"Everyday is a challenge and that's why I love it."

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Paul Taurima

"The skills that I'm learning while doing my apprenticeship will stay with me forever. I can take them with me overseas. It just opens up so many options."

What made you consider this path?

One of the main reasons Paul chose to do an apprenticeship was so he could earn money while learning. The skills that I’m learning while doing my apprenticeship will stay with me forever. I can take them with me overseas. It just opens up so many options.

What is the best thing about an apprenticeship?

Every day is a challenge and that’s why I love it. Everyone knows I’m an apprentice and if they see I need help, they step in. Having a young manager and foreman in the workshop is good because they still know what it’s like to be an apprentice.

What advice would you give to school leavers?
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