As part of our partnership with the Polly Farmer Foundation, we recently hosted 21 students at our Bibra Lake Employee Development Centre to get a taste of the life at Monadelphous! 

The cohort of students was a mix of years 8, 9 and 10 from schools across the southwest who are part of the Follow the Dream Program.

The students engaged in hands on experience with some of our plant and equipment, including a ride on an EWP, operating a fire extinguisher, dressing up in protective welding gear and even operating a crane. 

Mark Thygesen, Employee Development Centre Manager, said that the purpose of the activity was to provide the students with some insight into the industry and discuss the employment pathways opportunities at Monadelphous.

"The underlying message through all the discussions was to teach the kids about jobs and pathways within our industry and how to be intentional about starting, committing and achieving," said Mark.

"They were all really excited at the opportunity to operate the machinery, it's something they will talk about and remember for a long time. At that age, they don't know what they don't know yet, so seeing and doing something new and exciting leaves a lasting impression." he said.

The students asked many questions throughout the morning, and a number of them expressed their interest in working for Monadelphous one day.

The Follow the Dream Program is part of our ongoing partnership with the Polly Farmer Foundation, where we continue to give students access to benefits and opportunities on employment pathways within our industry.