From the age of 8, Kerrie knew the automotive industry was the career for her. 41 years after starting her apprenticeship at Fitzroy Automotive, she’s now Managing Director and a Women in Automotive Ambassador.
From the age of 8, Kerrie knew the automotive industry was the career for her. 41 years after starting her apprenticeship at Fitzroy Automotive, she’s now Managing Director and a Women in Automotive Ambassador.
From the time she started at Repairhub, Emma knew she wanted to complete an apprenticeship. Now halfway through MITO - Te Pūkenga’s New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Refinishing (Level 3 and 4), she’s loving learning on-the-job.
Henson and Murray Engine Rebuilders staff member, Nichollas (Nick) was awarded a MITO Kickstart scholarship which funded his training for the MITO – Te Pūkenga New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Machining (Level 4).
MITO Alumni Māori scholarship recipient Shanel is currently leveling up her career with the MITO – Te Pūkenga New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5).
Scholarship recipient Ben is upskilling with MITO – Te Pūkenga's New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5).
With the help of a MITO - Te Pūkenga scholarship, Sam is upskilling with the New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair (Structural Repair) (Level 5).
Peter has been working as an equipment technician for two years and is hoping to finish his MITO - Te Pūkenga apprenticeship by the end of the year. We had a chat about his experience as an apprentice in the heavy automotive industry.
At only 18 years old, Sidney has already begun an impressive career path in the automotive industry, proving that “trades are not gender specific.”
Tom was stoked to find an apprentice through SpeedMeet. Olivia is now another amazing woman working in the automotive industry.