2020 Award Winners
2020 Apprentice of the Year - Winner
Madison Lailey
Employed by Barmera Hotel Motel
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Madison is employed at the Barmera Hotel and is completing Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. He has a passion for cooking and shows talent and ability in the industry. On completing his apprenticeship, Madison intends to continue vocational training with a business qualification to further his career in the industry he loves.
Jakob Johinke-Milich
Employed by TWG Loxton
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade
Jakob is an apprentice fitter and turner at TWG Loxton. He values the opportunity his training provides, and plans to continue vocational training with dual trade as a fitter and welder in the future. Jakob aspires to become a supervisor at TWG, and support new apprentices into the future.
2020 Apprentice of the Year - Runner Up
Briley Gibbs
Employed by Statewide Group Training hosted by Ben’s Constructions
RTO – North East Vocational College
Certificate III in Carpentry
Briley is employed by Ben’s Constructions and enrolled in Certificate III in Carpentry. He values learning and self-growth, as well as the hands-on training his apprenticeship has provided. Briley intends to continue his training pathway with a business course once his apprenticeship has been completed.
2020 Trainee of the Year - Winner
Bianca Shephard
Employed by Loxton District Children’s Centre
RTO – TAFE SA
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Bianca has completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, and is employed at Loxton District Children’s Centre. Her traineeship allowed Bianca to work directly with children, applying the knowledge gained throughout her studies. Her traineeship also offers a pathway to further study, and Bianca is now undertaking a Bachelor of Psychology to further her career.
2020 Trainee of the Year - Runner Up
Breeann Duncan
Employed by Tim Whetstone MP – Chaffey Electorate Office
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Business
Breeann completed a Business traineeship at the Chaffey Electoral Office. Her traineeship has allowed her to gain valuable workplace skills and knowledge prior to commencing university. Breeann values the experience and insights gained through her traineeship.
2020 Industry Winner - Automotive
Necip Durmus
Employed by Riverland Auto Repairs
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Automotive Technology (Light Vehicle)
Necip is employed by Riverland Auto Repairs as a light vehicle automotive apprentice. He has a passion for cars and enjoys working on them. Necip values the learning, teamwork and responsibilities involved in his apprenticeship.
2020 Industry Winner - Building & Construction
Briley Gibbs
Employed by Statewide Group Training hosted by Ben’s Constructions
RTO – North East Vocational College
Certificate III in Carpentry
Briley is employed by Ben’s Constructions and enrolled in Certificate III in Carpentry. He values learning and self-growth, as well as the hands-on training his apprenticeship has provided. Briley intends to continue his training pathway with a business course once his apprenticeship has been completed.
2020 Industry Winner - Cookery
Madison Lailey
Employed by Barmera Hotel Motel
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Madison is employed at the Barmera Hotel and is completing Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. He has a passion for cooking and shows talent and ability in the industry. On completing his apprenticeship, Madison intends to continue vocational training with a business qualification to further his career in the industry he loves.
2020 Industry Winner - Electrical/Air Conditioning
Craig Turner
Employed by SA Water
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Craig is employed by SA Water as an electrical apprentice. As a mature age apprentice, Craig values the opportunity to realise his goal to work in the electrical field. As well as raising a young family, Craig is involved in several community activities including board and committee positions.
2020 Industry Winner - Engineering
Jakob Johinke-Milich
Employed by TWG Loxton
RTO – TAFE SA
Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade
Jakob is an apprentice fitter and turner at TWG Loxton. He values the opportunity his training provides, and plans to continue vocational training with dual trade as a fitter and welder in the future. Jakob aspires to become a supervisor at TWG, and support new apprentices into the future.
2020 Industry Winner - Hairdressing
Jorja Bradley
Employed by Jarahs Hair
RTO – Clip Joint Education
Certificate III in Hairdressing
After completing a School Based Apprenticeship, Jorja continued her career pathway as a full-time apprentice with Jarahs Hair. A dedicated team member, Jorja values the opportunity to train and learn with a supportive team, working in the industry she loves.
2020 School Based Apprentice of the Year - Winner
Kimberley Rapson
Glossop High School
Certificate 3 Hairdressing
Employed by Silk Salon
RTO – Clip Joint Education Adelaide
Kimberley secured a school-based apprenticeship with Silk Salon in 2020 allowing her to undertake a Cert III in Hairdressing. Kimberley, in her first year, was one of three apprentices from SA accepted into a mentoring program with Goldwell. Kimberley values the time spent with her clients building their trust.
2020 School Based Apprentice of the Year - Runner Up
Sarah Kassebaum
Glossop High School
Certificate 3 Hairdressing
Employed by Jarahs Hair
RTO – TAFE SA
Sarah started her apprenticeship at Jarahs Hair in 2020 studying Cert III in Hairdressing. From starting her own styling business on social media to developing her skills through formal training Sarah has proved herself to be a talented employee. Sarah values the relationships she builds with her clients.
2020 School Based Trainee of the Year - Winner
Emily Taylor
Waikerie High School
Certificate 3 Beauty Services
Employed by Bodyfitness Wellness Spa
RTO – TAFE SA
Emily is completing a Cert III in Beauty Services as a trainee at Bodyfitness Wellness Spa in Waikerie. Client satisfaction and constantly learning new techniques are highly valued by Emily. She continues to show a passion and commitment to her learning, with exceptional time management skills.
2020 School Based Trainee of the Year - Runner Up
Stavroula Milonas
Glossop High School
Certificate 3 Business Administration
Employed by Glossop High School Governing Council
RTO – TAFE SA
Stavroula has completed a Cert III in Business Administration and was employed at Glossop High School as an Administration trainee. Stavroula valued the support she received to undertake the diverse tasks in this role as well as the opportunity to gain extensive experience in her chosen career.
2020 Vocational Educational Student of the Year - Winner
Parker Steinert
Waikerie High School
Certificate 2 Horticulture
RTO – Growsmart
Parker’s goal to become an Agriculture Teacher saw him undertake Cert II in Horticulture under the VET in Schools Program in 2020. Parker received excellent feedback from his teachers and lecturers on his ability to balance both school and VET studies and look forward to seeing him achieve his goal.
2020 Vocational Educational Student of the Year - Runner Up
Monty Wall
Loxton High School
Certificate 2 Doorways to Construction
RTO – North Eastern Vocational College
Monty’s completion of Cert II in Doorways 2 Construction in 2020 helped him secure an apprenticeship with Lec Logix, in Loxton. The school VET course enabled him to learn many general trade techniques. Monty enjoys the river life, and he encourages young tradies to stay in the Riverland as they are greatly needed.
