“Beginning his apprenticeship as a mature age student in 2021, he was inspired by his father, an electrician working FIFO near Uluru, to pursue a trade. Zelman’s connection to his community and extended family is deeply rooted in his cultural heritage. A significant moment in his life occurred in2015 when he participated in a culturally… Read more
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Earlier this week, the Apprenticeship Employment Network (AEN) released a discussion paper emphasising the role of Victorian schools, TAFEs, and Group Training Organisations (GTOs) in addressing critical skills shortages. Victoria, like the rest of Australia, faces a critical shortage of skilled workers in sectors such as construction, healthcare, and manufacturing. These industries are crucial to… Read more
“The School-Based Apprenticeship Certificate II in Horticulture Program has been offered to the school by Westvic Staffing Solutions in collaboration with South West Tafe since 2019 and it is a wonderful program that allows students to build real life work skills in this industry. Westvic Staffing Solutions source and gain Host Employers to support student… Read more
“Roxie is the pivotal force within the GTO at NECA Education & Careers. She has a tsunami of information that hits her desk every day, every hour of the week. Hosts, apprentices, parents, teachers, RTO staff, finance and payroll, return to work requests, the events committee and awards organisation, protect applications are but of a… Read more
“Stowe Australia is the leading family-owned electrical and communications contractor in Australia. Stowe today employs more than 1,500 full-time staff across Australia with an annual turnover exceeding $500M, including 139 active electrical apprentices in Victoria – all through NECA Education & Careers GTO. This strategy enables Stowe to cover both their long-term workforce planning needs… Read more
The GTO Industry Collaboration Award honours a host employer demonstrating exceptional collaboration with a Victorian Group Training Organisation. It celebrates efforts to build partnerships that enhance training, meet industry needs, and drive workforce development through innovative solutions and improved outcomes for both the organisation and the GTO. 2024 – Stowe Australia – NECA Education &… Read more
Dean’s journey began as an apprentice himself, where he quickly recognised the immense value of hands-on experience and technical skills training. His passion for helping young people pursue meaningful career paths through apprenticeships has been unwavering. Throughout his career, Dean has championed the belief that apprenticeships are vital for equipping young people with the skills… Read more
Paul Scofield has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to vocational training and education. Affectionately known as “Dr Paul” within the IntoWork Group, he began his career in 1992 as a Trainingand Development Officer with Inner Northern Group Training. At that time, the organisationemployed just 11 staff and 151 apprentices. Over the years, he has witnessed its… Read more
Di Menz is the CEO of Sunraysia and Murray Group Training (SMGT) and Murray Mallee Group Training (MMTC), two key organizations in the field of vocational training and employment services in Victoria’s north. Di has dedicated 30 years to these organisations, significantly shaping their growth and impact. She became CEO in 2017, bringing a wealth… Read more
Tony Zaghet commenced with Gippsland Group Training in January 1992 as a Trade Trainer delivering “Front – End – Training” to new automotive apprentices. During this time Tony helped close to 400 young people transition from school to employment. Tony setup the Automotive Training Centre in Morwell where he delivered Automotive Training in a real… Read more