Town hall trainee, mechanical apprentices win at MTE SA awards

The Murray Bridge council’s Shannen Holmes is among a dozen model employees who have been recognised at the group training organisation’s 2024 awards.

Town hall trainee, mechanical apprentices win at MTE SA awards
Fulvia Mantelli and Heather Barclay accompany Shannen Holmes as she accepts her award from Scott Whitmore on Friday night. Photo: Peri Strathearn.

A town hall trainee and two apprentice mechanics are among a dozen model employees who have been recognised at this year’s MTE SA awards.

At a glittering ceremony at the Bridges Events Centre on Friday night, Murray Bridge events staffer Shannen Holmes took out one of the top awards: trainee of the year.

Ms Holmes recently completed a Certificate III in Events at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre.

The award’s judges praised her work ethic, people-first approach, initiative, enthusiasm for learning and willingness to support her team.

“Her people-first approach has greatly improved customer experience, resulted in high satisfaction and repeat business,” event MC Stacey Lee said.

“Shannen consistently shows strong initiative, arriving early … her professionalism, commitment to excellent service and willingness to support her team make her an invaluable asset.”

Ms Holmes thanked her colleagues for supporting her through the traineeship.

“What an amazing learning opportunity it has been with the Rural City of Murray Bridge,” she said.

“I truly appreciate all your support.”

Another 12 awards were handed out on the night, which turned out to be a big one for the team at Chapman Heavy Mechanical.