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Breaking Barriers Creating Connections

Funding for Women in Non-Traditional Trades

Breaking Barriers Creating Connections

Squad are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity in non-traditional trades. Whether you're an innovative employer in the NSW Regional Wagga and Albury regions or a determined woman looking to break into non-traditional trades, we're here to support your journey.

Our Mission: With the generous backing of the NSW Government Department of Education, we are on a mission to challenge stereotypes and pave the way for a more inclusive future in the world of non-traditional trades.

For Employers:

PPE: We provide essential personal protective equipment to ensure the safety of your female employees working in unconventional fields.
Training: Our specialized training programs empower your workforce and keep you ahead of the curve.
Health and Wellbeing: We prioritize the holistic well-being of your team.

For Women in Non-Traditional Trades:

PPE: We've got your safety covered with high-quality gear.
Training: Our tailored training programs open doors to new opportunities.
Health and Wellbeing: Your wellness is our concern.
Work Experience: Gain hands-on experience to supercharge your career.
Work Readiness Coaching: Sharpen your skills and boost your confidence for success.

Break through the stereotypes that may be holding you back. Contact us today to start breaking barriers and creating connections. Together, we can build a future where non-traditional trades are diverse and inclusive. Join us in this exciting journey!

The Team at Squad have been instrumental in recruiting hard to fill apprentices in a timely and thorough manner. Their responsiveness to our needs is second to none, and they value the importance of regular dialogue and transparency throughout the recruitment process and beyond. We highly recommend engaging Squad and thank them for their hard work which has rendered great success in our business

Daniel Grant - Corporate Business Manager, DSI Panels (Melbourne)

We strongly recommend Squad for those who require a premium recruitment service and support. We look at our Squad team in the highest regard and have always relied heavily on their proficiency to staff our businesses with the best candidates. If you require the right person for job at the right time, don’t go past Squad.

George Skepevski - Proprietor (Sydney)

Squad has helped us recruit Efficient, Intelligent Talented staff. Our productivity has increased due to the training & services provided

Sarah McKenzie - Doug Sutherland Truck Repairs (Wagga)

We have been supported with staff from Squad over a number of years and during that time we have forged a great working relationship with Squad. Their approach to staffing and host employer support is excellent and actually goes beyond just the business side of staffing. Care and interest are just two standout attributes that we see from Squad's Staff. We love the ease of the trainee administration, staff options, and we really enjoy concentrating on our core work focus with Squad's trainees right beside us!

Daniel Jeffery - Director, Optimum Renovations (Melbourne)

If your a small business and managing a HR department as well, it’s an extra cost in payroll for 2-3 people to run that area professionally. Recruitment companies take away all the day to day headaches, from sourcing staff around the globe, reference checking, payroll, WHS, dealing with time-sheets and assisting with staff training and the most important area of business, your staff are alway on the correct award rate of pay and managing the expectations of Fairwork Australia. We engaged Squad in 2018 and we have never looked back.

Marie Adele - General Manager, Bernti's Mountain Inn

Squad's active mentoring of apprentices through regular catch ups really assists both the apprentice and host employer to stay on top of any issues that arise. This keeps communication flowing about how the apprentice is tracking at work and at TAFE and everyone’s expectations are managed effectively.

Squad is also proactive with assisting host employers on advice and applications for incentive payments available – always a great help. Thanks to Cathy and the team at Squad Wagga Wagga!

Susan Duffy - D & M Electrical Communications (Wagga)