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Employment Services

  • Commitment to developing skills in the workplace
  • Formed in 1984
  • Full-time, part-time or school-based
  • High quality support service
  • Not for profit community
  • Providing accurate information to host employers
  • Qualified, experienced and interested staff
  • Quality support service
General Info

The Apprenticeship Factory can provide convenient, hassle-free Australian apprenticeships to suit almost any business.

The Apprenticeship Factory is a not for profit community-based group training company, who place apprentices and trainees with a range of small and large host businesses, providing on-the-job training. The Apprenticeship Factory manages all costs and administration associated with managing an apprentice or trainee, saving the business time and money.

The Apprenticeship Factory is your legal employer and, as such, takes care of your pay and all administration concerned with your Australian Apprenticeship, as well as arranging for training and monitoring your performance over the term of the Australian Apprenticeship.

Gain skills and experience and get paid at the same time Gain a nationally recognised qualification for life Graduate with relevant work experience and industry skills Education is practical and relevant to your chosen industry Supervision by qualified, experienced and interested staff.

The Apprenticeship Factory employs Australian Apprentices (trainees and apprentices) and places them with a suitable host employer to gain skills and experience in the workplace. Australian Apprenticeships encompass all apprenticeships and trainee-ships. They combine time at work with training and can be full-time, part-time or school-based.

Email
Established
1984
ABN
65 088 323 273
Staff
1-10
Service Notes
Open Monday To Friday
Categories
Keywords
Apprenticeships, Employment Services, Jobs Shepparton, Jobs Victoria, The Apprenticeship Factory, Traineeships
FAQschevron down

Do I need to hire an apprentice or trainee for a set period of time?

A host employer can hire a person for any period that suits their specific workplace. Part time apprenticeships and traineeships are available.


If The Apprenticeship Factory is the legal employer, can the employee be taken away from me?

An apprentice or trainee will not be taken away or relocated unless you request it, or it is necessary for the apprentice or trainee to develop the required skills to complete their qualifications.


What area does The Apprenticeship Factory cover?

The Apprenticeship Factory are based right here in the Goulburn Valley, we also provide services in the Murray Valley region.


What happens if I no longer need my apprentice or trainee?

The Apprenticeship Factory is the legal employer responsible for ongoing employment. As long as a minimum two weeks’ notice is given, we will endeavour to arrange alternative placements for the apprentice or trainee.


Do I need a formal qualification to hire an apprentice or trainee?

Usually an apprentice or trainee must receive supervision and training from a suitably qualified person, however this is not necessary in some vocations, where substantial experience in the field is adequate.


Does it cost extra to use The Apprenticeship Factory than employing directly myself?

We do charge a small service fee, however as we are a not-for-profit organisation, we pass on government employment incentives to you.


Am I able to choose the apprentice or trainee who works for me?

We provide a free recruitment service, which includes short listing applicants, however the final interviews and decision on who to employ is up to you.


Can I hire a student who is still studying as an apprentice or trainee?

Yes, school based apprenticeships are available in a variety of apprenticeships and traineeships. Students are generally hired a minimum of 1 day per week.


What are my occupational health and safety requirements?

You must provide a safe workplace with adequate instruction and training for the job required. We educate all apprentices and trainees on OH&S issues and continually monitor the workplace throughout training.