High standard at Isuzu Skills Comp

Well-known for drawing the best and brightest into the spotlight, the annual competition forms part of Isuzu Australia Limited’s (IAL) full-circle approach of developing its greatest resource — its people.

As such, IAL congratulated all participants and proudly announced the top two finalists, Jason Lee from Road Runner Mechanical Services and Connor Gillam from Major Motors, both hailing from Western Australia.

“I am so pleased to congratulate our two top finalists Jason and Connor, and to see the high calibre of apprentices and service technicians that have come through to the final stage of the National Technical Skills Competition,” said IAL Head of Aftersales, Brett Stewart.

“This competition encourages technicians to challenge themselves personally but also has a positive flow-on effect for the dealerships and Isuzu customers who benefit from their expertise.”

The 2023 NTSC followed the format of previous years, involving a written examination and a series of high-pressure practical tests under the watchful eye of judges.

This year’s competition emphasised the need for technicians to be able to respond quickly to new challenges and the emergent technology applying to Isuzu Trucks product.

Mr Stewart said he was impressed with the level of knowledge and rigour applied to solving these complex problems.

“These are the people who operate behind garage doors, behind the scenes, but there’s no other group within the business with more knowledge of the product and how it’s being used.

“From what I have seen with those participating in the competition, it leaves me with no doubt that the Isuzu Australia network has the right workforce, with the right skills to meet the challenges of the future,” said Mr Stewart.

For the two finalists of the technician’s round, a more immediate challenge will be competing as Team Australia in the international I-1 Grand Prix, which will be held in Japan next year.

Interested parties can discover career opportunities and more on becoming a certified technician with Isuzu Trucks here.