Year 10 WSSC student Nate Klippel never anticipated that his future would be in butchery. However, through his casual employment at Cavanagh’s Tallangatta Butchery, he has now secured a Head Start School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship (SBAT), allowing him to begin working towards his Certificate III in Meat Processing and Retail Butchery with William Angliss Institute as an Apprentice Butcher.
Nate has quickly adapted to the trade, beginning to learn essential skills such as breaking down cuts of meat, making sausages, and engaging with customers. With the expert guidance of experienced butcher Greg Cavanagh and his team, Nate’s growing attention to detail and appreciation for the craft will continue to develop. Employer Greg said that it’s great to give young people their start in this industry particularly with a shortage of qualified butchers. Nate said he was looking forward to learning more hands-on skills for the shop. Jess Klippel from BUSY At Work apprenticeships said she loves seeing young people start out in their careers which align with their passions.
We are incredibly proud of Nate for choosing this unique path to explore his future in a traditional trade and industry. A special thank you to Greg and his team for generously sharing their extensive knowledge and fostering such a passionate work environment, offering Nate this invaluable opportunity. Shout out to Renae WSSC Career advisor for her support.
If you know of a young person who wants to transfer their casual or part time passion into a career defining pathway, please reach out to Shane Crispin on 0476 076 258 or via email shane.Crispin@education.vic.gov.au