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Engineering a plan
Engineering a plan

How does the air-conditioning get into the room?

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

SkillsOne at Sea
SkillsOne at Sea

Hop on board as SkillsOne looks at ocean-themed trades...

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Men of Steel
Men of Steel

Metals and engineering is an industry always in need of skilled workers, and today we step inside an institution who is providing just that - training up apprentice metal fabricators at Wagga Wagga TAFE.

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Daily Blog
The Daily Blog

Meet Kate, who has made a career out of blogging!

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Incat
Incat

Incat is a a symbol of Australian innovation. It is also a Tasmanian family business that employs passionate boat-builders who lead the world in high-speed catamaran technology.

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

F1 in Schools - Part 2
F1 in Schools - Part 2

Find out who won the 2007 national title!

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Deconstructing Computers at WorldSkills
Deconstructing Computers at WorldSkills

We meet one of the WorldSkills competitors, Robert Radevski, who pulled apart his first computer in high school, simply keen to learn more. Here at the Convention Centre in Sydney, we watch Robert's skillful mind and hands in action.

Tuesday July 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

Jackson's Jewellery at WorldSkills
Jackson's Jewellery at WorldSkills

This story is about Luke Jackson and his deep and confident passion for jewellery, dispelling the belief that the art of jewellery making and design is a female-oriented trade.

Tuesday July 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

Fitting in at World Skills 08
Fitting in at World Skills 08

Kalon Heite is a Fitter at WorldSkills - but as a trade, he's a fitter and turner. He chats about how he became a fitter and turner, from his apprenticeship in Adelaide. He shows us what he's building at Worldskills and shows us some tools of the trade.

Tuesday July 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

Digital Love @ WorldSkills
Digital Love @ WorldSkills

A light hearted look at IT at Worldskills 2008.

Tuesday July 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

Designing her way at WorldSkills
Designing her way at WorldSkills

Women are a promising asset, not just to Web Design, but to the IT industry on the whole. Tahreem, at the WorldSkills Comp in Sydney 2008, wants to prove this!

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Software Cubilisious @ WorldSkills
Software Cubilisious @ WorldSkills

We meet Nick at the WorldSkills National Competition 2008, who has a curious and analytical mind, as we see by his superb ability to pull apart computers and re-assemble Rubix cubes!

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

A Woman's Weld at World Skills 08
A Woman's Weld at World Skills 08

Girls at WorldSkills 2008, like Carah, prove that women are better at welding than men!

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills
Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills

Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Electric Opportunities Through WorldSkills
Electric Opportunities Through WorldSkills

Electric Opportunities Through WorldSkills

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

CAD @ WorldSkills
CAD @ WorldSkills

Find out what CAD is all about with Brett McDonnell - a WorldSkills 2008 National Competition competitor in CAD Mechanics.

Sunday July 13, 2008   |   Watch Video

Turning at World Skills 08
Turning at World Skills 08

SkillsOne visits WorldSkills at Darling Harbour. It's the 2008 National Competition - and we visit a boilermaker competitor and see just what the trade is all about. Pete Buckey, a fitter and turner judge, runs us through the tasks which the competitors are undertaking.

Friday July 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Going Out with a Bang
Going Out with a Bang

Like to play with fire and explosives? Why not consider a career in pyrotechnics - manufacturing fireworks!

Monday July 7, 2008   |   Watch Video

ACE '08 Aviation Careers Expo
ACE '08 Aviation Careers Expo

Matthew Lyons of the Australian Industry Group takes us on a tour of some of the exhibits at the ACE '08 Aviation Careers Expo and talks about some of the career options available in the aviation industry.

Tuesday July 1, 2008   |   Watch Video

Jewellery Design TAFE Taster
Jewellery Design TAFE Taster

Watch this Jewellery Design Workshop session which introduces students to industry level jewellery-making skills.

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Theatrical Design
Theatrical Design

This video takes a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in set and costume design and construction for a theatrical performance.

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Aeronautical Career Paths
Aeronautical Career Paths

If you are interested in a career in aviation, then get some advice straight from the experts here at the ACE 08 Aviation Careers Expo at Bankstown Airport.

Monday June 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

SkillsOne presents Musos
SkillsOne presents Musos

SkillsOne looks at musos who've made their passion their trade!

Monday June 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

A Music Industry Icon
A Music Industry Icon

A dream job at one of Australia's best-known recording studios? Mike and Tim say it's their love of music that makes the job a breeze...

Monday June 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

Aero careers with the Navy
Aero careers with the Navy

Aviation provides a wide range of life skills and opportunities - not to mention a guaranteed fun, interesting job!

Monday June 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

Keeping Staff Happy
Keeping Staff Happy

SkillsOne chats to the Matheson brothers about what's it like all working together in the Manufacturing Industry. We learn about their training, specialisations in the industry and where they see their goals for their future.

