Celebrating excellence across energy: 2024 Apprentice and Trainee Awards

Zinfra proudly hosted its 2024 Apprentice, Trainee and Mentor Awards across two dedicated events in May 2025. Both awards nights recognised the outstanding contributions of our people across the energy sector in Gas and Power.

Managing Director Peter Iancov acknowledge at the celebrations the critical role apprentices and trainees play in Australia’s energy transition.

“By joining our sector, you really are at the heart of Australia’s energy transition to a low-carbon future, and your work will make a difference for generations to come,” he said.

These events not only celebrate individual excellence but also reinforce Zinfra’s commitment to building a diverse, inclusive, and future-ready workforce.

Meet our 2024 winners

Power Awards

Apprentice of the Year

  • Emma Gordon, Trainee Tester

Excellence in Mentoring

  • Brett Smith, Power Technician

Most Outstanding Apprentices

  • First Year: Ethan Taylor, Apprentice Distribution Lineworker

  • Second Year: Emma Gordon, Trainee Tester

  • Third Year: Braydon Cantwell, Apprentice Distribution Lineworker

  • Fourth Year: Philippa Birch, Distribution Lineworker

Trainee of the Year Award

  • Joint Winners: Alexander Beamish, Project Manager & Justine-Anne Qiunto, Project Administrator

Safety First Award

  • Emma Gordon, Trainee Tester

Overall Encouragement Award

  • Carlo Magallon, Trainee Power Technician


Gas Awards

Apprentice of the Year

  • Justin Petrovski, Apprentice Gas Services Technician

Excellence in Mentoring

  • Joint Winners: Paul Alveraz, Gas Services Technician & Trevor King, E&I Technician

Most Outstanding Apprentices

  • First Year – Transmission: Ned Evans, Gas Transmission Apprentice

  • First Year – Distribution: Rachel Fogarty, Gas Distribution Apprentice

  • Second Year: Timothy Narborough, Gas Services Technician

  • Third Year: Justin Petrovski, Gas Services Technician

Trainee of the Year

  • Nathan Setter, Pipeline Operator Technician, E&I Transmission


Congratulations to all our winners and finalists. Your dedication, skill, and passion are helping shape the future of energy in Australia.

These awards reflect the strength of Zinfra’s apprentice and trainee program, which continues to provide meaningful career pathways and development opportunities across the business.

Want to join the Zinfra team? Find out which career Future Talent program is right for you.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which we operate and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Pictured: Artwork by Aboriginal artist Chern’ee Sutton from Mount Isa for our Group’s Reconciliation Action Plan.