Master Builders New South Wales

What is Inclement Weather?

Inclement weather is defined as the existence of rain or abnormal climatic conditions (such as hail, snow, cold, high wind, severe dust storm, extreme high temperature or any combination of these conditions) where it not reasonable or it is unsafe for employees (including apprentices and trainees) to continue to work in those conditions. Work on...
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What financial support is available?

As an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial and non-financial support from the Australian Government and/or the NSW Government. The easiest way to check what support you may be eligible for is to check the Apprenticeships Incentives Explorer or you can speak to your Australian Apprenticeship Support Network provider. As an Australian Apprentice, you may be...
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How much does an apprentice get paid?

Australian Apprentices are entitled to receive wages and conditions under an appropriate award, approved enterprise agreement, or national minimum wage and National Employment Standards. Your Award will cover: Base rates of pay, including piecework rates Types of employment (e.g. full-time, part-time, casual) Overtime and penalty rates Work arrangements (e.g. rosters, variations to working hours) Annualised...
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What is the Difference between Residential and Commercial Building and Construction?

In its simplest form, the difference between Residential and Commercial Building and Construction is the intended purpose of the build. Residential building and construction create spaces for people to live in. Commercial building and construction create business spaces. The only place where this line blurs is in the realm of apartment construction. For the most...
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How does the Master Builders Apprenticeship Services Work?

Master Builders employs apprentices and trainees, and places them with tradespeople and builders known as Host Employers.  The apprentice or trainee receive their on-the-job training for their apprenticeship or traineeship with the Host Employer and attend a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) for their off-the-job training. Master Builders is the legal employer of the apprentice or...
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What is the difference between an apprenticeship and a traineeship?

The main differences between an apprenticeship and a traineeship are that apprenticeships are trade-focused, and the length of time to completion is usually longer than a traineeship. Apprenticeships and traineeships are both structured, supervised on-the-job training programs with a nationally recognised qualification. Apprenticeship or Traineeship Comparison Table Apprenticeship Trades Traineeship Industry Structured on-the-job training plus...
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Support for Indigenous Apprentices and Trainees

Master Builders Association of New South Wales acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of the lands on which we work around NSW and their connections to land, sea, and community. We acknowledge the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...
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Can I do my RTO training with Master Builders?

You can study the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry at the Master Builders Education Centre in Sydney’s Norwest. The qualification is delivered by Master Builders Association of NSW RTO ID 6163. For other trade qualifications as well as Carpentry, you can also study at your local TAFE NSW campus. Master Builders Apprentices participating in the...
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What is a Training Contract?

For an apprenticeship or traineeship to be legal in NSW, the Employer and the Apprentice/Trainee must sign a Training Contract and have it approved by Training Services NSW. The Training Contract is a legally binding agreement between the Employer, the Registered Training Organisation (RTO), and the Apprentice or Trainee that outlines: Each Party’s responsibilities in...
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What is a School-based Apprenticeship?

School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SBATs) allow senior high school students to commence an apprenticeship or traineeship while at school. School-based apprentices undertake the first stage of their apprenticeship training before the end of the HSC year. School-based trainees complete their traineeship by the end of their HSC year. SBATs work part-time. Both the on-the-job and...
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What is a Registered Training Organisation?

Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) are providers and assessors of nationally recognised training that have been registered by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Only RTOs can issue nationally recognised qualifications. In order to become registered, training providers must meet the Australian Quality Training Framework 2019 (AQTF 2019) standards. This ensures the quality of Vocational Education...
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What is an apprenticeship?

An Australian Apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn. It combines paid work with study so that you gain real-work skills and a formal qualification. An apprenticeship is usually three and a half to four years in duration and is your pathway to becoming a qualified trades person. As an apprentice, you will work for...
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What is the Australian Apprentice Support Service Network?

The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations contracts Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) Provides to support employers and apprentices throughout their apprenticeship/traineeship journey. The AASN will coordinate the completion of the Training Contract and can provide additional support and information such as trade loans, other available financial support, assistance with learning difficulties and mental health...
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What is a Group Training Organisation?

Group Training Organisations (GTOs) facilitate an employment and training arrangement whereby they employ apprentices and trainees under an Apprenticeship/Traineeship Training Contract and place them with Host Employers. The GTO undertakes the employer responsibilities for the quality and continuity of the apprentices’ and/or trainees’ employment and training.  The GTO also provides care and support for the...
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How can I apply for a Master Builders Apprenticeship?

To be considered for an Apprenticeship or Traineeship position with Master Builders, all Candidates must apply online for an Apprenticeship or Traineeship via the Master Builders website (https://mbagto.jobreadygateway.com.au/users/sign_in ) or have successfully completed a Master Builders Pre-Apprenticeship Program. Candidates will be asked to register their application online, this will include completing contact details, sociocultural demographics,...
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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.

Direct Debit Terms and Conditions

  • Your nominated account or credit card will be debited weekly for hosting a MBAS or MBAS+ apprentice or trainee.
  • The first debit to your account will occur within 7 working days of the MBAS or MBAS+ apprentice or trainee commencing their placement with your business.
  • If an invoice payment is due on a non-business day, it will be debited from your account on the following business day.
  • Host Employer account information held by MBANSW will be kept confidential. Please note that some information is provided to the MBANSW financial institution to initiate the debit to your nominated account.
  • MBANSW will give you a minimum of 14 days’ notice in writing of changes to these Terms and Conditions.
  • If you wish to make changes to this arrangement, please contact MBANSW on (02) 8586 3533.

Your responsibility in this arrangement

  • Ensure that your nominated account can accept direct debits (your financial institution can confirm this).
  • Ensure there are sufficient cleared funds in the nominated account on the drawing date.
  • Advise MBANSW in writing if the nominated account is transferred or closed.


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.

Enquiries

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.