Southland Regional WorldSkills 2008
Automotive Results:
| Apprentice | Employer | School |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Reece (winner) | Parkside Motors Ltd | Mount Anglem |
| Nathan Smith (2nd) | Southern Group Training | Mount Anglem |
| Christopher Donald (3rd) | NRG Auto Service Centre Ltd | Mount Anglem |
| Todd Melhop | Invercargill Honda | James Hargest |
| Louise Clearwater | Southern Automobiles | James Hargest |
Winner Michael Reece formerly employed by Parkside Motors Ltd is checking the transmission specification before dismantling it.
Second placed Nathan Smith employed by Southern Group Training is reassembling the front brake callipers.
Third placed Chris Donald employed by NRG Auto Service Centre Ltd measuring the cylinder bore in the engine.
Finalist Louise Clearwater employed by Southern Automobiles setting up the gearbox after dismantling.
Finalist Todd Melhop employed by Invercargill Honda is checking the front suspension mounts.
Auto – WorldSkills National Automotive Skill Expert Malcolm Whinham presenting the prizes sponsored by MTA Southland.
1st Michael Reece employed by Parkside Motors Ltd.
2nd Nathan Smith employed by Southern Group Training Trust
3rd Chris Donald employed by NRG Auto Service Centre Ltd.