New Funding Round for GTO Wage Subsidy
From 1 July 2025, 225 additional places will be available under the Group Training Organisation (GTO) Wage Subsidy – first in, best dressed. This government-backed program helps building and construction businesses reduce apprentice and trainee wage costs and is only available through GTOs like ATC Work Smart.
Don't miss out - Act Now!
Here's a breakdown
Wages Covered for Up to Four Years
Eligible apprentices’ base wages are subsidised, reducing your labour costs significantly over the term of the apprenticeship (up to $134,625).
Available Through a GTO Like ATC Work Smart.
The subsidy is exclusively available via approved GTOs like ATC Work Smart, not for directly employed apprentices.
For Small to Medium Building & Construction Businesses
Available to eligible WA businesses working on government and private construction projects.
We Handle Everything
Recruitment, payroll, training coordination, insurance, HR. ATC Work Smart takes care of the lot while you focus on the job.
Ongoing Support, Monitoring & Issue Management
We regularly check in, visit your worksite, monitor apprentice progress, and help resolve any issues so you’re never left dealing with problems alone.
Limited Places — First Come, First Served
The subsidy is capped and in high demand, get in early to secure your apprentice under this cost-saving scheme.
Why Host with ATC Work Smart?
Expert support
Your dedicated Industry Consultant is here to help.
We recruit for you
We source and shortlist—you choose.
No admin
We manage wages, insurance, and compliance.
Ongoing support
Regular site visits and check-ins.
If you would like to take advantage of this goverment initiative, by hosting an Apprentice or Trainee with ATC Work Smart complete the contact form and one of our friendly team members will get back to you.
Places are strictly limited — once the government’s allocated funding is exhausted, no more spots will be available. Act now to avoid missing this opportunity.