BSL looking for apprentices across ‘a range of trades’
If you are browsing through apprenticeships in Queensland, then you may be interested in pursuing a trade under Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL), the operator of the southern hemisphere’s largest aluminium smelter.
Queensland government launches Women in Resources Sector Strategy
Women interested in pursuing jobs or apprenticeships in Queensland tied to the resources sector are to receive a boost of support thanks to the new Women in Resources Sector Strategy.
Work kicks off on $96.1 million upgrade of Pumicestone Road interchange
Queensland’s Bruce Highway is the site of a number of upgrades that could create opportunities for apprenticeships in Brisbane and other state towns.
Australian Apprenticeships Ambassador takes silver at WorldSkills competition
Section waiter Jessica Martin can now add WorldSkills medalist to her list of achievements, with the Australian Apprenticeships Ambassador taking the silver medal in Restaurant Service at the WorldSkills International Competition in Germany.
Skillaroos bring home gold, silver and bronze from WorldSkills Competition
Over 1,000 competitors from 61 countries battled it out at the 42nd WorldSkills International Competition held in Leipzig, Germany.
Master Electricians Australia accepting nominations for Apprentice of the Year
The Master Electricians Australia Apprentice of the Year Awards are a symbol of excellence, with the winners representing the cream of the industry’s crop, setting the benchmark for future generations of apprentices.
Global build competition ‘Canstruction’ comes to Brisbane
Budding builders and engineers pursuing apprenticeships in Queensland may want to broaden their ideas of construction when the global build competition Canstruction comes to Brisbane for the first time ever.
Renewed National Partnership Agreement to create more jobs for Indigenous Australians
Minister for Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs Jenny Macklin and minister for Indigenous Employment and Economic Julie Collins announced a “renewed and expanded” National Partnership Agreement on Indigenous Economic Participation yesterday (July 4).
What support is on hand for apprentices and trainees with disability?
In order to reach your full potential, it can be vital to receive just that extra bit of apprentice support, especially if you have a disability.
ACPET welcomes Great Skills. Real Opportunities initiative
The Queensland government’s recently released ‘Great Skills. Real Opportunities’ reform action plan is aimed at delivering a “strong economy and rewarding job opportunities”, with a number of changes to help Queenslanders get access to the skills training they need for employment.
