Joshua Newham

Former student Joshua Newham is a very keen young man who worked to pursue a school based apprenticeship in carpentry. His persistance and strong work ethic have resulted in a postive step forward in his persuit of future goals. Initially things weren’t happening as planned, but he picked himself up after the disappointing lack of progress. He identified an opportunity to engage in a work experience program with McNab builders.

As a component of the work experience, students have the chance to demonstrate their suitability to the business and the trade. He worked hard at proving he was worthy and could be a valuable future employee.

Later in the year McNab held interviews for post school positions as carpentry apprentices. Joshua applied, having already gained a feel for the company through his work experience placement. He was successful in achieving his dream job, and with a great organisation. This year I made contact with his mum to check in to see how Joshua was travelling with his new job. To say the least, mum is so proud and happy for such a wonderful outcome. I have shared below some of the email response from Joshua’s mum.

I would like to emphasise the career opportunities ahead for Joshua. We are seeing organisations are more often investing in young employees with study options for future progression within the business.  

From Mrs Newham: 

Hi Rob,

Oh Josh has struck gold with McNab. What a wonderful company they are. Josh is loving it. He is working locally on a housing project at booval. They are building some community housing units. He has also been working at Oxley on a retirement village project. 

They treat him with respect and the training and safety is next level. He’s worked overtime every day so he’s very excited about his pay check. 

He has a career path with McNab and they asked that the apprentices just bring a positive attitude and they will do the rest. Trevor and I are very impressed. 

The best thing he did was apply for that work experience in the holidays. He has his confidence back and he gets up and heads off to work without complaining.  

They have given him tool vouchers and health and well-being vouchers. It’s unbelievable. These kids don’t know how lucky they are. Highly recommend them for students!

Thank you again for giving Josh such a great start.