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Rebuilding the Electrical Apprenticeship Pipeline: The Case for Group Training Organisations
While the demand for skilled electricians is escalating—driven by infrastructure projects, renewable energy initiatives, and technological advancements—the supply of qualified, competent apprentices is dwindling. This disparity has stirred up some quiet frustrations across the industry and to an extent, ignited a national debate: are we compromising the quality of training in our rush to increase apprenticeship numbers?
Staying Secure in a Booming Electrical Industry: Why a GTO Apprenticeship is the Smart Choice
The electrical industry is currently booming, with major construction projects underway and demand for skilled tradespeople higher than ever. This surge in growth is exciting, offering abundant opportunities for those entering the field. However, as we’ve seen in the past, the industry is also prone to volatility, and the landscape can shift quickly - large companies can go into administration, causing mass layoffs and uncertainty.
Setting Apprentices Up for Success
Here at Frontline Human Resources, we take great pride in ensuring that our apprentices are ready and fully geared for the workplace. One of our recent initiatives, led by Katrina Sayce (Senior Business Consultant), has been upgrading our onboarding process. As a Group Training Organisation, our onboarding is a major part of welcoming apprentices to our business. It gives us a chance to connect with them, team-build, and allows them the opportunity to chat with their fellow apprentices.
Celebrating Excellence at the 2024 Apprentice Awards
Melbourne, Australia – October 11, 2024 – Tonight, the 2024 Apprentice Awards, hosted at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, will bring together over 100 apprentices, employers, and industry leaders to celebrate the achievements of Australia's future workforce.