A USU led initiative has delivered new apprentice positions as part of a statewide push to tackle skills shortages and support young workers in your communities.
As part of the NSW Government’s Fresh Start program, 29 new apprentice positions have been created at Inner West Council, thanks to an initiative put forward by USU General Secretary Graham Kelly.
USU members, council staff, elected Councillors and Premier Chris Minns recently gathered at the council’s Petersham depot to welcome the new apprentices and mark this important win for the sector. Pictured above: Acting General Secretary Daniel Papps addressing the media
The new roles span a range of trades and are part of a broader commitment to create 1,300 new apprentices, trainees and cadets across local government over six years.
The Fresh Start program gives school leavers and young people the chance to study, work and earn a qualification on the job, while helping to address skills shortages that are impacting housing and infrastructure delivery across NSW.
The goal is for apprentices and trainees to eventually make up 15% of the local government workforce.
We’re proud to support young workers, create real opportunities, and help councils build a strong local government workforce for the future.
Premier Chris Minns addressing the media
Premier Chris Minns with 2 apprentice mechanics
