Diploma Group Shepparton
Chris
I graduated from McGuire College in 2008 with my VCE certificate and was eagerly looking forward to the next challenge. I felt as though further university study wasn’t for me, but I wanted something more mentally challenging than a trade apprenticeship, but still something that would give me a nationally recognised degree. After working in Cadetship for over a year I have realised how invaluable the work experience really is, then you also get a diploma and get paid for it all! I have now been employed at Visy Foods for the last year and am really getting a good knowledge of how everything operates and the size of the supply chain that is involved, I have been moved through several aspects of the business from stock control, to managing the production spoilage through the OH&S side and now managing all the export from the Shepparton site. The cadetship is a great initiative that has enabled me to keep living locally, keep playing footy and learn some valuable information that will help me further my career in this exciting and always changing industry.
Amy
Profile coming soon.
Matthew
I graduated from Rushworth P-12 College in 2005. I received a reasonable TER score but was unsure on what path was best suited for me. After juggling numerous options such as university, a trade or full time work I still hadn't made a decision. Having come from a family farm I sought part time off farm work in 2002/2003. I was taken up by a local farmer which specialised in Agriculture/Horticulture & Viticulture. When I finished my VCE, I stayed with this organisation as a full time employee and assisted in setting up a semi - dried export food facility. Through working through all aspects of the operation, I gained a widespread knowledge of Logistics: from cultivation to the consumer. It wasn't until my girlfriend told me about the TDT program that I applied and was successful. I am currently in my second year at Kreskas Bros Transport and thoroughly enjoying the challenges and the work environment. Everyone throughout the workforce here has been extremely supportive, helpful and has provided me with a vast array of knowledge I will be able to use well into the future. The cadetship offers a fulltime job, a Diploma and best of all, it is all paid for. I highly recommend taking up an opportunity like this as it has absolutely no boundaries.
Luke
I successfully completed VCE at the end of 2006 at Kyabram Secondary College. My interests include playing and coaching footy and being out with mates. Previously I had been working full time in Hospitality and saw this Cadetship as a great opportunity to be able to establish a career in an industry that appealed to me. The course is very beneficial as you get paid while working and undertaking study. The study blocks are great because you are able to cross reference topics that you learn to aspects experienced in the workplace and apply the knowledge learnt when you go back to work. Also, you also get the chance to go to seminars and trips to relevant logistics workplaces. Currently I am working for Unilever in Tatura. They are very supportive of the program and offer me any advice that they can. The job is enjoyable and has allowed me to learn and observe different aspects of logistics in a working environment.
Maddie
After completing VCE, I had no idea what I wanted to do. I received a good enter score and a few university offers as well but looked for opportunities to stay in the local area and work full time. My hobbies include hanging out with mates, listening to music and playing soccer with the Shepparton South Senior Women’s Team which I captain. I applied for the Cadetship because it seemed like a good learning experience that provides on the job training with qualifications received at TAFE and the advantage of being paid during study blocks. The things learn at TAFE are valuable and can be applied to real life situations in the workplace. I currently work at Unilever in Tatura, working in the Supply Chain Planning department and will soon be moving into Warehousing. The management and other staff have been extremely friendly, supportive and helpful, and heightened the learning experience for me. The cadetship offers great opportunities for my present and future.