Monday June 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

Dreaming of Flying High
Dreaming of Flying High

Look no further than here if you need inspiration to start a career in aviation. And it's not just a boys field, but more and more girls are becoming pilots and aviation-keen!

Monday June 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

Matthew Lyons, Career Specialist
Matthew Lyons, Career Specialist

This video provides looks at the valuable organisations who are bringing careers information and skills to school students, equipping them for the world of work.

Sunday June 1, 2008   |   Watch Video

Sutherland BEN & F1 in Schools
Sutherland BEN & F1 in Schools

Have a look at the organisations who are bringing industry to schools and giving kids a hands-on experience of what it is like to work in a trade.

Sunday June 1, 2008   |   Watch Video

REA & F1 in Schools at Menai High
REA & F1 in Schools at Menai High

Skills One visits Menai High to see the six steps the kids complete when taking part in F1 (Formula One) Program in schools. This program which sees kids creating a model car from scratch, is a great vehicle (quite literally!) for industry to be brought into schools, giving students practical skills and training.

Sunday June 1, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Brains Behind SeaWorld
The Brains Behind SeaWorld

Theme parks don't just spring into action - they require a lot of skills and dedication behind their smooth running. We talk to James who ensures that our adventure at Sea World is a fun and safe one!

Tuesday May 27, 2008   |   Watch Video

Star Rating - TAFE NSW Sydney Institute, St George
Star Rating - TAFE NSW Sydney Institute, St George

Congratulations St George College!

Monday May 19, 2008   |   Watch Video

Star Rating - TAFE NSW, Sydney Institute, St George
Star Rating - TAFE NSW, Sydney Institute, St George

Congratulations St George College!

Monday May 19, 2008   |   Watch Video

Energy From The Wind
Energy From The Wind

Richard Sellick is an electrical apprentice with Energy Australia. He takes SkillsOne around the wind turbines on Kooragang Island. He chats about what's involved in his electrical apprenticeship.

Tuesday May 13, 2008   |   Watch Video

Building the Beat at Nirimba
Building the Beat at Nirimba

Got a zest for music but not sure how to develop it into a career?Undertake a TAFE course which will give you the skills and recognition you need!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Studying music at Nirimba TAFE
Studying music at Nirimba TAFE

Keen to study music but lacking the inspiration or motivation? Hear from students who have been studying music at Nirimba TAFE...

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Linesmen
The Linesmen

We find out what's involved in being an electrical Linesman with Energy Australia. We chat to Technical Instructor Shane Rogers, and Apprentice Todd Goldie.

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

The World in 3D
The World in 3D

Boys from Canterbury Boys High tell us about the course at Enmore TAFE's design centre, which teaches them about Product Design and creating a portfolio.

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Ten Pin Technician
Ten Pin Technician

Kevin McRae gives us a bit of insight into how a passion for bowling can turn into a career! SkillsOne catches up with Kevin to see just what's involved in being a bowling technician!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Multi-Tasking Artist
The Multi-Tasking Artist

Zoe Sernack has three websites showing her range of jewellery designs and has been an exhibiting artist for twelve years. She has also recently collaborated with fashion designer Daniel Avakian for his show at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week. Step inside a day in the life of this busy artist!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Skills and sustainability - Sheetmetal
Skills and sustainability - Sheetmetal

SkillsOne
 visits Warwick Johnston, Sheetmetal Teacher at Granville TAFE, who chats about the changes in the metal fabrication industry, which reduce wastage, and is more environmentally friendly. This is so his students can prepare their Green Skills at World Skills!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Making metal work
Making metal work

Why would a carpenter retrain to work with Sheetmetal? SkillsOne visits Granville Sheetmetal class to chat to the students about why they've chosen to take this course!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

SkillsOne hits the Easter Show
SkillsOne hits the Easter Show

What motivates you in your job? SkillsOne asks everyday people from the Easter Show for their opinions.

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Solar Farm
The Solar Farm

SkillsOne chats to Gareth Fleming, who is an electrical engineering apprenticew who works with Solar Energy. He takes us on a tour of the Solar farm, and shares the best part of working in the industry!

Monday May 5, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Energy School
The Energy School

We chat to training Manager Tom Emelus who tells us what kind of people they're looking for to employ at Energy Australia, and shows us all around their Meadowbank Training facility.

Monday May 5, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Entrepreneur Electrician
The Entrepreneur Electrician

Meet Pete Robertson, a qualified electrician, only 27 and already running his own successful electrical business - Enviro Electrical.

Tuesday April 29, 2008   |   Watch Video

From P.I. to Pipes
From P.I. to Pipes

SkillsOne meets Stuart Sinfield, a Private Investigator who became a Plumber after ten years in the field! We chat to him about what it's like being a plumber.

