Geoffrey Arthur Smith Memorial - Apprentice of the Year

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Welcome to the application process for the Apprentice of the Year - Geoffrey Arthur Smith Memorial award. This award celebrates the hard work, dedication, and passion of young individuals who have chosen to pursue excellence in plumbing.

This Award will recognise a fourth-year apprentice, employed by a licensed plumbing contractor in WA, who continues to improve through hard work and dedication to the plumbing trade. Judges will want evidence of a strong work ethic, enthusiasm for learning and excellent practical plumbing skills. The judges may also take other personal attributes into consideration before deciding who will win this important Award.

Together, let's celebrate the future of the plumbing trade by honouring the apprentices who are shaping it.

Your Name (person submitting)*

First NameLast Name

Relationship to Apprentice*

Email*

Phone Number*

Apprentice's Name*

First NameLast Name

Age*

Employed by*

(Licensed Plumbing Contractor in WA)

Email*

Phone Number*

Contact Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

You must complete all sections of the online entry form including a detailed statement, limited to 500 words, related to your work as a plumbing apprentice.

Work Ethic and Dedication*

Describe the apprentice's dedication and hard work in their trade. Provide examples of commitment and persistence.

Enthusiasm for Learning*

Explain how the apprentice demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new skills and continuous improvement.

Practical Plumbing Skills*

Detail the apprentice's technical proficiency and excellent practical plumbing skills, including specific achievements or milestones.

Personal Attributes*

Share any additional personal attributes that make the apprentice stand out. This could include leadership qualities, community involvement, or other characteristics that contribute to their excellence.

In what ways has the apprentice used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support their training, learning, or skills development during their apprenticeship?*

You must provide three references with contact details to be eligible. Please fill out the complete information for all three references below.

References*

Project Samples

Please attach any recent project samples including details and images relevant to the award. Accepted formats include CSV, DOC, PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP. File sizes should not exceed 10MB.

Business Images

Please attach any relevant images of owners, staff, office, vehicles, equipment, etc. Accepted formats include CSV, DOC, PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP. File sizes should not exceed 10MB.

Supporting Documents

Please attach any relevant documentation, such as customer testimonials, compliance certificates, training records, etc. Accepted formats include CSV, DOC, PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP. File sizes should not exceed 10MB.

We must receive your entry by close of business on Wednesday 31 December 2025.

Please Note: You must agree to be interviewed for consideration.

The decision of the judges will be final. For any enquiries, please contact the office on 9471 6661 or via email at mail@mpawa.asn.au.

I hereby certify that all information provided is accurate and complete.*

Agree

Please note: Once submitted, applications cannot be modified, if you have forgotten to attach a file or an image please do not attempt to submit another application. Instead, please send an email to mail@mpawa.asn.au with documents attached