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
The Master Builders Association is thrilled to share an incredible opportunity for current apprentices: the $1,000 Duke of Edinburgh Scholarship. This scholarship is provided through the Australian Employment Network NSW & ACT and The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia, through it’s The Edge Foundation Grants and Scholarships program. The scholarship honours
Mature age apprentices, over 21 years old, bring a unique set of skills to the workplace that can benefit your business. At Master Builders, we’re seeing firsthand how these individuals bring maturity, motivation, and real-world experience that delivers immediate value on-site. Mature age apprentices come with experience from other workplaces,
Starting your journey as an apprentice is an exciting step toward your career development in the building and construction industry. At the entry level, employers are not looking for someone who thinks they know it all. Employers want to get a sense of your personality, work ethic, reliability, and willingness
Apprentices gain valuable work experience in both commercial and residential sectors. This article highlights the differences in workplaces, business structure, project types, and earnings. Some may choose to work in both sectors for broader experience, while others might specialise in one. Understanding these differences will help apprentices make informed choices
Last Thursday night 6th March 2025 Master Builders celebrated our wonderful shopfitting apprentices together with host employer Rintoul at the Interior Fitout Association NSW Apprentice Awards 2025. The evening was a testament to IFA’s commitment to supporting and nurturing young talent, ensuring that the high standards of interior fitout continue
A well-prepared nomination application can boost success in the Master Builders Association NSW Apprentice of the Year Awards. The judges receive high-quality apprentice nominations, so extra effort is needed to stand out. These awards honour apprentices demonstrating exceptional skill, dedication, and commitment, highlighting their contributions to the building and construction
This International Women’s Day, the 8th of March 2025, Master Builders are celebrating the achievements of 24-year-old Bronte Ryan. As a 4th-year apprentice, Bronte is set to complete her apprenticeship in January next year. Her dedication and hard work have already earned her the title of Master Builders Apprentice of
This document outlines the direct debit arrangements between Master Builders Association of NSW Pty Ltd, ABN 11 074 397 532 (MBANSW) and you.
MBANSW is the registered Group Training Organisation and Apprenticeship Services arm of Master Builders Association of New South Wales, ABN 96 550 042 906 (Master Builders)
“You”, “your” and “Host Employer” refer to you, your company and business nominated in the table below.
This document outlines the direct debit arrangements between MBANSW and you.
Please note that if your payment is dishonoured by your financial institution, a re-draw will take place within 7 days.
Any transaction fees payable by MBANSW in respect to a dishonoured payment will be added to your account.
Please direct all enquiries to MBAS (02) 8586 3533 or apprenticeship@mbansw.asn.au;
Please include your phone and email address.
I/We authorise MBANSW to arrange for funds to be debited from my/our nominated account at the financial institution identified below.
This authority to direct debit will remain in place in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.