Submissions are now open for the REDARC Young Technician of the Year award.
This prestigious award, open to VASA members or those working in VASA member businesses, aims to recognise and celebrate the exceptional talent and contributions of individuals under 30 years of age within the automotive industry.
Intended to provide a platform that will honour the recipient's achievements in front of industry leaders, experts, and peers, the biennial REDARC Young Technician of the Year Award will inspire others to develop their skills, talents, and leadership qualities, creating a ripple effect of improvement throughout the automotive industry.
As part of the award, the winner will receive a $5000 retail value prize of items of their choosing from the current REDARC catalogue.
The recipient will have the unique opportunity to connect with industry mentors and peers with a fully funded attendance to the 2024 VASA Wire and Gas Convention, including travel to and from the event, accommodation, and registration.
Organised by VASA, Australasia’s peak trade association for specialists in auto air-conditioning, electrical and thermal management, the Wire & Gas convention is renowned for attracting the best brains in the business, delivering an arsenal of knowledge and skills that help attendees navigate the rapid technological change and hot competition facing the automotive sector.
"We are thrilled to host the inaugural REDARC Young Technician of the Year Award at Wire & Gas 2024 as, like REDARC, VASA believes in nurturing and empowering the next generation of automotive professionals," said VASA president Brett Meads.
"This award underscores REDARC’s commitment to fostering innovation, leadership, and excellence within the automotive industry, and the VASA board couldn’t be more proud for the association to be a part of it."
Submissions will closeJ une 30, 2024 and the winner will be selected in late July 2024, allowing ample time for travel and accommodation arrangements.
For more information about the award criteria and to nominate, visit redarcelectronics.com/au/young-technician-of-the-year-award.
