Yes. You still receive the benefit of Australian Government incentive payments. GTOs will either pass on these incentive payments direct to the host employer or will use subtract these payments from their charge out rate (the cost of using their services).
Group Training is right for any business looking to take on an Australian apprentice or trainee. It can be particularly helpful for businesses who are unable to offer their Australian Apprentice a permanent position or a range of work to ensure adequate skill development, or who don’t have the time or resources to undertake all employment and training functions.
Yes. If there is a downturn in business or your needs change, you can return the apprentice or trainee to your GTO. The GTO will find the apprentice or trainee a new host employer.
Once the trainee or apprentice has completed their traineeship, you are free to employ them directly.
A Group Training Filed Officer will arrange a convenient time to meet on-site with the host employer and trainee/apprentice. The frequency can vary depending on the placement but is usually every eight weeks for about one hour. This is a good time to discuss any issues you may have and to ensure your apprentice or trainee is receiving adequate training and support.
PPE is provided by the Group Training Organisation.
The investment to engage an apprentice or trainee through a GTO, varies depending on year level, industry and the individual GTO. For further details contact your GTO of choice directly.