VET IN SCHOOLS STUDENT OF THE YEAR
This Award recognises a student currently enrolled in a Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Schools welding or metal fabrication program who demonstrates outstanding promise in the field. The nominee should exhibit a high level of enthusiasm, a strong commitment to developing their technical skills, and a proactive attitude towards learning and growth in the welding and fabrication industry.
Nominator Contact Details
Please provide the details for the main contact for the award entry. If any correspondence is required, this person will be contacted. Note that all fields are mandatory. If you are nominating yourself for the award, please list your own contact details.
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Last Name
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Company Name
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Address
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Young Welding Professional Contact Details
Please provide the details of the young welding professional being nominated for the award. Note that all fields are mandatory.
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Title
Company Name
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Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Please confirm the state in which the person being nominated lives and works:
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New South Wales or ACT
Queensland or Northern Territory
Victoria or Tasmania
South Australia
Western Australia
I confirm that I agree to all conditions of entry. These can be viewed: https://weldaustralia.com.au/2025-welding-excellence-awards-conditions-of-entry/
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Photos
Please upload two photos as per the instructions below. These photos will be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to: PowerPoint presentations at event ceremonies, in Weld Australia’s newsletters, EDMs, magazines, social media and website. By uploading the photos, you confirm that you have the permission of all people photographed for their use in promotional purposes. Please note that the files must be either a JPEG or a PNG. The file must also be over 1MG in size, but the larger the better.
Please upload a photo of the welding professional—this should be an action shot of them working
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Brief Biography (500 words maximum)
Please provide a brief biography of the young welding professional being nominated for the Award. This should include details of any training or qualifications, a summary of their professional experience, their key skills, and any major projects or achievements. It should also summarise why they deserve to win the award.
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Award Criteria: Demonstrated Skill and Learning Progression (500 words maximum)
Describe how the student demonstrates an emerging high level of skill and craftsmanship through their VET training. Include examples such as successful project completions, practical test results, or work experience placements.
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Award Criteria: Commitment to Learning and the Industry (500 words maximum)
Explain how the student has shown commitment to their learning and the welding or fabrication industry. This may include a positive attitude, enthusiasm in the classroom or workshop, participation in extra-curricular training, or seeking mentoring opportunities.
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Award Criteria: Future Aspirations and Development (500 words maximum)
Outline the student’s aspirations within the welding and fabrication sector. Detail any further training or apprenticeship pathways they intend to pursue, and how they plan to develop professionally within the industry.
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