The federal government is offering local businesses a wage subsidy to take on new apprentices.
The scheme offers employers subsidies worth 75 per cent of the apprentice’s award wage in the first year, 50 per cent in the second year, and 25 per cent in the third year.
Minister for Small and Family Business, Skills and Vocational Education, Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash said having local businesses and apprentices involved in the trial is great for the community.
“Small business plays a vital role in our community, from giving young Australians their first real job to supporting our local charities and sporting organisations,” Minister Cash said.
“Through this wage subsidy we are securing the skills our regional and rural businesses need to remain competitive and give local students new opportunities at home."
Federal Member for Canning Andrew Hastie said the trial would help local businesses in Mandurah and the Peel region remain competitive while supporting more people into apprenticeships.
“Helping locals to start an apprenticeship, by supporting the businesses that employ them, will have benefits for our entire community,” Mr Hastie said.
“Starting out in an apprenticeship is the first step towards a rewarding career, and for businesses employing an apprentice, it’s an investment in growing their skills base.
“This trial will provide benefits that flow throughout our community; from our new apprentices who have a job and a career path, to local businesses who are helping to grow the number of skilled local workers.”
More information about the Australian Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy trial is available online.
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