ATEC Proudly Sponsoring the 2025 HIA South Australian Apprentice Awards

What a night! On Friday, 22 August, ATEC was proud to stand alongside industry leaders as a sponsor of the HIA South Australian Apprentice Awards, held at the National Wine Centre. The event celebrated the dedication, skill, and hard work of apprentices across South Australia, highlighting the next generation of talented tradespeople who are building the future of our industry.

As part of the evening, ATEC’s Assistant RTO Operations Manager, Damien Pawson, had the honour of presenting the Second Year Apprentice Award, proudly sponsored by ATEC. This award recognises apprentices who have demonstrated outstanding skill, commitment, and professionalism in their trade.

Celebrating this year’s outstanding winners:

• First Year Apprentice – Eliza Wegner
• Second Year Apprentice – William May (ATEC sponsored)
• Third Year Apprentice – Angus McKay
• Fourth Year Apprentice – Ben Colliver
• Training in Excellence – Jesse Slager

The HIA Apprentice Awards are an important opportunity to recognise the incredible talent and hard work of apprentices across South Australia. It’s inspiring to see these young professionals excelling in their trades, and we’re proud to support an event that celebrates their achievements.

ATEC has a long-standing commitment to supporting apprentices and the broader training industry. Sponsoring the HIA Apprentice Awards allows ATEC to stand alongside employers, industry bodies, and the next generation of tradespeople, reinforcing our dedication to high-quality training and career development opportunities.

The night was a celebration not just of individual achievement, but of the apprenticeships sector as a whole. It highlighted the essential role apprentices play in maintaining a skilled workforce and ensuring the continued growth and innovation of the building and construction industry in South Australia.

A huge thank you to HIA for hosting such an important event and for showcasing the incredible talent emerging in our industry. ATEC is proud to continue supporting initiatives that invest in the future of South Australia’s tradespeople.