BENGALLA mine and training partner MIGAS kicked off their annual apprenticeship drive this week, with electrical and mechanical trades on offer for 2016.
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The four-year program includes hands-on experience at the open cut coal mine and a technical study period at Hunter Institute Muswellbrook Mining Industry Skills Centre.
First year electrical apprentice Shae Pemberton recently won an Outstanding Achievement award at the NSW TAFE Mining Skills presentation and encourages others to apply for the opportunities on offer.
“For people thinking about applying for an apprenticeship, I say go for it,” she said.
“If you’re interested and willing to work hard, it’s a great opportunity for anyone.
“I wanted to pursue a career in trades because it could teach me skills that would stay with me for a lifetime.
“I’m in my first year of my apprenticeship and learn a new thing every day.
“I’ve already been taught many different trades, not just my own, and one of the best aspects of the apprenticeship is being able to meet new people with the same interests as me.
“I hope I can continue to work hard and achieve a full-time role as a tradesperson after finishing my apprenticeship.”
Bengalla general manager operations Jo-Anne Scarini said they were “looking for self-motivated team players to fill the four available apprenticeship spots”.
“The program offers apprentices the opportunity to work in a safe environment with experienced tradespeople across a broad range of electrical and plant mechanic functions,” she said.
The apprentices will be employed through group training employer MIGAS and will join 12 other apprentices at Bengalla.
Applications, which close on August 21, can be made online at www.migas.com.au or phone 4934 4000.