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

Fitting & Machining at Blue Scope Steel
Fitting & Machining at Blue Scope Steel

John explains what a fitter and machinist does at one of Australia's largest steel companies.

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

Keryn the Electrician
Keryn the Electrician

At just 21 Keryn is a qualified electrician working at Blue Scope Steel. She's already embarked on a Diploma certificate and says extra training will help her career.

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Piano Man
The Piano Man

SkillsOne visits Richard Andreoni, a Piano Technician or tuner, who tells us about what's involved in being a piano tuner. He tells us about how he got into the industry, and shows us around the detail of the grand piano and how to tune!

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

Making Rain Work For You
Making Rain Work For You

Meet a plumber who runs an economical and efficient water-saving business to allow Australians to realistically keep up with radical social changes.

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

Under Pressure
Under Pressure

Skills which one has learnt earlier on in life can always be put to great use later, as David, diver-cum-medical technician demonstrates!

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Plumber Foreman
The Plumber Foreman

Introducing the young people of the �Get Skilled 4 Work� team to Luke Fernance, Site Plumbing Manager of the Surry Hills Community Centre project.

Wednesday April 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Mechanically Minded
Mechanically Minded

D & E Air Conditioning is part of the Hastie Group, a large conglomerate of numerous companies involved in building and engineering services and refrigeration systems for the commercial, industrial and infrastructure sectors. SkillsOne checked out how "Mechanically Minded" they really are!

Tuesday April 22, 2008   |   Watch Video

Electrical Storm
Electrical Storm

Steve Couzens is the Managing Director of Storm Group, electrical and control contractors. He shows us through the factory where the team builds the switchboards and other projects. We check out the creative trades behind the switchboard.

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

All Clear Electrical
All Clear Electrical

SkillsOne chats to Geoff Clear about being an electrician and the benefits, responsibilities and rewards of having an apprentice. We chat to Ryan Vanzyl, an apprentice out on the job, and discover what the benefits are of picking up an electrical trade.

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

Two Sparkies
Two Sparkies

On the job with Michael and Ray, we see that working bosses and their electrical apprentices work hard but also have some fun.

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

Engineering Fabrication at Wodonga TAFE
Engineering Fabrication at Wodonga TAFE

See what TAFE has to offer in engineering...

Thursday April 17, 2008   |   Watch Video

Trading Success
Trading Success

Meet the plumber who never touches a toilet!

Wednesday April 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

Gateway to the future
Gateway to the future

How do you open the doors to the future? SkillsOne chats to Stuart Dows in Brisbane about the opportunities that come with being a Boilermaker.

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Innovative Rainwater Harvesting
Innovative Rainwater Harvesting

SkillsOne chats to Andrew Waudby about his innovative Rainwater Harvesting system, EcoSac, a flexible bladder system for storing rainwater.

Friday April 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Ross Dawson Pt 1
Ross Dawson Pt 1

Ross Dawson is globally recognized as a authority on business strategy. He chats to SkillsOne about the future of the the workforce, where there will be demand, and how to plan for a career.

Wednesday April 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

Sounding off at the Easter Show
Sounding off at the Easter Show

Rock n' Roll man - check out what being a sound engineer is all about!

Wednesday April 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

Rebuilding Smiles
Rebuilding Smiles

Ever wondered how they make teeth?!

Wednesday April 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

Interview Questions
Interview Questions

Thinking about a trade or skill based career? Kate, the editor at CareerOne is here to help answer the tricky interview questions employers ask!

Friday April 4, 2008   |   Watch Video

Stick At It
Stick At It

Thinking about a trade or skill based career? Kate Southam, the editor at CareerOne discusses the benefits of an apprenticeship.

Friday April 4, 2008   |   Watch Video

First Job
First Job

How do you find a first job? What do you do to find one that is perfect for you? CareerOne editor, Kate talks us through finding your first job.

Friday April 4, 2008   |   Watch Video

Fixing the Pfaaf
Fixing the Pfaaf

Do you have technical skills and enjoy pulling things apart, but don't fancy getting your hands dirty!? Then why not become a sewing machine technician!

Thursday April 3, 2008   |   Watch Video

Gem of a Man
Gem of a Man

There are many areas where your creative skills can be applied, as jeweller artist John demonstrates

Monday March 31, 2008   |   Watch Video

Plumbing with MEGT
Plumbing with MEGT

This video looks at how Australia's leading provider of employment and training solutions - MEGT - is of great assistance to plumbers and their employers

Monday March 31, 2008   |   Watch Video

Eye on the Sky
Eye on the Sky

Interested in aviation, monitoring and controlling aircraft, and having a responsible job with a spectacular view? Then watch this!

Monday March 17, 2008   |   Watch Video

From P.I. to Pipes
From P.I. to Pipes

Stuart Sinfield, of Protocol Plumbing, was always told by his parents, "Get a trade behind you." He listened, and completed his four year plumbing apprenticeship and led him into a business.

