Success stories

Fraser Pattie wasn’t entirely sure what he wanted to do when he left school. He’d always assumed he would go to university, but is now enjoying a career in the trades and services. 

Tony Hamelmann’s ambition is impressive and he doesn’t hesitate when asked where he hopes his career in the automotive industry will take him. “All the way to the top!”

Bush Road Panelbeaters is celebrating success twice over after two of its apprentice technicians were named Top IAG Apprentices of the Year.

A MITO Business Skills scholarship has given Annette Gibson the opportunity to progress her career with a qualification and gain a solid grounding in business skills.

25-year-old Nikita Grindley has loved cars since she was a young girl. Now she's turning her passion into a rewarding career as an apprentice heavy diesel technician.

With an impressive list of qualifications to his name, 29-year-old automotive technician Jaxon Kuvarji is no stranger to furthering his knowledge in the industry. 

Megan Oliver has always loved driving. In fact, she loves it so much, the 23-year-old has turned her passion into a successful and rewarding career as a truck driver for Allied Concrete.

“I really enjoy being an on-the-job learner,” says 2017 MITO Kick Start Pasifika scholarship recipient Leon Jordan from Auckland Panel & Paint.

Receiving a 2017 Clyde Cunningham QSM Memorial scholarship means a great deal to 32-year-old automotive refinisher, Bevan Bullot from Greenmeadows Panel & Paint, Napier.