MIGAS Apprentice Strikes Gold in WorldSkills Australia Competition
MIGAS Apprentice Harry took the gold medal in the Regional WorldSkills Australia Carpentry competition in Brisbane.
Carpentry Apprentice Harry Steptoe has claimed the gold medal in the WorldSkills Australia Regional Carpentry competition held in Brisbane in September 2024.
This impressive achievement secures Harry a spot in the National competition, set to take place in 2025.
Harry’s success is a testament to his dedication and growing expertise in the field of carpentry. As he progresses from strength to strength in his apprenticeship, we eagerly anticipate his future accomplishments.
Another rising star from MIGAS, Carpentry Apprentice Mahonri Poloai, also participated in the competition for the first time. Harry and Mahonri are currently honing their on-the-job skills at Clarke Constructions as part of their Carpentry Apprenticeship.
The entire MIGAS team is immensely proud of both apprentices for their outstanding performances and commitment to their craft.
About WorldSkills Australia
WorldSkills Australia has been at the forefront of promoting skills excellence since 1981. It operates competitions at regional, national, and international levels, aligning with National Training Packages, Apprenticeships Australia, and Jobs Australia schemes.
These competitions span more than 60 trades and skills across seven skill clusters, designed by industry experts to assess participants’ knowledge, practical competence, and employability skills.
The journey begins at the grassroots level, with over 500 Regional Competitions held biennially across 34 regions in Australia. These events test the skills of more than 4,000 apprentices, trainees, and students, offering them the chance to win medals and advance to the national level.
By promoting and nurturing a skills culture, WorldSkills Australia plays a vital role in celebrating excellence and showcasing the importance of vocational education and training.
MIGAS congratulates Harry on his gold medal victory, and wishes him the best of luck as he prepares for the National competition to be held in Brisbane next year!
MIGAS Carpentry Apprentices Harry and Mahonri competed in the Regional WorldSkills Australia competition in Brisbane in September 2024.