Apprentice of the Year Amy Hunt forges a new path

Inspired by her father, a panel beater, and her brother, a sign writer, it’s no surprise that Amy has also developed a passion in trade. Her interest, coupled with a previous unfulfilled work experience, drove her to start looking for a different career option. She jumped at her first opportunity by taking up an apprenticeship in the power industry. Not only was she learning so much about various tool skills and workplace safety, but perseverance was another lesson that gave her the strength to keep pushing beyond what she thought possible.

Throughout her four-year apprenticeship with Western Power, Amy faced some difficult personal challenges while trying to make the most of her training. Her parents underwent battles with their respective health issues when she first started her apprenticeship. With the support of her family, friends and her employer, she managed to complete a Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Cable Jointing with Power Training Services, Western Power’s registered training organisation. The apprenticeship had unlocked an opportunity for a full-time trade career in the power industry.

Despite all the obstacles, Amy’s integrity and resilience has earned her the 2022 Western Power Apprentice of the Year accolade, followed by the WA Apprentice of the Year award at the 2023 WA Training Awards and Apprentice of the Year award at the 2023 Australian Training Awards.