If you're an apprentice in building and construction, we have tips, tools and training that can help.
Access our dedicated page
It pays to know what to expect in the workplace. Knowing your rights and entitlements can help you to make the most of your apprenticeship and set you up for success.
For a good place to start, go to Apprentices in the building and construction industry.
The page covers industry-specific information for apprentices, including:
- pay and allowances
- training and progression
- overtime and shiftwork
- examples of workplace entitlements
- other helpful resources.
We've also put together a list of tips and tools to help - check out our recommendations below.
Download our guide
Prefer a guide you can print out and keep? For a one-stop shop for advice on what to expect during your apprenticeship and what to look out for, take a look at our Guide to starting an apprenticeship Guide to starting an apprenticeship.
You'll find answers to common questions and a handy checklist to make sure you have everything you need.
Use our Pay and Conditions Tool
What you are paid will usually depend on how long you've been an apprentice and what training you've completed.
You can check your apprentice pay rates and conditions using our free Pay and Conditions Tool.
Check out free training courses
Starting a new job? Make sure you're up to speed on your standard workplace entitlements.
Learn about your rights and get tips for your first day in our free short training course Starting a new job.
Track your hours in our app
Remember to keep an accurate record of your training and work hours. Having a record makes it easier to talk to your employer about any issues or concerns that may come up during your apprenticeship.
Our free app makes it easy to track your hours, add rosters, receive reminder notifications, and to take photos of important documents.
To get started, download the Record My Hours app.
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