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25.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that joined us for the NAWIC Qld Xmas Breakfast yesterday at the stunning Victoria Park Golf Complex Marquis. Thank you also to everyone that donated a gift for The Salvation Army Australia Christmas appeal. Your generosity was amazing! #nawicqld #WhenWomenLead #Xmas

25.01.2022 Our 2020/21 Mentoring Program registration process is well underway, get your applications in now to secure your spot and get this great networking and career development opportunity. Details on how to join here: http://ow.ly/hhaR50BvMUa Mentor Application: http://ow.ly/hrGr50BvMU8... Mentee Application: http://ow.ly/Yg1950BvMU9 #nawicqld #womenbuildingqld #NAWICemcqld #nawicmentoring

24.01.2022 NAWIC Qld encourages diversity and inclusion in the construction industry. We've been made aware of some employment opportunities that may suit our members. Protech has a number of exciting opportunities for apprentices and trainees: Civil Construction... 1. Certificate III Civil Construction (Road & Maintenance) x 1 Greenbank 2. Certificate III Civil Construction (Road & Maintenance) x 2 Brisbane Scaffolding Ideally seeking sporting background 1. Scaffolding Traineeship Gold Coast Based x2 2. Scaffolding Traineeship Brisbane based x2 Water proofer 1. 1st Year Apprentice Brisbane Based x1 Carpentry 1. Carpentry Apprenticeship Gold Coast X2 Mechanical 1. Heavy vehicle or diesel fitter apprenticeship Warwick x 1 Electrical refer to attached 1. 1-4th yr Electrical Gold Coast x 2 Tiling 1. 1st yr Tiling Apprentice Sunshine Coast x 2 To apply, send your resume to [email protected]

24.01.2022 Are you interested in a career in the sheet metal industry or related fabrication trades? NAWIC Qld Women on Tools Committee is proud to support this upcoming career program with Energy Skills Queensland The Metal Fabrication Career Start Program will provide participants with the basic knowledge, skills and industry experience to prepare for an engineering trades apprenticeship.... Female participants in the program will receive membership of NAWIC to ensure we can connect them with appropriate mentors. The Metal Fabrication Career Start Program will be delivered over 8 weeks from Major Training’s Yatala facilities. The training will be a combination of theoretical and practical activities, including industry visits and one week of work experience placement To apply for this program, please click on the link below to book a place in the Program Information Session: Wednesday, 30th September 2020, 11.00 am Major Training Group 38 Prairie Rd, Ormeau QLD 4208 Program information and recruitment interviews will be completed on this day bit.ly/Yatala_MFIS

23.01.2022 This post is a shout out to our wonderful Women on Tools committee for their achievements during 2020. Our Women on Tools (WoT) committee like everyone were greatly affected by the COVID lockdown. The team were able to re-strategise and pivot to ensure their commitments and goals were achieved. They achieved a lot of the following amazing outcomes whilst working fulltime and in some cases home schooling their children. A remarkable achievement overall! We developed our onl...ine Diversity and Inclusion Awareness training https://inscope.edu.au/nawic . This was developed by trades women in partnership with TAFE QLD Skills Tech with input from a Bond university professor, and industry stakeholders. We encourage you to jump on line and have a go. This training can be delivered as a toolbox session on site. Our NAWIC QLD WoT volunteers have already delivered it to over 300 participants in 2020! We hosted roundtable events with industry leaders to identify the challenges in changing the mindset and culture of our industry to be more accepting of diversity and inclusion. To assist this cultural change we have developed the Passport to Diversity! We have developed a suite of resources to support employers recruitment strategies and provide targeted information to female applicants wanting to get into the industry. We engaged with hundreds of school students providing them with a range of activities including ‘Speed Careering’ events, ‘Career Advice’ webinar’s and the ever popular ‘Try a Trade’ days. Our WoT Toolbox breakfast attracted hundreds of participants, who received industry specific, current and female relevant information from our amazing group of industry stakeholders and supporters. We gave away hundreds of freebies such as Bolle’ Safety glasses, Shewear Boots, Eve workwear, and Gift cards. During these events we have been able to match applicants with employers and apprenticeship opportunities. Our committee absolutely loved seeing our tradeswomen bring their children to these events! Our committee grew from 6 members at the start of the year to 11 members at the end of the year. We are supporting the Housing and Public Work’s Exemplar Project with advice and resources to help dispel myths and demonstrate benefits of implement a Diverse and Inclusive workforce on a construction site. We co-hosted our first webinar with the support of QBCC showcasing the steps our tradies need to take to start their own business under their own licence. #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld

