Pre-contractor Program helps sparkies launch small businesses

Master Electricians Australia (MEA) is offering a new mentoring program to help small businesses in the construction industry by providing free mentoring and training in business management for electrical contractors.

The Pre-contractor Program allows electricians to access free mentoring and training services to help them start and maintain their own small business. As part of the program, electricians will complete a Certificate IV in Small Business Management, as well as develop skills necessary to advance into a management role.

“All too often industry sees ambitious new contractors entering the marketplace without the skills or experience needed to run a successful business,” MEA CEO Malcolm Richards said. “They have the right skills as a sparkie but not the business know-how needed to actually manage a prosperous company.

“The Pre-contractor Program provides electricians the opportunity to learn the tricks of the trade from an industry mentor, boosting the success rate of small businesses in the sector.”

The 12-month program will enable electricians to undertake the training and professional development necessary to progress in their career and help them build a successful business.

MEA is seeking applications from electricians interested in the Pre-contractor Program or those with established electrical careers who are keen to become mentors.

For more information, visit www.masterelectricians.com.au or call 1300 889 198.