Careers  

Trades Fit Expo - Young Women in Trades and Tech

The Trades Fit - Young Women in Trades and Tech is an inaugural expo hosted by the Department of Education and Training. The expo showcases employment options within the trades and tech industries, with interactive displays set up for students to experience what these careers could be. 

The expo will introduce female students* in years 9 and 10 to career pathways in traditionally male dominated industries, and provide information about how they can pursue exciting career opportunities in these fields. 

The Trades Fit lets young women connect with employers, key industry organisations and supporters of gender equity, that are helping women step into these fields. 

Students will hear from trade and tech representatives from fields including building and construction, electrical engineering, plumbing, automotive, transport and logistics, mining, agriculture and horticulture, aviation, marine, and many more. 

Students will be able to engage with these career pathways through hands-on experiences, tech displays, information sessions, panel discussions, and guest speakers.

Students need to express their interest in attending via the link below by Thursday 24 March 2022. There will be a maximum of 20 students who can attend the expo. The first 20 students who complete the Microsoft Form will be allocated a spot with the remaining students placed on a waitlist. 

*This event is for young women and non-binary people who are comfortable in a space that centres the experiences of young women.

Students can see Ms Martin or Mr Crameri for further information. 

White Card (Construction Induction Training) 

The Construction Induction Training (white card) course will allow students to access construction sites where a site-specific induction is carried out. This course will provide students with basic Occupational Health and Safety knowledge that they will need prior to commencing work on construction sites.

We are seeking expression of interest from Year 10 students who may be interested in participating in this training. Year 10 students completing work experience within the Building and Construction and Trade Industry are highly recommended to complete this training. Employers will not let students on active construction sites without this qualification. This opportunity is also recommended for students who may consider studying VET Certificate II in Building and Construction or Certificate II in Construction Pathways in Year 11 and 12. 

Students must be 15 years old to participate in this training. The course is conducted in one day and students will need to provide their own PPE equipment. There will be a cost to families (approximately $130 to $150). Further details and confirmation of cost will be provided once expressions of interest close. We aim to book a Work Safe approved RTO to run the qualification during Term 2, before Work Experience. 

Please express your interest via the link below by Friday 1 April 2022.

Please contact Ms Martin if you require further information.

Ms Stephanie Martin (Careers & Pathways Coordinator) and & Mr Jack Crameri (Wellbeing and Careers Counsellor)