Two Holmesglen finalists in the upcoming Victorian Training Awards

The latest milestones further our reputation and achievement at the Victorian Training Awards. We are a five-time Industry Collaboration award winner, and our learners have also been recognised over the years.

This year, our finalists' contributions span key training areas, including from our electrical courses and civil construction training.

Apprentice of the Year finalist, Emma has demonstrated exceptional achievements as a qualified electrician and strong advocate for women in trades. She completed her TAFE apprenticeship training in Melbourne, when studying the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician course, while also completing a Bachelor of Commerce at Monash University.

With four years of hands-on experience at Wow Electrical Services, she now contributes to both technical work and business operations. Passionate about renewable energy and committed to gender diversity in trades, Emma has built a strong social media online platform reaching over 2.5 million viewers with her electrical training and trades focused content. She inspires women to pursue trade careers and helps reshape perceptions in traditionally male-dominated industries.

In the Employer Award for Apprenticeship Development category, Spark consortium is recognised for its partnership with Holmesglen to address workforce needs on Melbourne’s North East Link Project by developing tunnelling apprentices and pathways.

Through a tailored training package aligned to Certificate III in Civil Construction course training, the program is Victoria’s first to incorporate three tunnelling methods.

Targeting both new and experienced workers, it includes recognition of prior learning to broaden access. So far, 352 trainees have enrolled, including 18 women.

Training is conducted at the Victorian Tunnelling Centre at Holmesglen, supported by simulation and VR technologies to promote safety, skills development, and future employment in a growing industry.

Congratulations to both finalists as we look forward to the 2025 Victorian Training Awards on the 19 September.