Apprentices and Trainees

Tradie Entitlements

Are you aware of your worker entitlements, rights and responsibilities?

Some things that it is important to know about include:
The cost of your trade training
Overtime and shiftwork
Trade-training on your rostered day off
Your allowances for tools and travel

You can find out about your entitlements at the Fair Work Ombudsman website.

Having workplace problems?

Prevention is best, however there may be times in the workplace where problems arise, and you are not sure what to do.

Communication is the key but if you are experiencing a communication breakdown in the workplace, there is help.

Reach out to your:

Australian Apprenticeship Network Provider (AASN) - this maybe MEGT or MAS National
Field Officer (if you are employed by a Group Training Organisation)
TAFE SA's Counselling & Inclusion team who can support you in navigating your next steps.
Skills SA - Skills SA is a Government of South Australia site which can help you with general information about apprenticeships & traineeships
Fair Work Ombudsman has a range of helpful information and resources to support your employment:

If you can’t seem to resolve your problem – who to contact:

South Australian Skills Commission - General advice if you are experiencing difficulties as an apprentice or trainee. Phone 800 006 488 or
South Australian Employment Tribunal - Help with disputes between employers and apprentices or trainees related to contracts or work conditions.

Injured at work

If you are injured at work let your employer know as soon as possible. If you are physically unable to do this yourself, a work mate, family member or friend can do this on your behalf. It is your employers responsibility to report incidents to SafeWork SA.

Reporting safety concerns

Speak to your supervisor or Health & Safety Representative if you have concerns about the safety at your workplace.

If you want to report a safety issue at your workplace, you can do so online or by giving SafeWorkSA a call. You can choose to remain anonymous however they can act more quickly if they have full details. Your identity can remain confidential if/when dealing with your employer.

Further information

Freecall 1800 882 661

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