Mathews Olivier

Staff profile

Mathews Olivier

Position

Lecturer

Teaching areas

Dual Pathways and Trades Academy

About me

  • I was born in Windhoek, Namibia, and after 9 years we moved to Cape Town,
  • I studied at North Link College and became a qualified Automotive Mechanic.
  • In 2011, I immigrated to New Zealand
  • In my spare time, I thoroughly enjoy being a youth leader, which I have done for the past 5 years.
  • My mechanical experience includes working for Volkswagen Barons for 11 years and Giltrap Prestige Motors for 7 Years. I was responsible for diagnostics, Warrant of Fitness, and mechanical repairs.
  • I decided to make a career change and was offered an opportunity to work for MIT as a lecturer which was the best step I have ever made.
  • I'm devoted to improving the learning experience for all my students at MIT and would like to see them in excel in their career path later.
  • I am passionate about people, cars and improving myself.

Why I love MIT

Great working environment.

The student and staff respect.

Friendly staff and good communications between staff and students.

Why come to MIT?

We value all students and their career path goals.

We respect all cultures and believe in respect.

We endeavor to support any students who needs extra help where needed.