Hire Your First Apprentice and Claim Up to $16,000

Finding and training new talent is one of the biggest challenges facing trade and construction businesses today — but a new Queensland government initiative is making it significantly easier to take that first step.

Hire Your First Apprentice and Claim Up to $16,000

If you've never hired an apprentice before, the TradieStart Apprentice Incentive program could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. The Queensland government is offering eligible small businesses up to $16,000 to help cover the costs of hiring their first apprentice.

Larger employers aren't left out either — eligible businesses recruiting from priority groups can access up to $14,000 in support.

For trade and construction businesses in the Mudgeeraba area, this represents a genuine opportunity to bring on new talent while offsetting some of the financial pressure that comes with training. Building your workforce pipeline now could pay dividends for years to come.

If you're considering taking on your first apprentice, this program is well worth exploring before the opportunity passes.

To find out if your business is eligible and to learn more about how to apply, visit the Queensland Government website for full program details. Have questions or want to connect with other local business owners navigating the same decisions? Get in touch with the Mudgeeraba Chamber of Commerce — we're here to help our members make the most of opportunities like this one.