Born 2 Build SA

PEER Apprentice, Isabella LaVista, is currently undertaking her 4th year electrical apprenticeship with host employers Elech Mech Services and has been collecting accolades along the way.

Isabella was the recipient of not one, but two category wins in the HiViZ Women’s Excellence Awards in 2025 - Tradeswoman of the Year and Rising Star. Isabella shared her thoughts following her win;

”I want to get the message out that girls can not only do a trade but also thrive in a trade. I want to make a difference so we can achieve the norm of ‘people in trade’ instead of ‘women in trade’.”

Isabella’s achievements are a testament to her talent and dedication, and she wants to encourage other young people to consider taking up a trade;

“I chose to do an electrical apprenticeship because I knew I’d thrive in a hands-on workplace, having struggled to pay attention and sit still in school. I’d recommend a trade career to anyone who may feel the same as I did towards school or a desk job - an apprenticeship is a great way to kickstart your career and earn while you learn!”

Discover more inspiring stories and explore the many career pathways available in the industry in our Career Handbook: https://born2build.com.au/career-handbook

Our Born to Build team went on a Regional Career Roadshow over the past two weeks, visiting Kadina, Port Pirie and Port Lincoln.

Over 1,500 students from Orrorroo, to Coffin Bay visited the Born to Build stall to talk about an apprenticeship and careers in the building and construction industry.

The need for regional housing is accelerating, with more than 26,000 new homes required across regional SA (including the Limestone Coast, Murray Mallee, and Yorke Peninsula) over the next 25 years. That's why roadshows like this, that introduce young people and locals to a career in the trades are so important to the future of our developing regional areas.

There has never been a better time to get into an apprenticeship, whether you're in the metro or regionals!

Find out more and apply here - https://born2build.com.au/

📷 - Students from Jamestown, Ororroo, Kadina, Port Pirie and Port Lincoln and surrounds at the Born to Build Regional Career Roadshow.

From apprentice bricklayer to CEO of Bianco Precast, Dino is living proof of the incredible career paths waiting in building and construction. 🏗️

Discover how a career in this dynamic industry can change your life. Check out our Born2Build Career Handbook today: https://born2build.com.au/career-handbook

Inspiring future builders in Port Lincoln!
The team recently headed to the Eyre Peninsula for the Port Lincoln regional career expo. With over 500 students in attendance, it was a fantastic opportunity for them to connect with local youth and showcase the diverse career pathways available within the building and construction industry.

To give students a true feel for the trades, the team brought along interactive, hands-on activities, allowing the students to immerse themselves and gain firsthand knowledge of the industry.

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📣 Know an apprentice, a woman, or an Indigenous person who has displayed exceptional efforts working in building and construction? 📣

Nominate someone today for the Brian Seidler AM Memorial Scholarship 🏆

Scholarship recipients must:
• Be currently working in building & construction
• Display excellence in their field of work
• Display a passion for working in building & construction
• Be an inspiration to others through drive, tenacity and values
• Strive to improve workplace culture
• Work with an employer who is an MBA member

💰Scholarship winners may be awarded $10,000 for use in approved training and professional development.

Applications close on 31 July 2026. It’s a quick easy process to apply - find details here: https://ow.ly/axUv50Z5ZxX

National Careers Week 11-17 May

The Born to Build team visited Seaford Secondary College during National Careers Week to host a panel of speakers, including reps from PEER, ATEC - Adelaide Training & Employment Centre: RTO code 0022, Milne Projects and HPG Homes.

The panellists discussed the many opportunities available to school students considering a pathway in the trades and all the benefits of a career in the building and construction industry in SA including getting paid to learn, nationally recognised qualification and secure employment.

The demand for skills is only increasing, so planning a career in the trades is a very good move!

To find out more about a trade apprenticeship, enquire now - https://born2build.com.au/enquiry/
Thank you to the Panellists for joining us and supporting the Born to Build Program!

As Employer Partner for the Building and Construction pathway, Born to Build is proud to partner with Technical Colleges and Bloom Leadership to deliver a four-part leadership workshop series for students at Tonsley.

The first session encouraged students to explore different leadership approaches, reflect on their own strengths, and consider the important role leadership plays both on-site and throughout life.

Tom Jonas is excited about the collaboration “…bringing industry leaders into schools reinforces an important message for students: leadership is not just a school concept, but a critical skill for success in business, employment, and entrepreneurship.”

Benjamin Dening, Industry Program Lead - Building & Construction at Tonsley Tech College said “The Bloom Leadership session was a great entry point to build discussion with our students and helping them understand how they are led by those around them and how we all have leadership opportunities every day. The accessibility of the content was a big positive from my end, as students were using it in our discussions later in the day."

The Born to Build team are thrilled the first session has been so well received!

Nat von Bertouch

High school graduate ➡️ Carpenter apprentice ➡️ Construction Management student.

Hugo’s career progression is a masterclass in industry flexibility. By diving into estimating and project management while earning his degree, he’s unlocked endless opportunities. Now, he gets to decide exactly where his construction career takes him next.

Read more about Hugo Kregar on page 72 of the Career Handbook.https://born2build.com.au/career-handbook

Day 2 of the regional Career Roadshow is underway! With approximately 550 registered students visiting, Cass and Chris have had a busy day connecting with students and running hands-on activities to highlight career pathways in the building and construction industry.

Enquire about becoming an apprentice today! - https://born2build.com.au/enquiry/

Pictured: Cass and Chris’ setup at Port Pirie with students from John Pirie High School, St Marks College - Port Pirie, Orrorroo and Jamestown High School.

Cass and Chris are visiting 3 locations across the stunning Yorke Peninsula and Spencer Gulf for the regional Career Roadshow. They can’t wait to chat with local students and open their eyes to the fantastic career opportunities waiting for them in building and construction! 🏗️🙌

Our team will be at the following locations:
Kadina - Wed 20 May
Port Pirie - Thurs 21 May
Port Lincoln - Tues 2 June

Find out more about the Career Roadshow here - https://unihubsg.org/2025/12/23/2026-career-roadshow/

Enquire about becoming an apprentice today! - https://born2build.com.au/enquiry/

Pictured: Born to Build team, Cass and Chris, set up at Kadina, Chris overseeing activities with students from Ardrossan High, and Kadina High.