Hunter Skillaroos to compete in Canada

Description

Shared by: lindayy

Tags

Hunter, Skillaroos, to, compete, in, Canada

Stats

views:: 5
posted:: 4/25/2010
language:: English
pages:: 3

Public Domain

Document Sample

Newcastle Herald
Friday 7/8/2009 Brief: WSKILLS
Page: 4 Page 1 of 3
Section: TV Guide
Region: Newcastle NSW Circulation: 49,880
Type: Regional
Size: 716.93 sq.cms.
Frequency: MTWTFS-

world skills Hunter Skillaroos to compete in Canada
Australia

Mitchell Edwards Nash Mason
Trade - Refrigeration
Trade - Detailed Joinery & Shopfitting Competiton Year - 2009
Competiton Year - 2009 Region - Hunter
Region - Hunter
Employer - Hastie Services
Employer - Ivan John Mesaric
How did you get into the industry?
How did you get into the industry? I got in to the industry through work experience at high school.
I started my apprenticeship in 2005 after completing and
I went to M&H to do work experience as an electrician and
enjoying two weeks of work experience with my current
found refrigeration much more interesting. From work experience I was asked if I
employer, Ivan John Mesaric. would like to start a trade in the industry of refrigeration.
Would you recommend a trade/skill based career to others? Would you recommend a trade/skill based career to others?
Yes, definitely, it's a great experience and has the potential to open doors for Yes, I would recommend the trade of refrigeration to everyone as you gain a variety
other opportunities. of skills which include pumping, electrical, sheet metal, and refrigeration. All of
these skills are needed to be a good trades person in the refrigeration industry.
How has WorldSkills Australia helped you so far personally &
professionally? How has WorldSkills Australia helped you so far personally & professionally?
WorldSkills Australia has given me the confidence to believe in myself on the job
The WSA competitions have assisted in developing and widening my range of
and at home. The competition has shown me that I have what it takes to be a good
skills to apply to my job, I also feel more confident in my trade. tradesman and not to doubt my judgement. It has also given me the chance to go
Would you recommend others participate in the WorldSkills to Germany in October 2008, to visit the largest Refrigeration Expo in the world as
a prize for winning gold at the WorldSkills National Competition.
Competitions?
Yes, as I have really enjoyed the experiences and opportunities that have been Would you recommend others participate in the WorldSkills Competitions?
I would recommend to every single young skilled worker to go ahead and compete
given to me. I am pleased to be building on my skills to better myself and
in a WorldSkills Competition in their chosen industry as it has opened up many
further my career.
opportunities.
What do you enjoy most about your job? What do you enjoy most about your job?
It is a good feeling to see a job well finished. I'm never in the same spot every day. I enjoy seeing all different work places and
each day always brings something different.
What do you hope to achieve in both short and long terms of your
career? What do you hope to achieve in both short and long terms of your career?
In the short term I hope to gain my trades certificate and license and in the long
In the short term I would like to finish my apprenticeship and in the long term I
term I want to always be learning and would like to run my own business.
would like to become a teacher or 'boss' in the joinery trade.

Achievements Achievements
Hunter Regional Competition 2007: Gold
Hunter Regional Competition 2007: Gold
National Competition 2008: Gold
National Competition 2008: Gold

want to achieve more in my career.
Justin Laidlaw Would you recommend others participate in the WorldSkills
Trade - Car Painting Competitions?
Competiton Year - 2009 Yes. I personally was recommended by fellow work mates and family to enter
Region - Hunter the Competition - I would encourage anyone eligible to give it a go. The WSA
Employer - Anthony Paterson Novocastrian Smash National Competition was a very good experience.
Repairs, Kotara What do you enjoy most about your job?
How did you get into the industry? I enjoy seeing the finished result and seeing the look of a satisfied customer.
I have always had a huge interest in cars and Vehicle What do you hope to achieve in both short and long terms of your
Painting really appealed to me. I thought combining the two a good fit for me career?
Would you recommend a trade/skill based career to others? In the short term I want to achieve my best on the International stage and
Yes! I find my job in the Vehicle Painting industry very enjoyable, fun and win a gold medal in Calgary, Canada. In the long term I would like to be an
mentally stimulating. airbrush artist.
How has WorldSkills Australia helped you so far personally &
professionally? Achievements
Being involved in the WorldSkills Australia Competitions has helped me gain Hunter Regional Competition 2007: Gold
skills in a vehicle painting product I have not used in my work before. Also National Competition 2008: Gold
I believe the experience of competing in the competition has pushed me to

