Jul 24, 2023
This week’s key takeaway: From Panelbeater to TAFE Teacher, Cameron Killen shares his story
Episode intro:
Do you ever wonder why it’s so difficult to find apprentices and keep hold of them? In the show this week, we’ve got a brilliant first-hand insight from a recent apprentice, Cameron Killen.
Cameron started at Killen’s Collision Repairs in Armadale, but is now at the other side of the fence as a TAFE teacher, inspiring the next generation.
Find out how Cameron and TAFE is future-proofing the industry by moulding the apprentices of tomorrow, and what you need to do as a business to make sure you get the best talent on board.
In this week’s episode you will learn:
-How to motivate apprentices in your workplace
-Why an apprentice might lose motivation
-How Cameron got involved with TAFE
-How TAFE can help repair shops find the best people
-How to change the narrative surrounding collision repair
-The level of engagement with TAFE courses
-The work of the ACIA
-Why repairers need to prioritise a healthy environment
Show links:
** Killen’s Smash Repairs: https://www.killenssmash.com.au/
** Find Cameron on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-killen-4b2221159/?originalSubdomain=au
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