Employing an apprentice: the information and incentives you need If you’re thinking about taking on an apprentice, congratulations! Apprenticeships are the way most of us got our start in the industry. Taking on an apprentice of your own is an excellent way to share all your knowledge and experience, give back to the industry, and play a part in training the next generation of technicians. In fact, over 60% of Capricorn Members told our 2021 State of the Nation survey that training the next generation was the main reason they took on an apprentice. But it’s a big commitment. It takes time, effort and dedication. The good news is you don’t have to do it alone — there’s a lot of support out there for mechanical workshop owners who employ apprentices. In this article you’ll find links to the information you need to know in your home country or state, including information about the various incentives you can leverage to your advantage, to make taking on an apprentice even more worthwhile.
National resources for workshops taking on apprentices
Across Australia and New Zealand, governments are offering incentives to help get new talent into apprenticeships.
New Zealand
The New Zealand Government is currently offering business owners an incentive to take on apprentices, called Apprenticeship Boost, which subsidises wages for first- and second-year apprentices. It’s a response to the economic impacts of Covid-19 and is available until August 2022. 2 2 CAPRICORN IGNITION DECEMBER 2021 JANUARY 2022
