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About the Awards
The TAFE Queensland - SkillsTech CSQ Apprentice Awards are back in 2024!
The Apprentice Awards serve as a powerful tribute to the hardworking apprentices and emerging leaders in various industries whose services keep the gears of our daily lives turning.
We look forward to learning more about our talented apprentices and employers and inviting finalists, employers, and industry stakeholders to the annual TAFE Queensland - SkillsTech CSQ Apprentice Awards.
Watch the video below for some highlights of last year's event and get excited for what’s in store in 2024!
TradeTools Carpentry Apprentice of the Year
Harrison Steptoe, MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees
Coke Vending Furnishing Trades Apprentice of the Year
Jeremy Boulton, Total Fitouts Brisbane Inner North
Cbus Construction Apprentice of the Year
Dina Sobol, Aztak Upholstery
TAFE Queensland Foundation Painting and Decorating Apprentice of the Year
Shimeka Holland, Amalgamated Painting Service
Brick and Block Careers Bricklaying Apprentice of the Year
Amy Stubbs, Brad Gray Bricklaying
Reece Australia Plumbing and Gas Fitting Apprentice of the Year
Benjamin Kenny, Theuerkauf Plumbing Services
MEGT Electrical Apprentice of the Year
Tayler Raisbeck, Alfa Air & Electrical
Fluke Australia Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Apprentice of the Year
Amy-Lee Murray, Woolworths Format Development
Viva Energy Light Automotive Apprentice of the Year
Mitchell Vessey, Zupps Aspley
HVIA Heavy Commercial Industries Apprentice of the Year
Corin Brewer, Drake Trailers
Weld Australia Engineering and Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year
Lachlan Kemble, MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees
CTIAQ Recreational Vehicle Apprentice of the Year
Xavier Johansen, Caravan Repair Centre
Yokogawa Instrumentation Apprentice of the Year
Timmothy Dean, SEQ Water
MAS National School-based Apprentice of the Year
Layla Benstead, SJD Electrical, Bribie Island State High School
BUSY At Work General Manager's Apprentice of the Year
Lachlan Debel, NRG Services
CSQ Outstanding Apprentice of the Year
Amy-Lee Murray, Woolworths Format Development
AEN Small Employer of the Year
Aptella
Bailey Ladders Large Employer of the Year
McNab
2024 Finalists
TradeTools Carpentry Apprentice of the Year
Thomas Charles, William Jeffers, Harrison Steptoe
Coke Vending Furnishing Trades Apprentice of the Year
Jeremy Boulton, Chad Hayward, Brooklyn Parker-Jones
Cbus Construction Apprentice of the Year
Thomas Coyne, Taj Felsman, Dina Sobol
TAFE Queensland Foundation Painting and Decorating Apprentice of the Year
Shimeka Holland, Vaughan McGrath, Brendan Muir
Brick and Block Careers Bricklaying Apprentice of the Year
Kyle Banks, Hally Herrmann, Amy Stubbs
Reece Australia Plumbing and Gas Fitting Apprentice of the Year
James Galea, Samuel Hodge, Benjamin Kenny
MEGT Electrical Apprentice of the Year
Jedd Croxton, Tayler Raisbeck, Alexander Symonds
Fluke Australia Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Apprentice of the Year
Lachlan Debel, Stuart Jones, Amy-Lee Murray
Viva Energy Light Automotive Apprentice of the Year
Patrick Phillips, Nathan Tapuni, Mitchell Vessey
HVIA Heavy Commercial Industries Apprentice of the Year
Corin Brewer, Liam Chesterfield, Ziyaz Unus
Weld Australia Engineering and Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year
Erdmann Baumbach, Kayla Hansen-Austen, Lachlan Kemble
CTIAQ Recreational Vehicle Apprentice of the Year
Joel Jenkins, Xavier Johansen, Zackary Tozer
Yokogawa Instrumentation Apprentice of the Year
Michael Clark, Timmothy Dean, Abraham Irwin
MAS National School-based Apprentice of the Year
Sebastian Ahern, Layla Benstead, Matthew Greig
BUSY At Work General Manager's Apprentice of the Year
All category finalists are eligible for this award, which goes to an apprentice who has achieved greatness through adversity in their apprenticeship.
CSQ Outstanding Apprentice of the Year
All category finalists are eligible for this award, which goes to the most outstanding apprentice across all categories.
AEN Small Employer of the Year
Aptella, Iceman Group Australia, WIRED Overhead Solutions, 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas
Bailey Ladders Large Employer of the Year
Drake Trailers, Mader Group, McNab, Mike Carney Toyota, SPL Security Systems, Superior Walls & Ceilings, Woodland Fitouts
Hear from previous winners
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2024 TAFE Queensland - SkillsTech CSQ Apprentice Awards is attended by Apprentice Category finalist parties*, Employer Category finalists, Event Sponsors, TAFE Queensland representatives, and Queensland Government representatives.
*Apprentice Category finalist parties include the award finalist and one guest, plus their employer and one guest.
Each Apprentice Category finalist receives a ticket for themselves and one guest. Their employer also receives a ticket for themselves and one guest.
Each Employer Category finalist receives tickets for two company representatives.
Capacity at this event is limited, and there are no additional tickets available.
No, the 2024 TAFE Queensland - SkillsTech CSQ Apprentice Awards offers free tickets, food, and drink.
The Royal International Convention Centre is located just 1.5km from the city’s CBD in Bowen Hills and 15 minutes from Brisbane Airport.
When you arrive, head to The Plaza to find TAFE Queensland staff and signage.
Paid parking is available at the venue, along with taxi/rideshare service in the area and nearby public transport.
Our recommendation is that guest tickets are used for adults, with this event designed for apprentices and employers.
Alcohol service and adherance to Responsible Service of Alcohol guidelines will be monitored by the venue.
Cocktail attire is recommended for this event. All finalists will appear on stage as their category is announced, so dress to impress!
Yes, there will be professional photography throughout the night and all images will be made available to attendees shortly after the event.
With any further questions, or for clarification on the above, please contact us at SkillsTech.Marketing@tafeqld.edu.au