A new partnership between the RSPCA and BUSY At Work is set to provide some exciting work opportunities for job seekers wanting to gain a start in the hospitality industry.
“The BUSY RSCPA Traineeships project was part of that of that latest round, with $118,700 committed to employ six people onto paid Work Skills Traineeships, where they will gain hands on experience at the Black Cat Café while also studying for a Certificate I in Hospitality.”
Gold Coast based organisation BUSY At Work has helped to combat the challenge of youth unemployment on the Gold Coast by unleashing an army of 111 apprentices and trainees into the workforce.
Mature age employee Daniel Watson has secured his future with his role as a Sandblaster, enjoying the opportunity to put his hands to work with great results.
While it’s been only been three months since Rachael Cafe took up her new role as BUSY At Work’s new Industry Training Consultant, it’s fair
“It’s a great success story – for our clients and for improving Australian society through helping people into meaningful and productive work,” Mr Miles said.
The BUSY Group – originally “BUSY Inc” – was founded in 1977, with a remit from then President Martin Punch to help homeless youth on the Gold Coast.
17 year old Jessie Cottell had plans to pursue a career in teaching but after learning about administration at school decided to sign up as a school based trainee. “I love learning new computer skills and definitely enjoying working around cars,” Jessie said. She works one day per week at Von Bibra Auto Village, Robina with a view to completing her training by the end of Year 12.
ABC news reported that the full-time employment figure was more than three times higher than expected by most economists. The report attributed the increase in full time employment to the level of job creation exceeding the population growth, rising at a four-and-a-half-year high.
This week celebrates National Skills Week, which is the focal point for the promotion of Australia’s Vocational Education and Training sector (VET). National Skills Week
Number of apprentices and trainees completing their training has increased to 61.4%.*
