As we now enter over 2 months of COVID free days, organisations are beginning to slowly open their doors again to students. This is a positive and It is time to actively seek opportunity for those who are interested. Bunnings is one who at this stage remains closed for placements, I expect this to dissipate over the next month.
On the home front I am hopeful of securing further outside employment opportunities in Umpiring for students through the Essendon District Football League. Although a unique sport, students with minimal knowledge of the game can still commence as Boundary and Goal umpires and take home over $60 tax free dollars per game. This is an opportunity well worth considering, anyone who likes the sound of this should contact me as soon as possible.
At present I would like to remind both parents and students of the opportunity the School Holidays brings for placement. If I was in Year 12 I would seriously consider organising a placement with what may be a future employer. This can’t hurt your chances of a job, and you have 2 more Holiday periods where you can be covered by school insurance.
Anyone interested in further support around setting up LinkedIN folios, and setting up accounts should call me on (03)9908-9033 or e-mail me at adavis@penola.vic.edu.au.
Arnel Davis - VCAL Liaison
Rasile Dazzle:
For a number of our Certificate II in Building and Construction students they are fortunate enough to have been taken on by one of our former students Stephen Rasile. There is nothing better than this experience, as former sons and daughters of the college display their capability to current students.
Stephen now boasts 8 working crews and is expanding his business. Stephen also realises the unheralded responsibility, of developing those around him and giving back to the local community. Stephen recently hosted a group interview with students who were seeking a placement, he outlined the do’s and don’t a well as his expectations.
Stephen has been good enough to assign some students to his
working crews.
Thanks to Stephen.
Unblocking more opportunities:
Dylan Davies is well aware of what is required to become a Plumber, after all it’s a part of his family life. However in order to further his knowledge of the intimate parts of Plumbing, Dylan has commenced a School based traineeship with the Reece group.
Dylan is learning there is far more involved in just that quick phone call to order a part, and is also applying his product knowledge directly to his Certificate II in Plumbing studies at Kangan.
Dylan believes he will be much better placed to land a Plumbing
apprenticeship due to his product knowledge. Well done Dylan!
Sparking an Interest:
Kha Nguyen is studying the Certificate II in Electrotechnology at Holmesglen, in preparation for his initial placement with an Electrician. Kha plans to engage in a placement at local Electrical wholesaler J&R, Kha is hoping to gain some further knowledge of parts prior to commencing his electrical career. We look forward to Kha's progress.