Female apprentice mechanic drives diversity with Waterford business
Alethea Cleary, who was awarded a craft apprenticeship female scholarship through the Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board pictured at her employers premises Tom Murphy Car Sales, Waterford. Photo by David Clynch
Tom Murphy Car Sales in Waterford is proud to champion diversity & inclusivity within the Auto Motor Industry with their first female motor mechanic apprentice.
Alethea Cleary, Tramore Youthreach, successfully applied for and secured a motor mechanic apprenticeship with the Cork Road business through the Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board’s craft apprenticeship female scholarship.
Ms Cleary, while speaking about the opportunity, said it's an interest she had “from a young age."
"This passion drove me to pursue a career in the motor industry. An apprenticeship with Tom Murphy Car Sales and WWETB is the perfect way for me to gain hands-on experience while learning from the best in the industry,” she said.
Speaking about the importance of valuing and empowering staff, Dealer Principal at the car sales business, Barry Murphy said: "At Tom Murphy Car Sales, we’re proud to support diversity and inclusion in the automotive industry. Our commitment to a diverse workforce is more than just words – it’s a driving force behind our success."
"We believe that fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered leads to better innovation and service. Together, we’re driving towards a brighter, more inclusive future," Mr Murphy added.
Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board offers female learners from any Waterford or Wexford post primary school or FET centre in the current calendar year an opportunity to apply for its Female Scholarship. Further information on the scholarship is available at apprenticeshipscholarship@wwetb.ie.
For all other apprenticeship queries please contact the Services to Business Unit at the Waterford Training Centre on 051 862638 or servicestobusiness@wwetb.ie.
For more information about apprenticeship opportunities with Tom Murphy Car Sales, please contact Barry Murphy, Tom Murphy Car Sales on 051 301222 or info@tommurphycarsales.com.