23.01.2022 The 2020/21 NAWIC QLD Mentoring Program is fast approaching! Interested in mentoring someone in the construction industry? A chance to give back and offer your targeted advice and support to help shape someone's career direction. Keen to be mentored by a professional working in your area of interest? Past mentees tell us the experience was invaluable! ... Duration: October 2020 to June 2021 What’s involved: Monthly one-on-one sessions and quarterly events (virtual and in-person options) Cost: Free for members (easy to join, visit http://ow.ly/wYgP50BvMKs) Further information: http://ow.ly/rEQ950BvMKw Mentor Application Form: http://ow.ly/cxPN50BvMKt Mentee Application Form: http://ow.ly/440m50BvMPD Who should participate? Students, apprentices, recent graduates to professionals members in various stages of their career in the building and construction industry are strongly encouraged to apply. This program is one of the greatest gifts NAWIC QLD provides its members, we are very excited to be relaunching the program this year and hope you enjoy the value it provides!! #nawicqld #womenbuildingqld #NAWICemcqld #nawicmentoring

22.01.2022 "More women are starting trades in a bid to get jobs, with a significant spike in females taking up engineering and automotive apprenticeships as the coronavirus pandemic causes staggering levels of unemployment." Shoutout to the Courier Mail for their coverage of women in trades! #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #womenbuildingqld #wotbalance #wottrade

21.01.2022 This week we would like to encourage our followers to support these local businesses that have been supporting NAWIC Qld for many years. Today, we thank Bollé Safety for their ongoing support Bollé Safety has been a proud supporter of The National Association of Women in Construction QLD for a number of years.... We have seen the association grow in strength and members. Bollé Safety offers safety eyewear that suits everyone and looks to provide the right fit, but also design, style and comfort. Wearing the right PPE is important and educating everyone that there are many varied options for all applications in the workplace. Through NAWIC Qld we are able to provide some awareness and more importantly assist the members with workplace solutions. To find out more about this amazing business head to https://www.bollesafety.com.au/

17.01.2022 We are very excited to announce our third and final guest panellist that will be joining us for the 2020 NAWIC Qld Xmas Breakfast - Heather Parry! Our exciting panel of industry women in leadership positions will give their insights and experiences on the topic of Women in Power. About Heather - Heather Parry has worked for various companies in the CIMIC Group (previously Leighton Holdings) and has experience in pricing, developing and leading a range of construction and oper...ational projects in NSW and QLD. Heather has a strong understanding of a broad range of industries including highway, telecommunications, rail, gas and mining. Heather is currently a Project Director for Inland Rail. Want to hear more? Join us on Thursday 3 December at Victoria Park. Secure your tickets before Monday 23 November - https://bit.ly/NAWIC-Xmas-2020 #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #womenbuildingqld #Christmas #XmasBreakfast #NAWICXmas

16.01.2022 Master how to set goals to create a solid financial foundation for your future at the NAWIC QLD Financially Fit for Life event. Award-winning industry super fund experts at BUSSQ want to help NAWIC members make the most of their super and feel empowered to make financial decisions about their future, so they are not part of these statistics (from Women In Super Australia): 40% of older single retired women live in poverty and experience economic insecurity in retirement... 44% of women rely on their partner's income as the main source of funds for retirement 8.5% of women between 65 and 74 still have a mortgage We will take you through some activities and strategies to grow your super such as salary sacrifice. We’ll also dispel the myth that you need $1 million dollars to retire comfortably. Join us for an informative and fun evening together with pizza and wine at Chuffed Espresso in Milton to learn all things super.

