18/06/2026
PEER Apprentice, Isabella LaVista, is currently undertaking her 4th year electrical apprenticeship with host employers Elech Mech Services and has been collecting accolades along the way.
Isabella was the recipient of not one, but two category wins in the HiViZ Women’s Excellence Awards in 2025 - Tradeswoman of the Year and Rising Star. Isabella shared her thoughts following her win;
”I want to get the message out that girls can not only do a trade but also thrive in a trade. I want to make a difference so we can achieve the norm of ‘people in trade’ instead of ‘women in trade’.”
Isabella’s achievements are a testament to her talent and dedication, and she wants to encourage other young people to consider taking up a trade;
“I chose to do an electrical apprenticeship because I knew I’d thrive in a hands-on workplace, having struggled to pay attention and sit still in school. I’d recommend a trade career to anyone who may feel the same as I did towards school or a desk job - an apprenticeship is a great way to kickstart your career and earn while you learn!”
Discover more inspiring stories and explore the many career pathways available in the industry in our Career Handbook: https://born2build.com.au/career-handbook