All the latest news from across the Ai Group Apprentice & Trainee Centre network.

Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre (ATC) in Adelaide marked International Women’s Day with a vibrant event dedicated to showcasing the diverse opportunities available in the skilled trades for women. Held on March 8th, the event brought together industry partners, aspiring female tradespeople, and representatives passionate about promoting career exploration in traditionally male-dominated fields. The […]

Our Apprentice of the Month for February is Izak Lorton! This month, we shine the spotlight on Izak Lorton, a Mechanical Engineering apprentice at the Australian National Fabrication Facility (within – Uni SA) in Adelaide who’s not only making waves within his team but also forging a national path for apprenticeships within ANFF. Izak’s dedication […]

Fatigue can increase the risk of workplace incidents and injuries!Fatigue can be work-related, due to personal factors, or caused by a combination of these. Fatigue can feel like: tiredness, low motivation, poor mood, trouble focusing, impaired memory, slower reaction times, and decreased alertness. Risk factors for fatigue can include: Help manage fatigue with the following: […]

On International Women’s Day today, final-year electrical apprentice Natasha Martin wants other women to know how empowering it is to have a career ‘on the tools’.  Natasha, hosted to Albury Wodonga Health, said every day was full of variety and challenges that grew in responsibility as her apprenticeship progressed.  “One minute I could be fixing […]

Young people may be missing out on the opportunities that apprenticeships and traineeships bring because of negative messaging from the community.  The trend has resulted in a dramatic drop in apprenticeship and traineeship enrolments, contributing to the skills shortage crippling Australia.   Speaking on Channel Nine’s Today Show this morning, Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre […]

In a bid to foster inclusivity and diversity in the trades industry, Ai Group Apprentice & Trainee centre (ATC) is thrilled to invite females aspiring for a fulfilling career in trades to a special morning breakfast BBQ at Bunnings in Mile End, Adelaide. This event aims to provide a platform for women to explore opportunities […]

Pump Engineers in Clayton, Melbourne, recently held a special ceremony to mark the completion of our apprentice Adam Ceckiewicz of his apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering. The event, complete with a delicious lunch spit roast and Indian vegetable spread, celebrated not just Adam’s individual accomplishment, but also the power of collaboration between Ai Group Apprentice & […]

Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre’s host company ‘Siloz’ isn’t just about building grain storage silos and agricultural equipment – they’re also nurturing the next generation of skilled metalworkers. Under the direction of general manager Krystal Storey, and further guidance from their supportive mentors and supervisors our three apprentices, James Dowling, Mason Bishop, and Jeremy […]

Meet Jesslyn Toomey, a bright and ambitious young woman who is forging a path in the traditionally male-dominated field of mechanical engineering. Jesslyn has recently commenced her apprenticeship with Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre, partnering with the highly supportive Electrolux in Adelaide, South Australia. Jesslyn’s passion for engineering was ignited early on. “I’ve always […]

Our Apprentice of the Month for January is Harvey Mitchem! Harvey has received much praise from all who have interacted with him over the first stages of his apprenticeship. He commenced his Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship in January 2022 and has been thoroughly enjoying his time at TAFE and with his host company, Hitachi Global Air […]

We recently ran a “Thoughts on Safety” survey to hear directly from our apprentices and trainees about their workplace safety experiences. The response was fantastic, showing your dedication to building a safe environment for everyone. To say thanks and encourage even more feedback, we randomly selected one respondent for a cool $150 gift card – […]

Our Apprentice of the Month for December is Mitch McIvor! This year’s final Apprentice of the Month is Mitch McIvor. Mitch is a terrific individual whose passion for plumbing and commitment to the trade are commendable. He commenced his Cert III in plumbing (roof) apprenticeship in July and found a welcoming host at JR D’Herville […]

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