There is a lot to consider when looking to take on an employee. Trainee and apprenticeships can be a good option to train new employees and upskill current employees with solid foundations into your business.
Regional Development Australia BGLAP with support from the Department of Innovation and Skills are able to assist your business to clarify staffing/training needs and work closely with you to navigate your way through the process, one step at a time. RDA BGLAP can help you to recruit your next staff member, analyse costing, cash flow capacity, information on awards and pay rates, recruitment processes and incentive eligibility.
Incentives could be available to assist in securing and retaining a trainee or apprentice: *
| Certificate II | $1,250 |
| Certificate III, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma | $1,00 Commencement $1,500 – $3,000 Completion |
| Adult Apprentices Certificate III or IV (aged 25yrs and over) | $4,000 |
| Australian School-based apprenticeships | $1,500 Commencement $750 – $1,500 Additional $1,500 – $3,000 Completion |
| Additional Incentives that may apply: | |
| Rural and Regional Skills Shortage | $1,000 |
| Declared Drought Area | $3,000 |
| Matured Age Worker (aged 45yrs or over) | $1,500 |
| Equip for work | $1,000 |
| Trade Support Loans | For Apprentices |
*These incentives are eligibility based. To find out which incentives apply to your business please contact Angie Kruger from Regional Development Australia Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains for assistance.
The Regional Development Australia network was established to help local business establish, grow and diversify. Its services are supported by local state and federal governments.
