Written by Squadron Energy |
Justin Toomey-White on the left and Aserie Willie second from the right.
The course was facilitated by Squadron Energy, run by local Registered Training Organisations SKIVL and Integral, and funded by Training Services. It provided training to equip participants for roles on project sites throughout the Central West Orana REZ, including civil construction skills, vehicle operation and maintenance and work safety.
The presence of multiple projects and employers meeting the graduates only underscores the depth of opportunities now within reach.
With $130,000 worth of training, the highlight of the day was a powerful display of female leadership, with plans to include more women to join future rounds of training.
Friday’s certificate presentation, attended by representatives from Training Services NSW, Aboriginal Affairs, EnergyCo, and key project developers, was a moment of well-earned recognition for the trainees.
“The event celebrated not just achievement, but grit, collaboration, and support among the cohort - qualities that stood out across the program,” Mr Toomey-White said.
Proud Wiradjuri Man from Nanima, Aserie Willie, who has already started work with NACAP said the training opportunity was a game changer for him.
“I got so much out of the course, and now I’ve started my new job with NACAP on Squadron’s Uungula Wind Farm project,” Mr Willie said.
“This has given me the skills and expertise to get a job on local projects, which has been an incredible opportunity and I’m very grateful.”