Copyright Agency Limited (CAL) licenced copy Ref: 55260344
Newcastle Herald
Friday 7/8/2009 Brief: WSKILLS
Page: 4 Page 2 of 3
Section: TV Guide
Region: Newcastle NSW Circulation: 49,880
Type: Regional
Size: 716.93 sq.cms.
Frequency: MTWTFS-

1 >

skillaroos
The WorldSkills International Competition is the pinnacle of a com
young Australian's display of skills excellence. WorldSkills Australia competitions operate on a two year cycle.
The Australian Team, labelled the Skillaroos, is provided Regional competitions flow into National competitions and
time and resources to train and prepare for the International winners, if eligible, will advance to the International Competition
Competition. The team also consists of category experts, team to represent their country.
leaders and trainers who dedicate their time and knowledge
Projects of each competition category are carefully designed
to the preparation of each competitor. These experts help
and judged by industry experts to align with the current training
expose our best skill advocates to new developments in other
and education provided within Australia's VET system.
countries including new materials, tools and improved training
techniques. To date, WSA has seen over 50,000 young Australians
WorldSkills Australia is one of 49 countries participating on the participate in the various competitions over 25 years.
global stage, which is also known as the Skills Olympics. The
competition usually runs for 4 days in the chosen host country
with conjunct events such as a welcome function, the opening Why compete?
ceremony and the closing ceremony. Australia is currently Young Australians who enter the WorldSkills Competitions:
ranked in the 5th position against the rest of the world and Receive recognition within their schools, training providers,
aims to improve from each round of Skillaroos. local community and media, industries and potential
Competitors have had to advance from regional and national employers
levels to prove their commitment and skills in their chosen field May have the opportunity to travel, network and meet others
and the International Competition is the ultimate test. Member from across Australia and have the experience of a lifetime
of the Skillaroos become ambassadors not only for their skill, Will be able to measure their skills against others and bring
but also their home, state and country. home new techniques and methods
May have the chance to gain an international pathway
The next International Competition is to be held in Calgary, through a scholarship or the International Competition
Canada from 1-7 September 2009. http://www.worldskills2009.

Copyright Agency Limited (CAL) licenced copy Ref: 55260344
Newcastle Herald
Friday 7/8/2009 Brief: WSKILLS
Page: 4 Page 3 of 3
Section: TV Guide
Region: Newcastle NSW Circulation: 49,880
Type: Regional
Size: 716.93 sq.cms.
Frequency: MTWTFS-

Do You Have What It Takes To Be A competed in a 2009 Regional competition.
2. Regional committees will be responsible for nominating
Worldskills Champion? their most appropriate competitor for the National
Why should I compete? competition.
3. There is no guarantee of any pathway following the
What is the WorldSkills Australia Regional Competition? Regional or National Competition.
The WorldSkills Australia Regional competition is a All applicants must...
challenge. A challenge to be the best in your skill area!
1. Either work, live or study in the region where they apply
Competitions aim to test your skills against those of your
for entry into competition.
peers. It will inspire you to be the best you can be. One day
2. Have the approval of their employer to participate for the
of competition will see how well you know the skills of your
one day of competition.
job.
3. Undertake to abide by the rules of competition.
Why would you want to compete?
This is an incredible opportunity. WorldSkills Australia
competitions allow you to measure your work performance.
Competition feedback can tell you a lot about yourself,
in particular where you need extra training and what your
strengths are. Results are a great way to get noticed at
work and you may want to use the external feedback about
your skills and abilities at your next work performance
review.
Competition results will make you stand out! Giving it a go
shows you to be an employee dedicated to improving your
skills and willing to tough it out in a competition against the
best in your field.
Am I eligible to enter? Cnniact
To be eligible for the 2009 Regional Competition, Steven Harnery
competitors must be born on or after 1 January 1986. To be an 49 229 92fi
age eligible for the 2010 National Competition competitors Email:
must be born on or after 1 January 1986. The age ruling for
slewen.harnery@del.nsw.
at the International Competition in London 2011 is that all Mum
competitors must be born on or after 1 January 1989.
What if I win?
p1a irFar
If you win the Regional Competition you may be eligible to
progress to the National Competition in 2010.
w `bn
O i
r 0. rr r
y

Guidelines:
1. All 2010 National Competition competitors must have