Jennah’s one of the best young electricians around. She’s a beacon to girls joining the trades
As one of the only female fridge techs in Cairns, Jennah spends 9-to-5 smashing stereotypes in her uniform of choice: colourful high-vis!
“Originally I was the new face in an all-male industry up here,” Jennah explains. “But I’ve built many great relationships with my peers and suppliers, and time has helped people see that I can do what they do.”
Jennah is most excited about inspiring the next gen of young girls to think about widening their career options.
“Hopefully seeing me do this has changed perspectives so that other women can follow,” she says. “My advice? Find what interests you and just get out and do it!”
Jennah’s path
- Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Queensland TAFE
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology,Queensland TAFE
- Australian Apprentice of the Year 2022
This article was first published in Careers with STEM: Trades 2026