16.01.2022 This week at NAWIC Qld we would like to encourage our followers to support these local businesses. These businesses have been supporting NAWIC Qld for many years. Today, we thank she wear australia for their ongoing support What She Wear does ... She wear is a Brisbane-based footwear company manufacturing and retailing a range of safety and work footwear specifically designed for women. Our safety footwear ranges are certified and compliant to Australian standards, and designed to fit women correctly, comfortably and safely. We offer the most styles and choice for women and offer specifications such as steel or composite safety caps, anti slip soles, water resistant uppers and anti fatigue footbeds. We also stock a full range of workwear and PPE designed to fit women correctly. We do not stock men's workwear styles or sizes .. or "unisex" fit (which actually doesn't exist - it's just a men's fit!). Why She Wear supports NAWIC Qld She wear supports NAWIC Qld because they provide support and empowerment to women working in the male-dominated construction industry. Women bring just as much if not more! firepower to the table as men, and we love seeing women challenging perceptions around traditional female occupations. Our motto is that you can’t be what you can’t see, and NAWIC Qld is a great partner for bringing visibility to women in trades and construction. To find out more about this amazing business head to shewear.com.au

15.01.2022 Keen on a Career in the Construction Industry? The Hutchies Trade Start program is a competitive and challenging program designed to develop graduates who are highly motived, independent learners. When you complete a Trade Start course, you will be savvy about how to pursue a career in construction and gain highly sought technical, social and leadership skills. Students have direct exposure to a variety of construction trades and professions through structured workplace lear...ning (SWL). You will gain experience with as many different career options as possible by observing workers in their environment. The next course starts on 12 October so get in quick! Find out more - https://training.hutchies.com.au//pre-employme/trade-start #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld

14.01.2022 It might not seem like it, but Christmas is nearly upon us ! That means it's nearly time for the NAWIC QLD Christmas breakfast. Comment below if you're keen to join us on Thursday 3 December! Tickets go on sale soon, keep an eye out on our social media for more details. #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #womenbuildingqld #Christmas #WhenWomenLead

13.01.2022 Over the past 12 months, we've been on a mission to engage with industry and foster the growth and development of Queensland women in trades. Throw a pandemic into the mix and it's been a challenging ride but we are extremely proud of our achievements! Watch below to see our campaign outcomes and how you can contribute to our mission here - www.womenbuildingqld.com.au ... #nawicqld #womenbuildingqld #womeninconstruction #workplacediversity #mentoring #media #training #policy #takethepledge

12.01.2022 NAWIC QLD is excited to be exhibiting at Broadening Horizons Conference at St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School this week, chatting with Year 10 students and teachers about study and career pathways in construction. The girls were also taken on a Virtual Construction Site tour! Huge thanks to our Education and Mentoring Committee members for engaging with the young generations especially Cassandra Hicking and Fiona Lamari! #nawic_qld #stmargaretsags

12.01.2022 Last chance to register FREE WEBINAR for Women on Tools Wednesday 7th October 2020 - 4pm to 5 pm... If you are a tradeswoman or apprentice in construction, be sure to join us for a trade focused interactive webinar hosted by Nawic Qld Women on Tools committee, supported by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission The webinar will cover: Licensing including the different types of licences available through QBCC along with what licensees can perform under the scope of their licence Opportunities for upskilling to different licenses and Home warranty scheme Panellists include : Ms Kate Raymond, LLB, BA, GAICD, QBCC Assistant Director Service Trades Janette Andrews, Director, Category Management, Housing & Public Works This webinar will give you the opportunity to speak directly with industry professionals. Register now https://event.webinarjam.com/register/89/54gombkg #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld #eachforequal #NAWICQLD #11percent #humansofnawic #womenontools #changetheratio #womeninconstruction

12.01.2022 Thanks to our amazing community, we are on track for our biggest Xmas Breakfast on record! So big in fact we've had to release additional tickets so we can fit everyone in That means this is your final opportunity to secure your spot before tickets sell out. Final tickets close on Monday 23 November! Join us on Thursday 3 December at Victoria Park for the NAWIC Qld Xmas Breakfast. Secure your tickets at https://bit.ly/NAWIC-Xmas-2020... #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #womenbuildingqld #Christmas #XmasBreakfast #NAWICXmas

12.01.2022 NAWIC QLD’s Women on Tools committee was delighted to host a round table at the Construction Training Centre with over a dozen Industry Associations to discuss barriers and strategies on how we can partner and collaborate to not only improve the culture of our industry sectors but embrace and promote Diversity and Inclusion. NAWIC QLD has developed a suite of resources to help support employers in their efforts to diversify their workforce. To access these free resources use... this link http://ow.ly/Qq5J50CHzdw Thank you to Construction Skills Queensland - CSQ, Master Plumbers Association of Queensland, Australian Steel Institute , Energy Skills Queensland, Aussie Painters Network, , Master Painters Association, Civil Contractors Federation - Queensland NFIA, Master Electricians Australia. Motor Trades Association of Queensland - MTAQ Housing Industry Association - HIA, AWCI - The Association of Wall & Ceiling Industries Australia & New Zealand, Engineers Australia, Queensland Major Contractors Association, Timber and Building Materials Association and Australian Brick and Blocklaying Training Fund #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld

