Queensland Training Awards 2019
The prestigious 2019 Queensland Training Awards North Queensland Regional Final, in its 58th year was celebrated in Townsville on Friday 12 July 2019 at the Ville Resort – Casino, Pavilion function centre.
The Queensland Training Awards continue to showcase and highlight the significant contribution made by Queensland’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector to our Queensland community and economy.
Across 14 categories, the awards recognise individuals and organisations that strive for and have achieved success, best practice and innovation with categories for apprentices, trainees, vocational students, teachers and trainers, as well as training providers and employers.
Eleven award categories are initially contested across seven regional areas – Tropical North Queensland, North Queensland, Central Queensland, Darling Downs South West, North Coast, Metropolitan and South East. Regional winners are automatically selected as state finalists and compete against other regional winners for a coveted Queensland Training Award. State winners in aligned categories are given the opportunity to compete for national honours at the Australian Training Awards.
The success of the North Queensland regional final was celebrated amongst sponsors, finalists, winners, their families, vocational education and training stakeholders. With a record number of guests in attendance, the night was one to be remembered, cheering on the amazing commitment and talent North Queensland has to offer. Further information on the awards can be found at www.desbt.qld.gov.au/training/qta
2019 Queensland Training Awards, North Queensland Region Employer and Organisation Category Regional Winners
Small Employer of the year Winner
Bill and Ben the Cabinet Men are an integrated kitchen design, manufacturing and installation business in Townsville. To support Bill and Ben’s dedication to the highest level of service and quality, the business has developed a comprehensive training strategy to support employees to gain the trade qualifications they need to succeed. Formal and informal training and professional development is also encouraged throughout all areas of the business.
Proudly sponsored by Tec-NQ
Medium Employer of the year Winner
Pacific Marine Group (PMG) has been a leader in the marine and commercial diving industries in Queensland for more than 30 years. Due to the diversity of its business activities, from marine construction and services to commercial diving, PMG is focused on the ongoing development and training of employees. PMG has been instrumental in the development of a marine traineeship and is currently engaging its third trainee.
Large Employer of the year Winner
Glencore Mount Isa Mines is one of the few Australian mines located on the doorstep of a community, and is dedicated to supporting local people and local businesses. Training is integral to the implementation of Glencore’s business strategy. Its dedication to developing and fostering the capacity of its workforce is part of an organisation-wide commitment to supporting its employees to realise their full potential.
Proudly sponsored by OSMAC Apprenticeships
Community Training Initiative of the year Winner
CPL – Choice, Passion, Life is a leading provider of integrated support, therapy and advice for people living with disability. CPL works with people at every life stage from diagnosis, early intervention and the school years, through to employment, independent living and retirement. CPL’s Transition to Work program is committed to addressing identified gaps in employment and training pathways and support for people with disability.
Proudly sponsored by Townsville City Council
2019 Queensland Training Awards, North Queensland Region Individual Category Regional Winners
Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year
Lachlan Thompson
Qualification: Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
Training provider: TAFE Queensland
Employer: Honeycombes Sales and Service
Proudly sponsored by Glencore
Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year
Naomi Loizou
Qualification: Certificate III in Business Administration
Training provider: TAFE Queensland
Group training organisation: Skill360 Australia
Host employer: Burdekin Shire Council
Proudly sponsored by MEGT (Australia) Ltd
Vocational Student of the Year
Melissa Dean
Qualification: Advanced Diploma of Hospitality
Training provider: Clubs Training Australia
Employer: Cowboys Leagues Club
Proudly sponsored by TAFE Queensland
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
Melataiah Nuggin
Qualification: Certificate III in Business Administration
Training provider: Learning Partnerships
Employer: Townsville City Council
Proudly sponsored by Connect ‘N’ Grow
School-based Apprentice of Trainee of the Year
Luke Fraley (2019 State Winner)
Qualification: Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Training provider: Tec-NQ
Employer: NQ Diesel
School: Tec-NQ
Proudly sponsored by Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited
VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year
Jacqui Dale (2019 State Winner)
Thuringowa State High School
Proudly sponsored by Jobs Queensland
