Mba Newcastle Group Training Pty Limited

Mba Newcastle Group Training Pty Limited is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the building and construction industry in the Newcastle, Hunter, and Central Coast regions. Established in 1999, it specialises in employing and training apprentices and trainees by partnering with local employers, known as Host Employers, to provide practical on-the-job experience combined with accredited education. This approach helps address the trade skills shortage while fostering youth employment and career development in the region.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Mba Newcastle Group Training Pty Limited is to ensure the sustainability and growth of the building industry by providing a supportive, equitable, and accessible pathway for young people and career changers to enter trades. Its vision is to maintain a skilled workforce through a dynamic training program that combines hands-on experience with formal education, guaranteeing the longevity of the building sector in the Hunter region.

Main Objectives

• Employ and train apprentices and trainees in various building and construction trades.
• Remove barriers to employment by offering secure, long-term training agreements.
• Support Host Employers by managing employment logistics, including pay, mentorship, and wellbeing.
• Promote equity and access regardless of cultural, linguistic, or religious backgrounds.
• Enhance career pathways through accredited TAFE courses and industry-recognised qualifications.

Benefiting Groups

• Young people and career changers seeking apprenticeships or traineeships in trades.
• Host Employers in the building and construction industry looking for skilled apprentices and trainees.
• The wider building community benefiting from a well-trained and supported workforce.

Services and Activities

• Employment and management of apprentices and trainees through group training agreements.
• Placement and recruitment services matching apprentices with suitable Host Employers.
• Ongoing support and mentorship including site visits and wellbeing checks.
• Coordination of accredited training with TAFE and other educational providers.
• Administration of employment conditions such as pay, superannuation, sick leave, and workplace safety.
• Promotion of equal opportunity and access to training for diverse social profiles.