Six young people who have started their careers at Logan City Council have been recognised for their accomplishments at the 16th annual Trainee and Apprentice Awards.
The awards celebrate council staff who epitomise the organisation's values while gaining a nationally-recognised qualification.
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Young trainees from across the city have been rewarded.
Trainee of the Year went to Slacks Creek's isabella Robertson, who is completing a certificate 3 in events.
Council said Ms Robertson was an excellent ambassador for the program.
"She has followed a traineeship pathway despite pressure to attend university from her school community," a spokesman said.
"She consistently demonstrates enthusiasm and has an accomplished list of achievements."
Greenbank local Tia Van Veldhuizen, who is completing a certificate 4 in marketing, won the Creative Excellence award.
The self-described introvert has been a star in the program.
She developed strong relationships and completed more than 50 pieces of work during her studies.
Jai Storey, from Crestmead, won Apprentice of The Year, while Hillcrest's Kimberley Barnes won the Community First award.
Boronia Heights lad Mark Cave, who is studying automotive servicing, won School Based Trainee of the Year.
Business Certificate 3 student Tristan Davidson won the Leadership award.
Mayor Darren Power said council was proud to provide employment opportunities for local young people.
"We offer more than 20 traineeships and apprenticeships each year across council's diverse offering of programs and services," Cr Power said.
"For many of these young people, it's their first step into the workforce and the skills they gain can set them up for an incredibly successful future."
Cr Power said this year's cohort of trainees and apprentices had experienced circumstances very unusual to previous years.
"As council staff adapted to working during a pandemic, so did our trainees and apprentices. As a result, they have developed an extra sense of resilience while also completing their qualifications," he said.
"These people are the future leaders of our city, and demonstrate the great potential of young people in our community."
Applications are now open for the next intake of traineeships and apprenticeships with council.
Cr Power said successful candidates would benefit from learning and development opportunities and job-readiness training in addition to completing qualifications.
Positions are available across a wide range of areas including allied health, business, civil construction, animal management, engineering, events, libraries, sport and recreation, pest management, wastewater treatment and heavy vehicle mechanics.
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