Unemployment falls but shift to part-time employment continues
Figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) today showed the Australian unemployment rate had a slight decrease (by less than 0.1 percentage points) to 5.6 per cent, in Australia for September 2016. The fall in unemployment was driven by the drop in participation rate to 64.5 per cent. Despite unemployment falling the ABS […]
Nicholas takes gold at the WorldSkills Australia National Competition
Twenty three year old Bundaberg local, Nicholas Lennox now has the world at his feet after taking out gold in the Electrical Installation section at the 2016 WorldSkills Australia National Competition held in Melbourne earlier this month. Employed by Bundaberg company, Big T Electrical & Cooling, the fourth year apprentice is hoping he gets the […]
Safe workplaces make a difference to apprenticeship opportunities
A recent announcement from the Queensland government revealed that businesses across the state are greatly improving their safety capabilities, a fact that was recognised by the 2016 Safe Work and Return to Work Awards.
How beneficial is mentoring to apprentices and trainees?
Apprenticeships and traineeships have the best chance of success when both the candidates and employers work together to achieve mutually beneficial results.
Which industries have skills shortages in Queensland?
Skill shortages can have a significant impact on business productivity. Without the right staff to maximise opportunities and drive the company forward, enterprise owners could find themselves struggling to compete.
Is now the time to consider pursuing construction trades qualifications?
The construction industry often faces skills shortages across key trades, which is why apprenticeships are an important tool for many employers in the sector to build up their talent pipeline for the future.
What obligations do I have when taking on apprentices and trainees?
Hiring an apprentice or trainee can deliver numerous business benefits to your organisation, including the ability to fill skills gaps, access to the latest industry knowledge and better staff retention.
But you may be unsure of how to prepare the workplace for an apprentice or trainee if this is the first time you’ve embarked on this type of arrangement.
Martin is ready for a big future in the electrical industry
First year electrical apprentice, Martin Green is a young man on a mission with a bright future ahead of him. The enthusiastic 18 year old is now nine months into his Certificate III in Electrotechnology with the Bundaberg Regional Council and very much enjoying his new work environment, learning from the tradesmen around him.
How long should I wait after an interview before following up?
So you’ve sent in your CV for an apprenticeship or traineeship, attended an interview and you’re now eagerly awaiting the call to find out whether they’re going to offer you the position. But the phone isn’t ringing and your inbox is worryingly empty. Sound familiar?
3 big mistakes to avoid making on your first day
Being offered an apprenticeship or traineeship position is an exciting moment, and it could spell the first step in your journey towards a dream career. But just because you’ve secured a role it doesn’t mean you can take your foot off the accelerator yet.
