harry was signed-up into his Cert III Electrotechnology with Sparky 4 You. Harry has shown great courage, resilience and determination so far on his AITC journey. His new employer saw Harry’s potential from the first day of his placement and stated that it was Harry’s positive attitude and interpersonal skills that won him over.

KEELEY TILBROOK

20 September 2021 + Electrical

Keeley had four different employers for work experience and each were impressed by Keeley’s work ethic and enthusiasm. Even though she had a couple of job offers Keeley felt like she fit best with the team at Dawson Electric and is looking forward to a bright future in the electrical trade.

LARZ VAN BENNEKOM

6 September 2021 + Carpentry

What a journey Larz has been on—he has tried a few different trades including, electrical, fencing, auto, marine and gas. However after trying carpentry his career journey began. One work experience block with Maddison Constructions and he was signed-up as a carpenter’s apprentice.

OLIVER BERGMAN

27 September 2021 +

Automotive Electrical Technology

Oliver would often say “auto electrical is the future, and I want an apprenticeship”. After completing work experience at Car Sparks Australia, Oliver and his boss, Chris knew it was a good fit. Chris said “I am excited to have Oliver as a school-based apprentice in my growing business!”

RYAN COLLETT

22 September 2021 + Electrician With every work experience opportunity Ryan gained valuable skills on the tools and has always acted on the advice of his supervisors. It was Ryan’s hard work and motivation which impressed his current employer at Switch Box Pty Ltd. Ben commented that Ryan was a perfect fit for his company.