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CHARLIE WHITTRED 4 April 2022, Hospitality

Charlie and his new employer Geoff will be cooking up a storm for hundreds of Queensland kids on school camp every week at the awesome CYC Burleigh. When Geoff reached out to Divina, our Industry Consultant, looking for an honest, reliable and hardworking young person to join his team, she knew exactly who would fit the role.

KYE RAMSDEN 21 March 2022, Electrical Fitting

Kye started started his work experience block with Odyssey Marine Electrical mid 2021, found his passion for the marine industry, and never looked back. Owner of Odyssey, Jim Gray, was keen to sign Kye up as a school-based apprentice in electrical fitting and now Kye is part of the team.

CJ BLIGNAUT 21 March 2022, Plumber

CJ was signed-up with the energetic and dedicated team at Shark Plumbing. He put in the hours and proved his commitment working with Sharks throughout his summer holidays — reaping the reward when the apprenticeship contract was signed. Awesome work CJ, smashing goals academically (soon to finish Year 12) and now you are part of the Shark Plumbing crew.

PHOEBE DREW 29 November 2021, Companion Animal Services

Congratulations to Phoebe who is beginning an exciting career in the animal care industry with AAA Pet Resort! She has been signed-up into a schoolbased traineeship —Certificate III Companion Animal Services. After a couple of placements within the animal industry at doggy day cares and groomers, Phoebe knew she had found a career she was going to love.

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TOBY ROLFE 17 January 2022, Early Childhood Education and Care

Toby joined the team at Sanctuary Early Education Adventure in Ashmore as a school-based trainee. He began his journey by trying construction. Although he enjoyed it, and received great feedback, Toby followed his heart to the world of Early Childhood, Education and Care, which may eventually take him onto a career in teaching.

DELIBERATELY DIFFERENT.

EDDISON WALTER 30 March 2022, Carpentry

Eddie wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps as a builder. Matt at Oxley Contracting was looking for a schoolbased carpenter’s apprentice. When asked about how Eddie was doing, Matt replied — “What a ripper! When can we sign him up?” Great Work Eddie and thank you Matt — what a team they will make!

THYMIAS STENSON 13 December 2021, Carpentry

Thymias is a courageous, quiet achiever who is always driven to achieve his best and works hard as a result. He immersed himself in different industries including electrical, landscaping, automotive, and construction before finding a career path with Grambower Concreting. He has now been signed-up in a school-based apprenticeship as a carpenter.

OLIVER ROBERTSON 22 March 2022, Cabinet Making

Oliver tried trades including carpentry, landscaping and large construction. A cabinet maker, installing cupboards at his home, piqued his interest. Thompson Custom Cabinetry were looking to add to their team so Oliver tried work experience with them. They were so impressed they offered Oliver a school-based apprenticeship in cabinet making.

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HUNTER CASEY 7 March 2022, Plumber

Hunter achieved a school-based plumbing apprenticeship with Eco Earth Plumbing & Gas Fitting Sunshine Coast. He successfully completed his Certificate II in Plumbing which reinforced his aspiration towards a plumbing trade. Maria and Aaron Fisher, owners of Eco Earth Plumbing, have experienced Hunter’s growth first-hand and brought him on-board with their team.

ESTELLA RODIGHIERO 2 February 2022, Hairdressing

Stella represents everything the AITC stands for. Her hard work paid off as she was signed-up into a school-based hairdressing apprenticeship at Jazzy Lane Hair Studio. She showed courage by completing her sign-up after a recent life changing event. You are amazing and we are proud of you.

Bo has shown great maturity and strong commitment to succeed at the AITC. Her hard work and commitment to work experience was rewarded with a sign-up as a school-based apprentice with Holden Toowoomba. Bo is working with a team of factorytrained professionals and is sure to have an excellent career trajectory.

BO DANGERFIELD 10 January 2022, Light Vehicle Mechanical ETHAN JARRETT 28 March 2022, Heavy Transport Vehicle Mechanic

Ethan gained skills in the heavy vehicle maintenance industry and excelled at his Certificate II in Automotive at TAFE. He found a connection with a national company based locally, the Wideland Group. After work experience placements Ethan was offered a school-based apprenticeship, fulfilling his goal to become a heavy transport vehicle mechanic.

