When you host an apprentice or trainee through a Group Training Organisation (GTO), your all-inclusive charge-out rate covers dozens of costs that would otherwise fall to your business.

The GTO shields your business from these costs and complexities of direct employment:

1. Administrative & Payroll Relief

  • Superannuation: The GTO manages and pays all superannuation contributions.

  • Payroll Tax: The GTO assumes liability for any applicable payroll tax.

  • Worker Compensation Premium: The GTO covers the full premium and management, protecting your business's insurance history.

  • All Administration & Paperwork: The GTO handles all government forms, contracts, compliance checks, and ongoing administration.

2. Non-Productive Time Costs

  • Trade School/TAFE: The GTO pays the apprentice/trainee for the time they spend attending formal Trade School or Private College—you only pay for time spent working on site.

  • Sick Leave: The GTO manages and pays for all statutory sick leave.

  • Annual Leave Loading: The GTO covers the cost and management of holiday leave loading.

  • Public Holidays: The GTO pays the apprentice/trainee for all public holidays.

3. Resources & Recruitment

  • Recruitment/Advertising: The GTO covers the cost of finding, screening, and advertising for suitable candidates.

  • Induction: The GTO manages the initial induction process.

  • Uniforms & Protective Equipment (PPE): The GTO provides the apprentice/trainee with necessary Uniforms and Safety Gear.

  • Training Fees & Logistics: The GTO arranges and manages all formal and additional Training logistics.

4. Management & Hidden Costs

  • Your Productive Time: Your supervisors are freed from managing HR issues, payroll, and government compliance.

  • Placement/Monitoring: The GTO manages all aspects of placement and ongoing monitoring, ensuring the apprentice stays on track.

The Bottom Line: By partnering with a GTO, you receive a motivated, quality-assured employee without the financial risk or administrative burden.

Speak with a GTO today to learn more about our simple charge-out rates and any employer incentives you may be eligible for.

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