14/10/2025
🚦 Meet Gabriel – From Sales to the Driver’s Seat! 🚦
✨ Gabriel is one of our newest qualified instructors at Driving West Motor School, teaching both automatic and manual lessons south of the river.
💪 Background: Before becoming an instructor, Gabriel built his career in sales, took time to raise his kids, and even worked in car detailing. On top of that, he has a passion for motorsport — regularly commentating drag races — which gives him a strong understanding of the difference between road safety and track driving.
🌍 Languages: Fluent in Spanish and English, Gabriel connects with a wide range of students, making lessons accessible and supportive for learners from diverse backgrounds.
🎓 Instructor Training Success: Gabriel completed our 10 Steps to Success Instructor Training Program, gaining the structure, teaching methods, and confidence to step into this new career. His unique mix of real-world driving passion and professional training now helps him guide students safely toward their licences.
💬 Gabriel’s Thoughts:
"I love helping students become safe, confident drivers. Motorsport belongs on the track — out here, it’s about responsibility and respect for the road."
✨ Why His Story Matters: Gabriel shows how anyone — whether from sales, motorsport, or another background — can turn their skills into a rewarding new career as a driving instructor with the right training.
👉 Thinking about making a career change?
Train with Dirk and become a qualified instructor like Gabriel. 🚦
📞 Call 0406 782 459 to start your journey today.
🌐 www.drivingwest.com.au