VET graduate Jai Scoles completed a Certificate II in Engineering Pathways through TasTAFE in 2025 and has since secured an apprenticeship as a mechanical fitter with Incat, helping to build the company’s world‑renowned aluminium vessels for Tasmanian, interstate and international markets. Growing up in southern Tasmania, Jai always had a strong interest in hands‑on work. […]
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Through an Australian School-based Apprenticeship, they’re diving into carpentry while still at school, showing how hands-on learning can be a powerful choice. It’s not just a career path – it’s helping to solve the shortage of skilled workers in Tasmania’s building industry Grade 10 student Wil from Burnie High School always knew what his dream
Job: Surveillance Officer
Industry/Sector: Health
Georgina said the flexibility and support she found at the University of Tasmania were essential for completing her master’s degree, as she balanced study with full-time work and raising a family.
Most weekdays, Lucas is up early and out the door by 8am. He drives from Launceston to a small heritage cottage near Scottsdale, where he spends the day learning hands-on building skills. By the afternoon, he’s heading home tired, but happy. While many of his friends are still in school, Lucas is following a different
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Job: Builder
Industry/Sector: Building and Construction
Former apprentice of the year, now business owner and family man – all by the age of 29. Find out how James has laid the foundations for his career.
