This year the USU New Gen Committee is again presenting two special awards to two special members. The Apprentice/Trainee of the Year and Mentor of the Year. Due to their enthusiastic interest in supporting younger workers Active Super is proudly sponsoring both Awards.
1. The Active Super Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award: $2,500.
Awarded to a USU member, currently undertaking a workplace apprentice/traineeship, who deserves recognition. Due to their enthusiastic interest in younger workers “Active Super” is proudly providing a prize of $2,500 to the winner to supercharge their career!
This important award has been an annual commendation for over 10 years to promote ongoing New Gen campaigns in increasing apprentice/traineeships across the USU industries. The USU thanks Active Super for their partnership with the New Gen Committee to support these Awards.
The winner will be announced and presented their award at this year’s USU Conference in August.
CRITERIA: Please ensure you tick all the criteria and attach supporting evidence.
- The nominator and nominee are financial USU members, please provide membership numbers.
- The nominee is undertaking a recognised qualification by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) please provide a copy of the RTO course details.
- The nominee is respected by peers and their fellow union members – please complete the nominators, and provide two supporting statements below.
2. The Active Super Mentor of the Year Award: $500.
Awarded to a USU member who actively engages with workers, creates harmony in their team environment, and has an awareness of issues that affects all workers. Due to their enthusiastic interest in supporting younger workers “Active Super” is proudly providing a prize of $500 to the winner as recognition of their efforts in providing vital skills and guidance to younger workers.
This important award has been an annual commendation for over 10 years to promote ongoing New Gen campaigns in increasing apprentice/traineeships across the USU industries. The USU thanks Active Super for their partnership with the New Gen Committee to support these Awards.
The winner will be announced and presented their award at this year’s USU Conference.
CRITERIA: Please ensure you tick all the criteria and attach supporting evidence.
- The nominator and nominee are financial USU members, please provide membership numbers.
- The nominee has actively mentored workers, please provide examples if available demonstrating mentoring in the workplace.
- The nominee is respected by their peers and their fellow union members – please complete the nominator’s statement and, provide two supporting statements.
How do I nominate someone?
****Visit our Scholarships and Awards page here and complete the online nomination forms.****
or email lhutchinson@usu.org.au
Submissions close at 5 pm Friday 2nd August 2024.
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If you have any questions about this email, please contact USU New Gen Committee Group Officer Luke Hutchinson on 0419 761 323 or via email at lhutchinson@usu.org.au
Our great winners from 2023
Jayden Simms wins Apprentice of the Year
Congratulations to Jayden Simms of Shoalhaven Council for winning the 2023 USU Apprentice of the Year Award. Hardworking, bright and dedicated, Jayden is a huge asset to his team and Shoalhaven Council.
Earlier this year, Jayden won the Illawarra and South Coast Training Award for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander of the Year and the Illawarra Regional Training Award for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year.
He has since been nominated for the NSW State Awards in the same category.
A big thank you to Active Super for giving Jayden $2500 in prize money.
Pictured: From left to right: Kyle Loades, Chairperson, Active Super, Jayden Simms (Apprentice of the Year and Waste Operator, Shoalhaven Council), Graeme Kelly OAM (General Secretary, USU), Sharon Sewell (President, USU), Luke Hutchinson (Organiser, USU).
Mathew Pfeifer wins Mentor of the Year
Without the positive influences of genuine mentors in the workplace, an Apprentice/Trainee award could not be held, so we yet again celebrate mentors and award the 2023 USU New Gen Committee and Active Super Mentor of the Year to Mathew Pfeifer – Team Leader for Carpentry and Joinery, from the City of Newcastle.
While undertaking his key role in Council, Mathew has selflessly continued to mentor and develop many apprentices over the years at Newcastle. According to his nominees Mathew is always available to answer questions, provide support and offer advice. He assists his mentees develop and sustain a network of professional colleagues so they can benefit from ongoing support and opportunities for growth throughout their career. He promotes respect and harmony in the office and is a pleasure to work with.
As a mentor, Mathew has gone beyond teaching technical skills. He has patiently explained complex techniques. One of his greatest strengths is his ability to lead by example. He consistently demonstrates a high level of skill and expertise in his trade, inspiring his team members to strive for excellence. Congratulations Mathew.
Pictured: Kyle Loades, Mathew Pfeifer, Graeme Kelly OAM, Sharon Sewell and Luke Hutchinson.
