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04 August 2023
‘Old Gold’ Graduate Story: Lucy Mitton (2011)
Lucy Mitton (2011) after graduating from high school, wasn’t sure about her career path and began working as a Cashier at SkyCity Adelaide. She then decided to undertake a Certificate II in Carpentry & Joinery and is currently in her second year completing an apprenticeship in Cabinetmaking, specialising in kitchen and bathroom installations.
“Life has been completely different since leaving SkyCity and entering the construction industry.”
She explains, “my primary role at SkyCity was taking care of finances and cash handling for our VIP customers, working a 24-hour seven-day week roster, it’s an entirely different world.
“Working those long hours allowed me to take time off to travel. Before the pandemic, I travelled to 38 countries and loved it.”
Lucy says having a huge career change was a mental and financial risk, but it has paid off.
“Now I am working a hands-on career, getting paid to work and study in an industry I am invested in, which means no more working on weekends and I have spare time to play Division 1 Baseball for the Adelaide Angels and AFLW for SMOSH West Lakes Football Club.”
From Years 8 to Year 12 Lucy completed Woodwork and Metalwork, which she loved as she works better hands-on. She shares, “my Year 12 major assessments were a timber and veneer bedside cabinet and a custom steel letterbox; I still have most of the smaller projects I completed too!”
“Back in 2011, there were not many female tradies, and I didn’t really consider it my career path back then. Fast forward to 2023, more and more women are seen on construction sites, and it is fantastic to see us represented and leading the way for the next generation.”
She continues, “I think having worked in Retail, Gaming & Hospitality, and now Construction, these industries have all given me vital skills in teamwork and accepting other people regardless of who they are or their background. They’ve all given me the confidence to ask questions, speak to people, and not feel uncomfortable.”
Lucy advises current or future Year 12 students to “enjoy this last year, make the most of school and the out-of-school events, and follow your passions.”
What’s next for Lucy is to complete her Certificate III in Cabinetmaking, expand her construction knowledge, and eventually quote homes and businesses for new kitchens, bathrooms and laundries while occasionally getting on the tools to do some final fixes and tidy-ups on jobs.
Lucy’s aspiration is “to be an example for women in the construction industry. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you look like; you can do the job as well as the person next to you.”
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Our Faith
Our People
Our Locations
Our Facilities
Reconciliation
Careers
Contact
Learning & Care
Early Childhood Centre
Attending Our Centre
Primary Years (R-6)
Middle Years (7-9)
Senior Years (10-12)
Student Pathways
Career and Pathways Information
Vocational Education & Training (VET)
Work Experience
School-Based Apprenticeships
Industry Immersion
Microcredentials
Flexible Futures
Curriculum Handbooks
Careers Counselling
Faith Life at School
Wellbeing
Child Protection Curriculum
Learning Diversity
Opportunity
Student Pathways
Career and Pathways Information
Service & Leadership
Specialist Academies
Sport
Expressive & Performing Arts
Music
Digital Technology
Clubs & Programs
Beyond the Classroom
Faith in Action
Community
Community Engagement
Embracing Everyone
Be Involved
Playgroups
Graduate Life
University Partnerships
Wise Owls
Family Support
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ECC Enrolment
College Enrolment
Book A Tour
Enrol Online
Enrolment Calculator
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Year 7 Transition
Request a Prospectus
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News
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Newsletter
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Family Info
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Communication
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Curriculum & Learning Support
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Consent2Go
Career & Pathways Information
10-12 Senior Years Information
R-12 Music Information
R-6 Sport Information
7-12 Girls Sport Information
7-12 Boys Sport Information
Contact Us
Central Administration:
8406 5000
Registrar / Enrolments:
8406 5012
Early Childhood Centre:
8406 5080
Findon Campus:
Primary Years (R-6) Admin:
8406 5100
Absentee Line:
8406 5105
Absentee Email:
click here
Flinders Park Campus
7-9 Administration:
8406 5300
Absentee Line:
8406 5305
Absentee Email:
click here
Kidman Park Campus
10-12 Administration:
8406 5200
Absentee Line:
8406 5305
Absentee Email:
click here
Uniform Shop:
8351 7486
OSHC:
0439 896 557
SEND ONLINE ENQUIRY
News
04 August 2023
‘Old Gold’ Graduate Story: Lucy Mitton (2011)
Lucy Mitton (2011) after graduating from high school, wasn’t sure about her career path and began working as a Cashier at SkyCity Adelaide. She then decided to undertake a Certificate II in Carpentry & Joinery and is currently in her second year completing an apprenticeship in Cabinetmaking, specialising in kitchen and bathroom installations.
“Life has been completely different since leaving SkyCity and entering the construction industry.”
She explains, “my primary role at SkyCity was taking care of finances and cash handling for our VIP customers, working a 24-hour seven-day week roster, it’s an entirely different world.
“Working those long hours allowed me to take time off to travel. Before the pandemic, I travelled to 38 countries and loved it.”
Lucy says having a huge career change was a mental and financial risk, but it has paid off.
“Now I am working a hands-on career, getting paid to work and study in an industry I am invested in, which means no more working on weekends and I have spare time to play Division 1 Baseball for the Adelaide Angels and AFLW for SMOSH West Lakes Football Club.”
From Years 8 to Year 12 Lucy completed Woodwork and Metalwork, which she loved as she works better hands-on. She shares, “my Year 12 major assessments were a timber and veneer bedside cabinet and a custom steel letterbox; I still have most of the smaller projects I completed too!”
“Back in 2011, there were not many female tradies, and I didn’t really consider it my career path back then. Fast forward to 2023, more and more women are seen on construction sites, and it is fantastic to see us represented and leading the way for the next generation.”
She continues, “I think having worked in Retail, Gaming & Hospitality, and now Construction, these industries have all given me vital skills in teamwork and accepting other people regardless of who they are or their background. They’ve all given me the confidence to ask questions, speak to people, and not feel uncomfortable.”
Lucy advises current or future Year 12 students to “enjoy this last year, make the most of school and the out-of-school events, and follow your passions.”
What’s next for Lucy is to complete her Certificate III in Cabinetmaking, expand her construction knowledge, and eventually quote homes and businesses for new kitchens, bathrooms and laundries while occasionally getting on the tools to do some final fixes and tidy-ups on jobs.
Lucy’s aspiration is “to be an example for women in the construction industry. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you look like; you can do the job as well as the person next to you.”
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In other news
06 Mar
Strong Women, Strong Community: International Women’s Day at Nazareth
Read More
16 Dec
Beyond Numbers: Celebrating Outstanding SACE Results and the Stories Behind Them
Read More
02 Dec
Real-World Learning at Mini Woolies
Read More