Growing up in the small town of Edenhope, Georgia Baxter, a second-year service technician apprentice accepted into the RedStart program, knows the important role that farmers and farm support services play in Australia’s economy.
RedStart is a dedicated program for apprentices and trainees to start a long-term and secure career at O’Connors.
We deliver on-the-job support and mentoring from experienced and qualified supervisors, as well as specialised Case IH training in state-of-the-art workshops and training facilities across the O’Connors Dealership Network.
RedStart apprentices also complete group training at TAFENSW in Wagga Wagga.
The facility has a dedicated Case IH training centre where apprentices are given skills and technical knowledge in a hands-on environment.
“The opportunity to complete training with other RedStart apprentices and getting the opportunity to work on the latest product range from Case IH was a big draw card,” Georgia said.
“We integrate real-world customer servicing and simulated training.
“It gives us the ability to create complex issues as a simulation and solve them in a controlled environment, so when the time comes for real, we are ready for the challenge.”
Wayne Sibrey, head teacher of automotive, is responsible for delivering the program to RedStart apprentices.
“No other training organisation or facility offers this type of dedicated ag mechanical training,” Wayne said.
“We have a partnership with Case IH who supply the latest machinery and components for the program, ensuring our students are given access to the most up-to-date and advanced equipment.”
“The RedStart program application process is easy, and there is a dedicated RedStart coordinator who is a great support,” he said.
“We also undertake group training as a year level which is a great networking opportunity. You get to know all the other apprentices and create good professional relationships,” Georgia said.
“Day-to-day I assist senior service technicians in repairing and servicing all types of machinery.
“Learning from the senior technicians is really rewarding, and it’s amazing how much they know – and as mentors, they are a great source of information and confidence when working on high-performance machinery.”
For further information, email redstart@jjoconnor.com.au, phone 0448 598 000 or visit https://www.oconnorscareers.com.au/redstart