Monday March 17, 2008   |   Watch Video

Monstereo Rigger
Monstereo Rigger

Got an interest in music? Derive some advice and inspiration from sound engineer, Phil Rigger...

Monday March 17, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Aviation Whizz Kid
The Aviation Whizz Kid

Meet the young man whose job it is to keep aeroplanes in the sky!

Monday March 17, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Vintage Jeweller
The Vintage Jeweller

Sarah Green has a uniquely personal approach to jewellery-making, as the name of her company 'SARAH' suggests.

Monday March 17, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Phone Doctor
The Phone Doctor

Reg launched The Mobilephone Workshop three years ago, but has been working with phones for almost ten years. Working alone, he currently fixes anywhere form 25 to 50 phones a week...

Wednesday March 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Solar Switch
Solar Switch

Here is an innovative duo putting their skills to use not only to create their own successful business, but to help out the environment.

Tuesday March 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Balloon Maintenance
Balloon Maintenance

So is a balloon a piece of aircraft? Indeed it is. Daren Palet is a commercial pilot and repairs hot air balloons to make sure they're fit for flying.

Friday March 7, 2008   |   Watch Video

Finishing High School
Finishing High School

So you didn't complete high school? But now you have the determination or opportunity to gain tertiary education? Then the TPC (Tertiary Preparation Certificate) course at TAFE is for you - where you can renew your education over a more flexible system and time frame.

Monday March 3, 2008   |   Watch Video

Ships Ahoy!
Ships Ahoy!

Want to spend your days on the water? Here's a good grounding on how to go about it...

Monday March 3, 2008   |   Watch Video

More than meets the eye
More than meets the eye

More than meets the eye...

Monday March 3, 2008   |   Watch Video

Iron Man
Iron Man

Brad Ingham of AOS gives us an insight into the clever and creative art of steel fabrication...

Monday March 3, 2008   |   Watch Video

Deep Water Plumbing
Deep Water Plumbing

Originally a "One man show", Stan Stamatellis shares his story about the growth of deep water plumbing over the past 11 years!

Friday February 29, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Coffee Queen
The Coffee Queen

Meet an individual Aussie female challenging the norms!

Monday February 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

MEGT - What do they offer?
MEGT - What do they offer?

MEGT - What do they offer? In this one-on-one discussion with Deb Nooyen, the Sydney Operations Manager of MEGT, tells SkillsOne who MEGT are, what their prime responsibilities are and what services and support they can offer to upcoming apprentices.

Monday February 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Water Saviours
The Water Saviours

Paul Kirby has been in the plumbing industry for 30 years - and knows it like the back of his hand: It was, afterall, his hands for which he was originally hired...

Monday February 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

X&Y - Why? Engaging & Retaining staff
X&Y - Why? Engaging & Retaining staff

Social Researcher, Mark McCrindle, uses his expertise on social issues and trends to give an interesting talk which is a must-watch for all employers: especially those who are interested in attracting and keeping apprentices and trades-people - which is typically today's young people - in the job.

Friday February 22, 2008   |   Watch Video

A message for parents
A message for parents

John Taccori is an experienced career and vocational counsellor. He gives advice to parents about how to go about supporting school-leavers to find a job, including how the career path of Generation Y functions differently to that of the Baby Boomers.

Monday February 18, 2008   |   Watch Video

What comes after school?
What comes after school?

John Taccori describes his job as helping young people work out what they're good at, and helping them to pursue that interest as a career. He is an experienced career and vocational counsellor, offers his insights and advice into the issues that today's school leavers face in finding the perfect job.

Monday February 18, 2008   |   Watch Video

Hazell Bros- One Stop Construction Shop
Hazell Bros- One Stop Construction Shop

In 1944 Don Hazell bought his first truck (a 5T Chevy) for 637 pounds, 5 shillings and 11 pence because he was sick of milking cows for a living. Now Hazell Bros has 450 employees and services across many industries.

Monday February 18, 2008   |   Watch Video

Cunderdin: Providing a Hands on Approach - Part 2
Cunderdin: Providing a Hands on Approach - Part 2

Here we look at the second saga of the Western Australian College of Agriculture and the unique skills and opportunities it provides its hard-working graduates...

Friday February 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

In focus: Caterpillar Institute WA
In focus: Caterpillar Institute WA

The CAT Industry provides comprehensive industry-focused learning/training programs for its apprentices, providing them with a strong and lifelong sense of knowledge and experience in the field of technology, machinery

Thursday February 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

The shift manager
The shift manager

As Ben works his way up the ranks in the stevedoring industry, he talks about the opportunities the career provides.

Wednesday February 13, 2008   |   Watch Video

The warehouser