Are you the Carpentry Apprentice of the Year 2009? | | |||
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The Registered Master Builders Apprentice of the Year competition in association with Carters recognises excellence amongst carpentry apprentices and raises awareness of careers in the building and construction industry. It is a joint initiative run by the Registered Master Builders Federation (RMBF), principal sponsor Carters and the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO). |
2008 Apprentice of the Year
National Winners ![]() Left to Right Shane Swan - Bay of Plenty (2nd), Joe Dobson - Southern (1st) and Roger Townley - Upper South Island (3rd) Regions for the 2009 competition are:
A map of the regions is available Winners from the regional competition will go on to compete for the National Apprentice of the Year title in Wellington. | |||
Who Can Enter?The competition is open to ALL young carpentry apprentices. You don't have to work for a Registered Master Builder or be doing a BCITO apprenticeship. You must be employed with a building company or individual builder (including at the time of judging) and; To enter you must:
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How Do I Enter?Entries open on 6 April 2009. RMBF will distribute entry kits through the Building Today Magazine, RMB Associations and Regional Service Officers. >>Click here<< to download a copy of the entry form. You can also contact the BCITO or visit your local Carters store to get an entry form. | ||||
The Competition is Judged in Three Stages:Entry formThe entry form is your first chance to impress the judges so make sure it's your best work! You'll need to include a short description of why you think you're the best apprentice in the region as well as comments from your employer and training provider. You'll also need to describe a building project you are working on or have finished to demonstrate your skill and learning. >>Click here<< to download a copy of the entry form. To view an example of completed entry form >> click here<< InterviewsAll entrants will be required to attend an interview, so we can check you out in person. Onsite judgingFinalists in the regional competitions will receive a site visit from the judges. This is your chance to showcase your knowledge and skills on your own turf. Each regional winner will go on to compete for the national title in Wellington. Prize PacksThrough the support of sponsors, we are offering a substantial prize, which includes:
Regional place getters receive a prize pack, which includes:
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Download a copy of the AOY brochure >>here<< | ||||
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