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Engineering a plan
How does the air-conditioning get into the room?
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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SkillsOne at Sea
Hop on board as SkillsOne looks at ocean-themed trades...
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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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 |
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The Daily Blog
Meet Kate, who has made a career out of blogging!
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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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 |
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F1 in Schools - Part 2
Find out who won the 2007 national title!
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Digital Love @ WorldSkills
A light hearted look at IT at Worldskills 2008.
Tuesday July 15, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills
Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Electric Opportunities Through WorldSkills
Electric Opportunities Through WorldSkills
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Jewellery Design TAFE Taster
Watch this Jewellery Design Workshop session which introduces students to industry level jewellery-making skills.
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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SkillsOne presents Musos
SkillsOne looks at musos who've made their passion their trade!
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Star Rating - TAFE NSW Sydney Institute, St George
Congratulations St George College!
Monday May 19, 2008 |
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Star Rating - TAFE NSW, Sydney Institute, St George
Congratulations St George College!
Monday May 19, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Engineering Fabrication at Wodonga TAFE
See what TAFE has to offer in engineering...
Thursday April 17, 2008 |
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Trading Success
Meet the plumber who never touches a toilet!
Wednesday April 16, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Sounding off at the Easter Show
Rock n' Roll man - check out what being a sound engineer is all about!
Wednesday April 9, 2008 |
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Rebuilding Smiles
Ever wondered how they make teeth?!
Wednesday April 9, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Gem of a Man
There are many areas where your creative skills can be applied, as jeweller artist John demonstrates
Monday March 31, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Monstereo Rigger
Got an interest in music? Derive some advice and inspiration from sound engineer, Phil Rigger...
Monday March 17, 2008 |
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The Aviation Whizz Kid
Meet the young man whose job it is to keep aeroplanes in the sky!
Monday March 17, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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More than meets the eye
More than meets the eye...
Monday March 3, 2008 |
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Iron Man
Brad Ingham of AOS gives us an insight into the clever and creative art of steel fabrication...
Monday March 3, 2008 |
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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 |
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The Coffee Queen
Meet an individual Aussie female challenging the norms!
Monday February 25, 2008 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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