When most people picture a career in building and construction, they picture someone on the tools. And while tradespeople are the face of the industry, behind the scenes there are so many more career opportunities. National Careers Week is a timely reminder to look at the full picture. Held each
Hearing loss is often called a slow injury. Unlike a cut or a broken bone, it does not announce itself in the moment. It builds quietly over years of exposure, and by the time most people notice something is wrong, the damage is already done. For those working in the
At just 18, Master Builders apprentice Ruby Iles embodies this year’s International Women’s Day theme, “Give to Gain”, bringing energy, confidence and a genuine love for carpentry to her role at North 4 Constructions, a residential builder in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. North 4 Constructions delivers both exterior and interior residential
Our Pre-Apprenticeship program is a great pathway for young people to get a taste of the Carpentry trade. And best of all, it is fee-free! The Pre-Apprenticeship program continues to gain momentum as a popular choice for young people entering the industry. Held at the Master Builders Education Centre in
Master Builders Australia welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to extend employer incentives for apprentices, with a targeted focus on housing and energy. Following strong advocacy, from 1 January 2026, employers who take on apprentices in housing and energy-related trades will continue to receive $5,000 payments to help ease the cost
On 5 November 2025, Master Builders NSW attended the Orange Careers Expo & Trade Experience at the Orange Function Centre. Organised by the Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) program, the event connected employers with secondary schools, helping students learn about jobs and career paths. Over 60 exhibitors shared valuable insights
The Master Builders Association of New South Wales has announced the appointment today of Matthew Pollock as its new Executive Director. Matthew is a highly respected and accomplished private sector and industry advocate. He takes the helm of state’s premier construction industry peak following a successful term as Chief Executive
To celebrate the success of our Master Builders apprentices, we are proud to announce our finalists in this year’s Apprentice Employment Network NSW & ACT (AEN NSW & ACT) Apprentice Training Awards 2025. These awards recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions in various aspects of apprentice and trainee development across several
Apprentices are often injured from: using Stanley knives to open boxes or cut strapping tape, or other materials cutting towards yourself, or failure to focus on the cutting tasks. In fact, almost one-third of all injuries sustained by 15-24-year-olds are cuts from working with and using knives. Knives can be
A successful day on site doesn’t start when you pick up your tools, it starts in the preparation. As a tradie or apprentice, your body is your most important tool. Long hours, physical labour, repetitive movements, and heavy lifting can put significant strain on your muscles and joints. Preparing your
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