Alsco’s apprentice support and development
- Gavin Smith
- Nov 16, 2021
- 1 min read
Richard Riwai is a shining example of Alsco’s apprentice support and development opportunities, becoming the newly appointed Palmerston North Engineering Manager.
"I started with Alsco in 2013 as a washroom team member. and I was then promoted to team coordinator in the washroom after a year. I was the Washroom Team Coordinator for 12 to 14 months when an opportunity came up in the Palmerston North Engineering Department to fill an Engineers position.
I was offered a six-month trial in the Engineering Department with a possible apprenticeship at the end of the trial. I got through the trial and did my apprenticeship over the next 3 and 1/2 years. I finished the qualification and became a fully qualified Maintenance Engineer in the team here in Palmerston North. When the Engineering Manager vacancy came about, I applied for the position and was successful. I am now as excited as ever to get my feet under the Managers desk and lead the Palmerston North Engineering team to the next level."
Richard Riwai PALMERSTON NORTH ENGINEERING MANAGER former Engineering Apprentice
Really inspiring to see how Alsco backed Richard through that six-month trial and then the full apprenticeship — his move from washroom team member to Engineering Manager shows what real development looks like. By the way, I keep a free Satisfactory production calculator I like to share: https://satisfactorycalculator.net/
It’s always encouraging to see organizations investing in people who are just starting their careers. Opportunities like apprenticeships give learners valuable experience that goes far beyond the classroom. At the same time, those balancing training, work, and education sometimes look into take my online class for me so they can keep everything moving without sacrificing important career opportunities. Wishing all the apprentices continued success as they grow in their roles.
richard riwai's career progression is a solid example of internal talent development. starting in the washroom and advancing to engineering manager through a structured apprenticeship shows a clear path for growth within the company. it's good to see organizations investing in long-term employee development like this. the detailed timeline of his roles makes the story credible and relatable. AI Image Editor
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Starting with Alsco in 2013, Richard's journey to becoming the Engineering Manager is pretty impressive. Nano Banana