- Certificate II in Workplace Skills
- Employed by Rottnest Express
- Trained at Vocational Training Services
When Ffion was in primary school, she volunteered at a turtle sanctuary in the Perhentian Islands in Malaysia working alongside marine biologists. This experience forever influenced her decision to pursue a marine-based career pathway.
Her school VET co-ordinator encouraged her to undertake a school-based traineeship in workplace skills and complete a Certificate II in Aquaculture, then a Certificate IV in Marine Biology, in Year 12. Ffion landed the first ever traineeship position with Rottnest Express and is the youngest person to work on the boats.
Her dyslexia diagnosis made some academic achievements challenging but since starting her traineeship, gaining hands on experience has helped Ffion grow her confidence in learning new skills in marine biology and boating, further fuelling her passion to pursue a career in marine tourism and marine engineering.
Ffion was also recognised as a finalist for the Australian School-based Apprentice of the Year award at the 2024 Australian Training Awards.
This award was sponsored by the WA Construction Training Fund.
