Fresh out of school, Josh Mabey seriously considered a career as an Aircraft Technician in the armed forces. But a passion for driving, saw him land a job as a truck driver.
Fresh out of school, Josh Mabey seriously considered a career as an Aircraft Technician in the armed forces. But a passion for driving, saw him land a job as a truck driver.
In the four years since joining the automotive industry, 22 year old MITO learner, Immanuel Rowe, has gained a national qualification, and is on his way to earning a second.
As Workshop Manager for Blair’s Auto Electrical Ltd on the Kapiti Coast, Isaac Probert is a strong advocate for getting qualified.
Rowan Cumiskey, is a rising talent in the automotive refinishing industry having already amassed an impressive list of achievements and accolades.
From a part time job sweeping workshop floors, to competing at the National WorldSkills NZ competition, Isaac Forrest has come a long way in a short time.
MITO learner Toni McRae always wanted to work in a trade as the allure of working with her hands, rather than being stuck behind a desk all day was too strong to ignore.
For 25 year old Jason Larsen, the chance to formalise 5 years’ worth of experience in vehicle sales was a chance not to be missed.
“It was always going to be cars.” They’re the words used by 23 year old MITO learner Sapphire McIntosh when describing her chosen career path.
Twenty-seven year old MITO graduate, Fune Misa, admits to being a bit of a mischief-maker in his younger days. “I didn’t really think I was going to get anywhere,” he says.