Five Tips on How to Attract and Secure Apprentices

1. ENGAGE WITH YOUR LOCAL SCHOOL

Donating your time to speak with students and highlight career journeys, and a day in the life of a tradesperson, in your workplace is of value to both students and teachers alike.

2. PROVIDE WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

Promote to your local school that you are willing to provide work experience to students in your workplace. A key challenge for career advisors and teachers is knowing who to approach for work experience in an industry they are not familiar with.

3. CONSIDER EMPLOYING A SCHOOL-BASED APPRENTICE

A School-based Apprenticeship allows a student to continue working towards completing their studies while working in a part-time apprenticeship. Students in years 11 and 12 can attend your workplace between two to five days per week and transfer over to a fulltime apprenticeship upon completion of high school.

4. CONSIDER DIVERSITY IN YOUR WORKPLACE

Female, Aboriginal and applicants with a disability are underrepresented in our industry and can often possess a greater level of drive and loyalty to your business than traditional employees. There are also often incentives and support available in addition to the standard apprentice employment incentives.

5. CONSIDER EMPLOYING AN ADULT APPRENTICE

Adult applicants (applicants who are 21 years of age or over) often come with experience from other roles and are much clearer on what they want to do for a long-term career as a result. Adult apprentices also often attract additional employment incentives.

Want to know more? The MTA has experience in all of the areas mentioned above and can assist you to find the perfect candidate for your business. Contact Jason Polgreen General Manager Apprentice Employment Services for more information 0427 396 007.