NovaSkill have received enormous praise from their recent NSW Group Training Awards Nominations! NovaSkill are proud to have 6 nominees reach the finals. The winners will be announced at the Gala Event on Friday 2nd September 2011 at the Westin Hotel, Martin Place Sydney. NovaSkill wishes all candidates the very best in the finals!

Trainee of the Year Finalists

Dallas Gittins - Finance & Insurance & Business Services

Dallas Gittins has excelled in the position of Trainee Water Billing Officer at Coffs Harbour City Council. Her host is impressed with her confidence, positive attitude, excellent presentation and strong communication skills.

Joseph Dunn - Transport & Distribution

Joseph was given the opportunity to commence a traineeship in 2008 with NovaSkill. Joseph has completed many extra curriculum activities to build his technical knowledge and assist his host employer's business.

Apprentice/Trainee of the Year - Indigenous Finalist

Lynette Larcombe

Lynette's rare qualities were evident from the commencement of her employment with NovaSkill as a Group Training Trainee at North Coast Area Health Services in April 2010. Lynette is an outstanding role model for Indigenous people and particularly the Indigenous Youth of the Tweed Heads Area.

Apprentice of the Year Finalists

Jamie Bradley - Automotive Electrical

Jamie was given a fortunate opportunity of commencing a mature-aged apprenticeship with Passmore Auto Air and Electrical. Jamie is committed to achieving the highest level of work performance and complete TAFE to the highest standard.

Tyrone Dawson - Brick & Block Laying

Tyrone was first introduced into the bricklaying industry when he was in Year 10 at Toormina High School through a week of "Try a trade" where he was able to learn about bricklaying and also participate in the practical side of bricklaying.

Host Employer (Small) Finalists

R & D Technology

R & D Technology is a Hunter based and owned company servicing the mining industry in both NSW and QLD. Established in 1993, R & DTechnology's focus has been to satisfy an ever growing market for specialised electrical solutions. R & D Technology currently host 4 aprentices and 1 identured mature age apprentice.