10.01.2022 We are only two weeks away from the 2020 NAWIC Qld Xmas Breakfast and we are very excited to announce our second guest panellist that will be joining us - Dr Carmen Letton! Our exciting panel of industry women in leadership positions will give their insights and experiences on the topic of Women in Power. About Dr Letton - Dr Letton is a mining engineer and mineral economist (PhD) with 30 years of global mining exposure, working for major and mid-tier mining houses in board o...f directors, senior management and leadership roles. With experience in operations, corporate strategy development, engineering, asset and business development, continuous improvement, mergers and acquisitions. Currently, Carmen is the Head Open Pit Mining for the Technical and Sustainability Group in Anglo American. Want to hear more? Join us on Thursday 3 December at Victoria Park. Secure your tickets - https://bit.ly/NAWIC-Xmas-2020 #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #womenbuildingqld #Christmas #XmasBreakfast #NAWICXmas

10.01.2022 Thank you to our mentoring participants who came to our first Coffee Catchup this morning! We hope you received your daily caffeine fix whilst engaging in conversation with fellow mentors and mentees. #emcmentoring #nawicqld #mentoring

09.01.2022 This week we would like to encourage our followers to support local businesses that have been supporting NAWIC Qld for many years. Today, we thank Danger Sun Overhead for their ongoing support Danger Sun Overhead (DSO) support NAWIC Qld because of their passion and drive in supporting and advocating for women in the construction industry. ... DSO educate outdoor industries with construction being a major percentage of our audience. The construction industry is still largely male, however when presenting at sites, we are seeing more women entering this workforce. We support NAWIC QLD because of the support and valuable tools they provide to women in the construction industry which enables women to feel confident and become successful in this predominantly male industry. To find out more about this amazing business head to www.dangersunoverhead.org.au

09.01.2022 Are you interested in a career in the sheet metal industry or related fabrication trades? NAWIC Qld Women on Tools Committee is proud to support this upcoming career program The Metal Fabrication Career Start Program will provide participants with the basic knowledge, skills and industry experience to prepare for an engineering trades apprenticeship.... Female participants in the program will receive membership of NAWIC to ensure we can connect them with appropriate mentors. The Metal Fabrication Career Start Program will be delivered over 8 weeks from Major Training’s Yatala facilities. The training will be a combination of theoretical and practical activities, including industry visits and one week of work experience placement To apply for this program, please click on the link below to book a place in the Program Information Session: Wednesday, 30th September 2020, 11.00 am Major Training Group 38 Prairie Rd, Ormeau QLD 4208 Program information and recruitment interviews will be completed on this day bit.ly/Yatala_MFIS

08.01.2022 Yesterday female students had a rare experience to visit a construction site where they were able to Try a Trade. They heard hearing from female apprentices and Tradeswomen about the broad range of career opportunities in construction. The QBuild Exemplar project is aiming to deliver 11% female participation and to date has achieved over 30% proving that a dedicated target is achievable and will encourage diversity and inclusion in the industry.... NAWIC QLD’s Women on Tools (WoT) committee is proud to be supporting Construction Skills Queensland - CSQ who were the hosts of the Try a Trade event yesterday. Chair of the WoT committee Rachael Keiley and members Rachael Price and Radmila Desic are amongst the role models on site today sharing their stories and trade backgrounds. A huge thank you to these inspirational ladies! #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld

08.01.2022 From all of the NAWIC QLD board members and committees, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Thank you again to everyone that attended our Christmas Breakfast earlier this month and to everyone that brought a gift for The Salvation Army Australia. The amazing gifts were well received in on their way to be delivered to those in need. We hope you have enjoy time with your family and friends this special festive season and we will see you all in the new year #NAWICQLD

