Victorian Group Training staff, Colac and Geelong

Our team is made up of passionate, experienced professionals who are dedicated to guiding apprentices, trainees, and employers through every step of the journey, making the process simple, seamless, and rewarding for all.

Andrew McCarthy, Victorian Group Training

Andrew McCarthy

Managing Director - Chief Executive Officer

With nearly two decades of dedicated service in the vocational education sector, I am passionate about empowering individuals through apprenticeships / traineeships and vocational training. Currently serving as the CEO of the Victorian Group Training Company (VGTC), I lead our mission to connect talented individuals with industry-leading apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities across Victoria.

In addition to my role at VGTC, I have the privilege of serving as the Victorian State appointed Director of the National Apprenticeship Employment Network (NAEN). Through this position, I advocate for policies that support apprenticeship and traineeship programs, driving meaningful change in employment and skill development across Australia.

Throughout my career, I have been committed to fostering partnerships between educational institutions, businesses, and aspiring apprentices and trainees to create sustainable pathways for career success. I am proud to contribute to the growth of our workforce by nurturing the next generation of skilled professionals.

Let's connect to discuss how we can collaborate to enhance vocational education and apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities nationwide.

Lochlan Veale, Victorian Group Training

Lochlan Veale

Managing Director - General Manager

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Alisha Bergman

Director

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Rod Cartwright

Director

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Gemma Middleton

Compliance / Operations Manager

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Debbie McCarthy

Office / Finance Manager

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Jack Barrow

Apprentice & Trainee Consultant

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Ebony Richards

Apprentice & Trainee Consultant

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About Victorian Group TrainingAbout Victorian Group Training

About Victorian Group Training

Since 2004, Victorian Group Training (VGTC) has been creating pathways for apprentices and trainees across Colac, Geelong and greater Victoria. As a not-for-profit Group Training Organisation, we focus on supporting young people, those facing disadvantage, and the wider community with meaningful training and employment opportunities. Today, we proudly employ and support hundreds of apprentices and trainees every week, helping them build careers through full-time, part-time, and school-based placements.

Our team is passionate about making the apprenticeship and traineeship process simple and accessible for both employers and job seekers. With strong leadership, dedicated staff, and a clear vision for the future, VGTC continues to be a trusted name in the industry.

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