Why The Retail Industry Is Taking On So Many Trainees

the retail industry is rewarding, diverse and provides a variety of employment opportunities. For those of you still wondering, however, here are five reasons why the retail industry is taking on so many trainees.

Despite another 18,000 new jobs unemployment increased to 5.6%

Data released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) showed despite an increase in jobs in February our unemployment rate still increased by a further 8,900 people looking for work.

Everything You Need To Know If You’re Hiring A School-Based Apprentice

There are many benefits for employers taking on school-based apprentices or trainees. BUSY can help you with all of the steps (including the paperwork).

BUSY backs Kandanga employer in building career opportunities for young people

Kandanga business woman, Julie Worth knows the value of employing trainees and apprentices and what they can bring to a business.

As the owner of local business, Karabee Bus and Coach and Manager/Volunteer of the Kandanga Country Club and Kandanga Information Centre, Julie is the largest employer in town and its strongest advocate.

BUSY backs Racing Queensland with employment of apprentices

BUSY At Work is backing Racing Queensland in providing some exciting work opportunities for those wanting to establish a career in the racing industry.

Rodhan lands his dream job through BUSY

Brisbane based Rodhan Rai is a young man destined to have a successful career ahead of him.

After moving from Nepal five years ago with his family, the 20 year old struggled to obtain full-time work until linking up with BUSY At Work’s Project Coordinator Mentor, Valerie Osburn.

Apprentice and Trainee Trade commencements increase for September Quarter

The latest apprentice and trainee data published for September 2017 quarter showed trade commencements were up 4.2% compared to September 2016 quarter. The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) report showed the biggest trade commencement increases in automotive and engineering (up 16.8%) and construction trades workers (up 5.5%). This increase comes despite a 3.2% […]

5 Ways BUSY Make Your Apprenticeship Recruitment Easier

Here at BUSY At Work, we know how valuable taking on an apprentice or trainee can be for your business, and we want to make the process as simple as possible.

Government Incentives Are Making It Easier To Hire Apprentices

While employing an apprentice or trainee is a smart, long-term investment, sometimes the short-term costs can be tough to overlook.

This is where BUSY comes in. Not only do we help you every step of the way (for free), we also help you figure out what government incentives you can apply for and how much funding you’re entitled to.

Youi’s tailored accredited traineeship program results in first graduates

SUNSHINE Coast-based insurance business, Youi, has graduated its first class of employees with an industry accreditation in customer engagement.

Star Awards for outstanding achievement were presented to three of the class – Bianca Felsinger, Jamie Brown and Helen Kopcikas-Moore at a graduation ceremony this week.