April 28, 2015

Two A.G. Coombs apprentices have been recognised at this year’s Student of the Year Awards, presented by the Box Hill Institute of TAFE.

First year plumbing apprentice, Jessica Malouf (A.G. Coombs Projects), was presented with the “Vocational Student of the Year Award”, for her pre-apprenticeship studies.

Third year refrigeration apprentice, Ryan O’Connor (A.G. Coombs Service), was a finalist in the “Third Year Apprentice of the Year Award”. In previous years at this event, Ryan has received the “2014 First Year Apprentice of the Year – Alan Broadhead Award” and the “2013 First Year Outstanding Student of the Year Award” for Refrigeration / Air Conditioning.

Successful nominees were chosen from over 35,000 enrolments, with award winners and finalists recognised for their outstanding academic achievement, leadership qualities, industry service and commitment to learning.

Jessica said of her win “I’ve always had an interest in plumbing – I was intrigued by gas fitting setups! I am very proud to have won this award, and would like to thank both the Box Hill Institute and A.G. Coombs for their continuous support”.

A.G. Coombs operates a structured and comprehensive Apprenticeship Program to ensure that its apprentices make the most of their training opportunities and become effective, capable and qualified tradespeople with the capacity for ongoing career and personal development.

A.G. Coombs congratulates Jessica and Ryan on their well deserved achievements.

The Building Services Industry has great opportunities for apprentices and trainees in Mechanical Plumbing, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Electrical, Sprinkler Fitting, Drafting and Engineering.

For more information on A.G. Coombs’ outstanding apprenticeship and traineeship programs, please contact us.

A.G. Coombs plumbing apprentice, Jessica Malouf, winner of the “2015 Vocational Student of the Year Award”, presented by the Box Hill Institute of TAFE