The mining industry might be in Trinnity McKeiver’s blood, but the skills, knowledge, and determination she’s acquired during CQUniversity’s and BHP’s Future Fit Academy (BHP FFA) program will inspire many generations to come.
The Future Fit Academy is BHP's innovative approach to training with a pathway to a career in maintenance with 'fit for purpose' training programs in dedicated learning centres in Mackay and Perth.
Trinnity graduated in a ceremony in Mackay on 18 March, the latest in a long line of McKeiver family members to join the ranks of BHP.
“I feel very excited about graduating and my accomplishments. I’m ready to see what’s next for my future with BHP,” Trinnity said.
“I have a few family members currently working with BHP. Both my dad and grandfather have employment history with BHP.
"My dad currently works at Saraji mine near Dysart.
“My great-grandfather was a boilermaker at BHP and a member of the Queensland Mines Rescue in Blackwater, so to be given this opportunity to follow in my dad’s footsteps is great.”
Employed as a Trainee Maintenance Associate, Trinnity said she was ecstatic to finally complete the Certificate II in Engineering Technology as part of the BHP FFA program.
“The training I received during this program was very beneficial to learn and gain experience. The combination of the theory in classes with learning in the workshop made it really interesting,” she said.
“The trainers are very helpful and shared many stories about their previous experiences and time working on-site.
“Living on-campus was great. I’ve made some great friends and gained relevant tickets along the way – I’ve got a dogging ticket, elevated working platform, forklift and a white card. After commencing, I needed some extra help with maths – and the support I received was relevant and beneficial, and the teachers were so helpful.”
Trinnity said she is soon to relocate to Western Australia to work on a BHP site.
“I will apply the knowledge gained during my traineeship to obtain more experience and then get a trade qualification to further my skills,” she said.
“I think that doing the studies coupled with the practical training in a workshop environment is really useful because you get to see how the knowledge is applied.”
For more information on the BHP Future Fit Academy please visit bhp.com/careers/get-to-know-our-business/operations-services/bhp-futurefit-academy
Proudly following in her family's footsteps, Trinnity McKeiver celebrates her graduation from CQUniversity and BHP’s Future Fit Academy, ready to take on the next chapter of her career in mining. Photo supplied
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