A Quick Guide to Becoming a Construction Project Manager

Who is the first person construction team members go to when they have a problem? Right. The Project Manager. But handling the team’s questions and concerns is only a small part of a construction Project Manager’s duties. Broadly speaking, a PM takes the construction project from A to Z. You work both on-site and in…

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Civil Construction skills to be listed as essential

The Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) has called for civil construction skills to be listed as essential on the Federal Government’s National Skills Needs List to help the sector attract new workers and upskill the existing workforce. CCF National Chief Executive Officer Chris Melham said by updating the list with the stroke of a pen, the…

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Trades and construction needed to prop up Covid economy

Peak construction groups from across Australia are calling for renewed stimulus packages to prop up the hard hit property sector which has contracted sharply in the wake of the coronavirus crisis. The Australian Construction Industry Forum (ACIF) has proposed a $66 billion action plan which it says will galvanise building and construction activity by bringing…

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Online and Action Ready!

We are a family, we are strong, and together we can conquer this. CONSTRUCTION IS ESSENTIAL AND WILL REMAIN IN FULL OPERATION – IT’S YOUR TIME TO BE A PART OF IT   It isn’t a train at the end of the tunnel – it’s definitely just a bright light. We know there’s some serious…

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Keep Calm and Carry On!

Coronavirus has plunged the world into uncertainty and the constant news about the pandemic can feel relentless. All of this is taking its toll on people’s mental health, work schedules, finances and personal connections. Being at home sounds like a great way to set your own schedule, do whatever you want, and you don’t have…

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If you’re not workforce planning, you’re not in the game

Our working environment is changing, from 30 years ago – even 10 years ago – to now. How we operate in business is barely recognisable. Technology is changing how we do things.  Innovation is creating never before seen jobs.  The entrepreneur movement has radically shifted the opportunities available to each and every person. As a…

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The 3 things to do today, to improve your life.

Call it bullshit, call it woo-woo, call it whatever you like….  But here are 3 things you can do every day guaranteed to improve your life! Smile, laugh, and get that belly moving! Whether it’s telling another one of your cracking hilarious jokes or laughing at your mate who’s just reloaded his nail gun like…

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NEW Bunnings PowerPass for Apprentices

Foundation Training Australia is proud to present the Bunnings PowerPass card to our Apprentices If you’re not excited yet, you’re about to be! The Bunnings PowerPass card has in previous years only been offered to Bunnings Trade Account holders aka. you’re Boss. While we’re sure you’ve seen them flash their card at the Bunnings check-out…

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“Free apprenticeships for under 21s” reports the Queensland Government

Have you heard the latest radio announcements? TV ads and articles about Apprenticeships for under 21s? The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training’s latest campaigns are spruking “Free apprenticeships for under 21s.”1* The Palaszczuk Government is backing business and giving young Queenslanders access to gain a Nationally Recognised Qualification in industries where there is…

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Australian mining needs 21,000 workers by 2024

Australian mining needs 21,000 workers by 2024 With a $41billion project pipeline expected to play out in the next 4 years, forecasted demand for onsite skilled workers by 2024 sits at 20,767 new workers.1  These projections were released in September by the Australian Resources and Energy Group, AMMA. See below a breakdown of the projected…

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