Lucas Pilot - HVAC Trade
"I know it will be a challenge, but I am ready to take it on,” Lucas said.
Lucas Pilot recently completed his HVAC apprenticeship with Sodexo. Although an outstanding asset to Sodexo’s team in Karratha, his career and personal journey is one of hard work, resilience and perseverance
After graduating high school, Lucas Pilot left his Cairns family home in the pursuit of employment. His journey took him 4,500 kilometers to Western Australia where he began work as a laborer.
Lucas’ supervisors recognized his dedication and attention to detail on site, and offered him a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) trades apprenticeship with Sodexo.
“I didn’t know what HVAC was, but I saw it as an opportunity and took it,” Lucas said.
“Nothing that is worth it comes easily,” Lucas said.
“It is a massive achievement to become a tradie and step into a job I love with Sodexo. I enjoy being able to share my story with people considering trades after school.”
As a Torres Strait person, Lucas prides himself on giving back to his community and acting as a role model to his family. It’s expected many community members, students and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will choose a trade focused profession as a result of Lucas’ inspiring story and journey. In this way, Lucas is inadvertently creating a positive social and economic impact on the communities he interacts with.
Lucas also regularly gives talks at the local high school to encourage trades pathways and is heavily involved in club rugby. Taking on the opportunities that are available to him through Sodexo, Lucas has already set his next goal to gain his electrician certification to become a dual tradesman.
“I know it will be a challenge, but I am ready to take it on,” Lucas said.
With his apprenticeship under his belt, Lucas is equipped for success where he may choose to go.
