The Golden Hammer and Golden Gun are the ultimate apprentice awards in New Zealand's collision repair sector.
The judges evaluate applicants on MITO course work, personal interviews, feedback from mentors, and reviews from employers before selecting three finalists from each category to travel to Auckland for a day of competitive practical evaluation at the I-CAR Training Academy of Excellence for panel and RA Johnstone Ltd. Refinishing Centre for refinish.
The experience obtained from participating in the awards alone is invaluable for up-and-coming apprentices.
The winner receives $1,000 donated by MITO, together with the opportunity to apply for a MITO post trade scholarship, and tools which are provided by RA Johnstone & Co Ltd.
