"We have a very low turnaround of staff and have technicians who have been here for 40+ years. But you’ve got to train them from the get-go. When hiring and training an apprentice you’re investing in your company’s future, it is definitely worth it."
The Covid-19 pandemic was the catalyst for Engelbert Barlongo undertaking a MITO automotive apprenticeship.
“The biggest thing I’ve done is give insight to the people at Te Pūkenga into what it is like to be a learner that is work-based." Latif Robinson, member of the learner leadership group with Te Pūkenga.
Ben Fretwell has earned many accolades in his career, from Hyundai Pinnacle Programme recipient to two Apprentice of the Year awards, and has paved his way for a successful career in the automotive industry.
Charlotte didn’t always know she wanted to work in the automotive industry, but when she got her first job driving tractors in Blenheim, she knew she was on the right path.
Samantha Wasley has been working at Malcolm Cab Solutions for over nine years. She has recently completed MITO’s New Zealand Certificate in Coachbuilding (Level 3).
For as long as Bradley Potter Gray can remember he has always been passionate and interested about cars. He initially studied the mechanical side of the industry, but it wasn’t until he realised how much more panel beating had to offer that he decided that was the way to go.
Working in an automotive workshop wasn’t always on Monique Dyball’s list of jobs, however after nearly three years working at Maidstone Panelbeaters in the office, she is loving every day.
Skye Sigley grew up around cars as her dad and grandad both worked as panel beaters. Combining this with her love and passion for art it seems only natural that she is now completing MITO’s New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Refinishing (Level 4).
