Toowoomba Ag Food Connect participant, Dylan Smith, has benefited from the AgFood Connect Program with a traineeship in Warehousing resulting from the combined efforts of DGT Employment & Training, Golden West Apprenticeships and PB Agrifood. Dylan registered for the AgFood Connect program in November 2020, he quickly exhibited the work ready attributes required and was […]
How to nail your Video Interview!
What are Video Interviews? Video job interviews are an increasingly common part of the hiring process. Video interviews provide a way for employers to assess job candidates on their qualifications, soft skills, and more during the hiring process. What are the benefits of Video Interviews for You? Video interviews offer many benefits to jobseekers! They […]
Construction apprentices in high demand
Local apprenticeship company, Golden West Apprenticeships have reported an increase in the demand for apprentices within the construction industry across the Darling Downs. Over 30 new entry-level apprentices have commenced their careers in the building and construction sector with Golden West Apprenticeships in the past few weeks. The Toowoomba region is currently seeing a boom […]
Five Reasons why you should choose an Apprenticeship
Apprenticeships are available in a range of industries and occupations, and are an excellent way to start your career in a company or a sector you want to work in. Here’s Five Reasons why you should choose an Apprenticeship 1. Earn While You Learn One of the most exciting aspects of an apprenticeship is how you get […]
Are you Resume Ready?
Having a well written and presentable resume is a crucial part of the employment process. Employers will often short list applicants based on their resumes alone so therefore it is important to make your resume stand out. Resumes should not be longer than two pages so keep your resume concise and only include details that […]
How to write a winning cover letter
A cover letter is similar to a brief introduction and should be submitted when applying for a job along with your resume. It’s important that you take the time and effort to write a cover letter for each position you are applying for – it shows that you are genuinely interested in the job. When […]
2021 Apprenticeship Intake
Recruiting for local apprentices across Southern and Western Queensland is set to kick off this month, with a number of apprenticeship opportunities up for grabs. Golden West Apprenticeships will soon start recruitment for the next intake of locals for its 2021 Apprenticeship program. Apprenticeships are on offer for Carpentry, Engineering, Electrical, Business Administration, Hospitality, Health […]
Apprenticeships through a group training organisation provides opportunities for success
An apprenticeship through a Group Training Organisation (GTO) like Golden West Apprenticeships provides a fantastic opportunity to both jobseekers and employers, as the group training model is designed to help you to achieve success. A recent report from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research has demonstrated that completion rates for apprentices employed with Group Training Organisations, […]
Defence Trade Program – Help a Hero
Transitioning out of the Forces? East Coast Apprenticeships has developed and conducts the Defence Trade Program (DTP) offering support to veterans and their families seeking a trade career. For some veterans, alternate career paths may be offered for consideration outside of trades. DTP advises on vocational training and is linked to a large network of […]
Ashley for the win
Third year carpentry apprentice, Ashley Walker was awarded the prestigious Apprentice of the Year Award on Friday night, at the Queensland Master Builders’ Housing and Construction Awards. This recognition of achievement comes from the Downs and Western branch of the Queensland Master Builders Association. As a child, Ashley would help her mother with renovation and […]