Group Training is a simple, flexible way for businesses to engage apprentices without taking on the direct employment responsibilities. A Group Training Organisation (GTO) like Frontline Human Resources recruits apprentices, employs them, and places them with Host Employers who provide valuable on-the-job experience. We handle all the administration – from payroll and superannuation to training coordination and mentoring – so you can focus on running your business while developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople.
By working with a GTO, you can access apprentices when you need them, for as long as you need them. Whether you’re looking to grow your team, manage seasonal workloads, or give back to the industry by helping train future tradespeople, Group Training offers a reliable, low-risk solution. With our dedicated support and flexible approach, it’s an easier, smarter way to build your workforce.
Life doesn’t always follow a straight path — many apprentices have previous experience, skills, and training under their belt. Through a Group Training Organisation (GTO) like Frontline Human Resources, you can access apprentices who are ready to contribute from day one. We assess their skills and match them to employers who are the right fit.
Not every workplace is the same — and not every apprentice is, either. Whether you’re after someone to thrive in a small, hands-on team or adapt to a large, fast-paced environment, we’ll work with you to find the right match. A good fit makes all the difference to the apprentice’s success — and to your business.
If an apprentice needs a bit of extra support to refresh their skills or build confidence, we’re here to help. We provide mentoring, coordinate structured training with RTOs or TAFE providers, and ensure your apprentice keeps building the skills your business needs.
As the legal employer, Frontline Human Resources takes care of the paperwork – wages, superannuation, insurances, training arrangements, and more. You benefit from having an apprentice onsite, without the added administrative burden. And if issues arise, we’re just a phone call away.
Employing an apprentice through a GTO shows you’re committed to building skills for the future. Many of the best tradespeople started with an employer who gave them a second chance or a fresh opportunity. With the right support behind them, today’s apprentices can become tomorrow’s leaders in your business.
Group Training was first introduced in Australia in the early 1980s as a way to create more flexible and supportive pathways for apprentices and trainees. The concept was designed to help small and medium-sized businesses access skilled workers without the administrative burden of directly employing apprentices themselves. Group Training Organisations (GTOs) were established to act as the legal employer, placing apprentices with different host businesses as needed, ensuring stable employment and consistent training. This model made it easier for young people to start and complete apprenticeships, even if projects finished or business needs changed.
Over time, Group Training has become an essential part of Australia’s vocational education and training system. It plays a key role in boosting apprentice completion rates, building skills across industries like construction, electrical, and plumbing, and supporting regional communities. Today, GTOs like Frontline Human Resources continue to connect apprentices with quality host employers, providing wrap-around support to help both businesses and apprentices succeed.
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