Supporting the Next Generation: Louise Azzopardi on Apprenticeships, Diversity and Workshop Culture

06 Oct 2025 • 24 min • EN
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In this episode of the Fleet News Group Podcast, we talk with Louise Azzopardi — life coach, mentor, keynote speaker, and industry ambassador — about how fleet workshops can attract, train, and retain the next generation of mechanics and technicians. Louise shares her remarkable journey from a 15-year-old apprentice at Cummins South Pacific to becoming the first female Gold Medallist in the Australian National Heavy Vehicle competition and representing Australia with the Skillaroos. She now helps organisations build better workplace cultures and gives practical advice for fleet managers: Using work experience to find talent early Creating a shame-free learning environment Training leaders to teach, not just supervise Embracing diversity as a strength It’s an inspiring and practical conversation for anyone managing workshops or apprentices. Stay up to date with ALL THINGS FLEET, Fleet Auto News, Fleet EV News, and Fleet HV News. #FleetManagement #Workshops #Apprenticeships #Diversity #Training #Leadership

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