05.01.2022 Well done to our very own Rad Desic representing Nawic Qld at the Exemplar project in Cannon Hill yesterday with Construction Skills Queensland - CSQ. Rad delivered a toolbox talk on the topic of Diversity and Inclusion Awareness, to an audience of trades people and professionals. We continue to raise the importance of diversity and inclusion on construction sites. Well done Rad, you are a champion. ... #NAWICQLD #11percent #womenontools #womenbuildingqld #wotbalance #wottrade

05.01.2022 DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER for this FREE WEBINAR for Women on Tools Wednesday 7th October 2020 - 4pm to 5 pm If you are a tradeswoman or apprentice in construction, be sure to join us for a trade focused interactive webinar hosted by Nawic Qld - Women on Tools committee, supported by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC ).... The webinar will cover: Licensing including the different types of licences available through QBCC along with what licensees can perform under the scope of their licence Opportunities for upskilling to different licenses and Home warranty scheme Panellists include : Ms Kate Raymond, LLB, BA, GAICD, QBCC Assistant Director Service Trades Janette Andrews, Director, Category Management, Housing & Public Works This webinar will give you the opportunity to speak directly with industry professionals. When you complete your registration you will have an opportunity to submit questions for the panel Register now https://event.webinarjam.com/register/89/54gombkg #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld #eachforequal #NAWICQLD #11percent #humansofnawic #womenontools #changetheratio #womeninconstruction

04.01.2022 NAWIC Qld continues to advocate for women in non-traditional roles. Casey Bell is one of 16 women currently working on the Exemplar project in Cannon Hill. This project is backed by the Department of Housing and Public Works and is seeking to close the gender gap, aiming for a 20 per cent female workforce. I’ve worked on a few smaller projects around Brisbane but the atmosphere on a project like Cannon Hill is very different and exciting to be a part of, Casey said.... The industry can be daunting for women because it’s so male dominated but choosing this career has been the best decision and it would be great to see more women embrace construction. Thanks to Courier Mail for the article in Friday's edition which features Sheree Taylor, Rad Desic, Casey Bell and Michelle Peever. http://ow.ly/2zym50BxrhK #womenbuildingqld #eachforequal #NAWICQLD #11percent #humansofnawic #womenontools #changetheratio #womeninconstruction #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance

01.01.2022 Great news for Australian businesses who employ a new apprentice between 5th October 2020 and 30 September 2021. The Australian Government has announced the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements wage subsidy to support businesses to take on new apprentices and trainees. Eligible employers and Group Training Organisations will receive a wage subsidy of up to 50 per cent of the Australian Apprentice’s gross wage paid. ... The wage subsidy is available for a maximum of $7,000 per quarter per eligible Australian Apprentice. Get in quick! There’s a limited number of spots available. Help grow the number of women in construction trades! Find out more here https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/ #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld #eachforequal #NAWICQLD #11percent #humansofnawic #womenontools #changetheratio #womeninconstruction

01.01.2022 FREE WEBINAR for Women on Tools Wednesday 7th October 2020 - 4pm to 5 pm If you are a tradeswoman or apprentice in construction, be sure to join us for a trade focused interactive webinar hosted by Nawic Qld - Women on Tools committee, supported by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC ).... The webinar will cover: Licensing including the different types of licences available through QBCC along with what licensees can perform under the scope of their licence Opportunities for upskilling to different licenses and Home warranty scheme Panellists include : Ms Kate Raymond, LLB, BA, GAICD, QBCC Assistant Director Service Trades Janette Andrews, Director, Category Management, Housing & Public Works This webinar will give you the opportunity to speak directly with industry professionals. When you complete your registration you will have an opportunity to submit questions for the panel Register now https://event.webinarjam.com/register/89/54gombkg #wottrade #wotsafety #wotcreate #wotbalance #womenbuildingqld #eachforequal #NAWICQLD #11percent #humansofnawic #womenontools #changetheratio #womeninconstruction

01.01.2022 Do you support women in Queensland's construction industry? As part of our Women Building Queensland program, we're encouraging employers to pledge their support for workforce diversity and the recruitment of more women in construction roles. Take the pledge here to show your support - www.womenbuildingqld.com.au #takethepledge #womenbuildingqld #showyoursupport #workforcediversity #fosterthefuture #NAWICQLD

01.01.2022 A reminder for participants of the mentoring program of our first Coffee Catch up tomorrow morning in Central Plaza 1. Join for a conversation and coffee to kick start your day! Contact us at [email protected] if you haven't already RSVPd