KAYLA LAMPE 10 January 2022, Plumbing

Kayla worked hard on developing her skills and her confidence grew dramatically through various industry experiences. She consistently demonstrates all the AITC values and works hard in all areas of her industry education. After recently completing work experience with the amazing team at Watson’s Plumbing and Gas she was rewarded with a school-based plumbing apprenticeship.

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BELLA MAUGER 4 January 2022, Barbering

Bella came to the AITC with a mature, confident attitude and excelled in her education. She consistently demonstrated a drive to succeed especially during her work experience placements. After exploring her passion for barbering through work experience placements she impressed Sarge with her enthusiasm and was rewarded with a barbering apprenticeship at Sarge’s Barbershop.

DELIBERATELY DIFFERENT.

DANIEL CHARD 21 March 2022, Electrician

Recently Daniel was signed-up in the electrical trade with Paul Wiedman Electrical. He showed that hard work and persistence definitely pays off — both in education and in industry. Daniel was able to show during his work experience blocks that he had the skills and tenacity for the industry and fit in well with the employer.

IZEIAH DASS 28 March 2022, Electrician

With every work experience opportunity Izeiah gained valuable skills on the tools and has always received positive feedback. It was Izeiah’s hard work and motivation to learn that has given him favour with this current employer. Corey, from E&C Electrical, was thrilled to offer him a school-based electrical apprenticeship and welcome him on board.

LACHLAN WRIGHT 21 February 2022, Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

A strong passion for heavy vehicles led Lachlan to the AITC— where he sought out an apprenticeship. Through his hard work, energy and devotedness, Lachlan has earned his dream job at Volvo as a heavy commercial vehicle mechanic. Volvo recognised the great potential in Lachlan by offering him a well-deserved school-based apprenticeship.

EDWARD PALMER 28 February 2022, Fitter/Welder

The smile on Edward’s face says it all — Edward was signed-up for his schoolbased apprenticeship as a fitter/welder with the Nicko Group, Capalaba. This is a big commitment for a young person in Year 11 and Edward has shown determination and commitment to his career path.

HARVEY TOMKINS 17 January 2022, Engineering—Mechanical Trade

Harvey set his sights on becoming a machinist and completed work experience with Shine Precision. After this he obtained part-time work during his education block and on weekends. His hard work paid off and he was offered a school-based apprenticeship in Engineering—Mechanical Trade.

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JAYDYN BAXTER 24 January 2022, Plumbing

Jaydyn never waivered from his decision to become a plumber. He completed work experience with Corey and the team at OA Plumbing and they challenged him to show he was ready to undertake a school-based apprenticeship. His determination paid off and now Jayden is signed-up as a schoolbased plumber’s apprentice.

ISAAC PRASSER 4 April 2022, Engineering (Fixed and Mobile Plant)

Isaac has been signed-up with Enerflex as their first ever school-based apprentice in engineering (fixed and mobile plant). On his first placement with the team Isaac showed fantastic levels of employability and skills. The leading hand was impressed with Isaac’s level of maturity and ability to engage with the work and the team.

NATHAN PORTER 4 April 2022, Plumbing

Nathan obtained a school-based plumbing apprenticeship with Blake Purity Plumbing. After amazing feedback from all of Nathan’s work experience placements it was only a matter of time before someone snapped him up. He always displays the best approach with his attitude, aptitude and drive, to be a great asset to any business.

HANNAH RATTEY 15 March 2022, Cabinet Maker

Since Hannah was five she enjoyed putting Ikea flatpacks together. So it’s no surprise Hannah is being signed-up as an apprentice cabinet maker with Spoke Joinery (Quadric). Hannah is a young person who has stood out from her selection day and has continued to impress both staff and employers throughout her journey at the AITC.

JAYME GRIEVE 9 March 2022, Hairdressing

Congratulations to Jayme on her school-based hairdressing apprenticeship with Gaye’s Hair fashions. Jayme spent her work experience with many hairdressers before signing-up with a powerhouse in the hairdressing scene in Ipswich. Jayme’s hard work and attention to detail will ensure her success long into her career in the hair and beauty industry.

LACHLAN JENDRA 7 February 2022, Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Lachlan was signed-up into a school-based apprenticeship in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology with Black Truck & Ag in Gatton. After completing a work experience placement with the company, and receiving great feedback, Terry said he was a great fit for the team and was keen to sign him up.

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