Philip Broadbent from Ngatea Panelbeaters talks to us about what training apprentices means for his workshop, including his own son.
Toni Harris is well on her way to being a fully qualified Automotive Technician, completing MITO’s New Zealand Certificate in Light Vehicle Engineering (Level 3 and 4).
Samuel Broadbent and his dad Phillip have a lot in common, both interested in cars, rally driving and working at Phillip’s shop Ngatea Panelbeaters, this father and son are quite the duo.
"We have a very low turnaround of staff and have technicians who have been here for 40+ years. But you’ve got to train them from the get-go. When hiring and training an apprentice you’re investing in your company’s future, it is definitely worth it."
The Covid-19 pandemic was the catalyst for Engelbert Barlongo undertaking a MITO automotive apprenticeship.
“The biggest thing I’ve done is give insight to the people at Te Pūkenga into what it is like to be a learner that is work-based." Latif Robinson, member of the learner leadership group with Te Pūkenga.
Ben Fretwell has earned many accolades in his career, from Hyundai Pinnacle Programme recipient to two Apprentice of the Year awards, and has paved his way for a successful career in the automotive industry.
Charlotte didn’t always know she wanted to work in the automotive industry, but when she got her first job driving tractors in Blenheim, she knew she was on the right path.
Samantha Wasley has been working at Malcolm Cab Solutions for over nine years. She has recently completed MITO’s New Zealand Certificate in Coachbuilding (Level 3).
