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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 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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Am I entitled to wage subsidy incentives if I use Master Builders Apprenticeship Services?

Where an Approved Master Builders Host Employer is entitled to Government Incentives or Funding. Master Builders will advise the Host Employer of the entitlements and the process through which the Incentives or Funding will be applied.   It may be necessary for the Host Employer to complete additional documentation to be able to access certain Funding,...
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How can I make a complaint?

Master Builders is committed to providing a fair and transparent complaints handling process. If you have a complaint about any aspect of your interactions with Master Builders Association of NSW Pty Ltd, we request that you address this with us immediately to allow us to rectify the issue. Please contact us to discuss the issue...
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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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Do I need to notify Master Builders if I have an Enterprise Agreement in Place?

It is the responsibility of the Host Employer to notify Master Builders if they have an Enterprise agreement in place or for any changes to their Enterprise Agreement. Any backpay of wages or allowances owed to the Master Builders Apprentice/Trainee due to failure to advise on an Enterprise Agreement or subsequent changes will be invoiced...
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What are the supervision requirements for a Master Builders Apprentice?

Effective and appropriate supervision is critical to the success and safety of an Apprentice or Trainee.  Apprentices and Trainees are new to the workplace, they are inexperienced and are still learning, and as a result they need additional guidance and support.  Master Builders has developed a set of guidelines to assist you in ensuring our...
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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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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 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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How do I become a Master Builders Host Employer?

The following provides a high-level overview of steps involved in becoming an Approved Master Builders Host Employer: Potential Host Employer discusses requirements with Master Builders Potential Host Employer reviews Master Builders Host Employer Handbook and Invoice Rates and submits Minimum Safety Standard Questionnaire and all requested supporting documentation Master Builders confirms Approval Status with Potential...
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Can I choose to pay a Master Builders Apprentice more than the Award?

Yes, you can choose to pay a Master Builders Apprentice/Trainee more than the Award. Where a Host Employer wishes to have the Master Builders Apprentice/Trainee paid above the Award/Enterprise Agreement rate, they are required to provide the request in writing to payroll@mbansw.asn.au  outline the details of the special apprentice/trainee wage rates they would like to...
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What is the notice period if I need to return an apprentice?

As a Host Employer, if you no longer require the services of the Master Builders Apprentice/Trainee, you are required to notify Master Builders and the Apprentice/Trainee with at least two weeks’ notice. The notice to Master Builders must be in writing and can be emailed to apprenticeship@mbansw.asn.au.  A phone call or text will not be...
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What is an apprenticeship?

An Australian Apprenticeship is a learning pathway that combines paid on-the-job training and formal study with a Registered Training Organisation.  An apprenticeship is usually three and a half to four years in duration and is a pathway to becoming a qualified trades person. Australian Apprentices can be school leavers, adults re-entering the workforce or simply...
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How much does a Master Builders Apprentice or Trainee Cost?

The Master Builders Host Employer Ordinary Hours Invoice Rates and Overtime Invoice Rates are based on the apprentice/trainee’s relevant Industry Award and/or Enterprise Agreement and are provided as a charge per hour to the Host Employer. As this will varying depending on the Award or Enterprise Agreement, Master Builders will provide the Host Employer with...
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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.