Construction Training Fund

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The Construction Training Fund End of Year Sundowner is a yearly highlight for the CTF team, where we get to catch up with our stakeholders and 2024 was no exception. This year's get-together was especially poignant as we also celebrated Rob Berryman's career at CTF, having retired from his role as Director of Skill Development this year. Rob was instrumental in CTF's work over the last five years, and his good humour and industry knowledge will be sorely missed at our Belmont offices. Minister for Training and Workforce Development Hon. Simone McGurk, CTF Board Chair Reg Howard-Smith and CEO Tiffany Allen all thanked Rob and spoke highly of his contributions to the WA construction industry.

2024 has been a big year for Construction Training Fund. We've launched new initiatives to support workers, employers and apprentices, disbursed more funding to the WA construction workforce than ever before, and published research that will support a more inclusive and sustainable future for the construction industry. We also launched a campaign highlighting those who are building our state today and guiding the next generation of the industry to meet the needs of tomorrow. None of this would have been possible without the help and support of our partners and stakeholders. From the team at CTF, we would like to extend a thank you to all who have assisted us in 2024 in bringing that work to life. We look forward to collaborating with you more in 2025.

How do we know if the construction industry is moving forward in Western Australia? There are signs. CTF is funding training and building skills for a more sustainable construction industry in WA, and we would like to thank our stakeholders for their support in bringing the Work, in Progress campaign to life. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gyi_vm5q

It was a privilege for the CTF team to attend the launch of the MATES in Construction WA 'Constructing a Safer Industry' research report, in collaboration with The University of Western Australia. This important piece of work offers insight into the factors contributing to suicide in the construction industry and provides a benchmark that progress can be measured against for a safer and more sustainable construction industry in Western Australia. CTF's Tiffany Allen and MATES WA CEO Liam Cubbage spoke at the launch, as well as psychosocial mines Inspector Jordan Jackson, who presented findings from his master's thesis on attitudes towards suicide in the resources sector. Download the MATES report here: https://lnkd.in/gKCKWnXf

The Construction Training Fund is proud to be contributing to the growth of the WA construction industry by creating more pathways for Western Australians to pursue building and construction apprenticeships. The 175 additional places announced for the Group Training Organisation Wage Subsidy Program will be funded by the CTF, which brings the total invested in the program to $109.4 million. WA Premier Roger Cook commented: "building our construction workforce is the key to unlocking more homes". Learn more about the GTO Wage Subsidy Program Expansion and new mental health support services available to the construction workforce here: https://bit.ly/4foOgBI

The October 2024 Construction Training Fund Industry Snapshot is available now. The biannual Industry snapshot provides news and data on the status of the WA construction industry and construction workforce training. Key areas covered include: ·   The WA construction workforce. ·   Apprentice and trainee commencements. ·   Women in training. ·   Regional apprentices and trainees in-training. Download the snapshot here: lnkd.in/g_PsMbm5

A proud moment for graduates, trainers, family, friends, and the Construction Training Fund as the 2024 class of the Construction Careers Pre-Apprenticeship Scholarship Program graduated at a special celebration held in Optus Stadium. The next generation of the WA construction workforce started the next steps of their career with encouraging words from Minister for Training and Workforce Development Hon. Simone McGurk and CTF board chair Reg Howard-Smith. Congratulations to the 2024 graduates!

The Construction Training Fund Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2024 is now available to download. The report includes information on key strategic initiatives, data on the WA construction workforce, and a detailed look at CTF programs designed to attract and retain apprentices for a sustainable construction industry. View the Annual Report here: https://bit.ly/ctfar2324

The Construction Training Fund team and Board members had the opportunity to attend a breakfast event with Premier Hon. Roger Cook, hosted by Housing Industry Association (HIA) WA. The Premier spoke with HIA Executive Director Michael McGowan about his vision for the state and the policies shaping the residential construction sector, as well as answering questions from the audience. The Premier highlighted the importance of collaboration and listening to the industry to sustainably grow housing supply, the need for more skilled workers from Australia and abroad and streamlining processes so businesses can build effectively, and with certainty. The Premier also brought attention to the Government’s efforts in making training through TAFE more affordable, as well as the CTF’s work in attracting people into sustainable construction careers through funding and support. To learn more about the funding available to employers, click here: https://bit.ly/4gX9Xdg