Name? Marty Wood.
Apprenticeship? Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology (AUR30420).
What business do you work for? McKee’s Garage and Engineering (Echuca).
How many years of your apprenticeship have you completed? I am in my third year.
What is your previous work background? I worked at BCF and as a farm hand.
Did you grow up in the Goulburn Valley? I grew up near Geelong and am now living in Moama.
What do you like about the job? I enjoy working out on site at the farm and fixing breakdowns.
What do you find challenging about the job? Some parts can be very difficult to access and change.
Why did you choose the apprenticeship you’re doing? I chose it because I like the agricultural industry and farming.
What are your goals within your trade? My goals are to get qualified and fix headers.
Coffee, iced coffee or juice first thing in the morning? Coffee.
HiLux, Navara, Triton or other? Unimog and Patrol.
Shorts in winter, yes or no? No.
MAFS, Love Island or 730? I’d rather be in the shed!