How Hiring Apprentices Through a GTO Helps Businesses Grow Safely

Taking on an apprentice is one of the most effective ways to grow your electrical business, but it’s not just about getting extra help on site. Partnering with a Group Training Organisation (GTO) like EGT allows you to grow safely, sustainably, and with support every step of the way.

Hiring through EGT gives you the chance to build your team, strengthen your processes, and prepare for long-term growth, without taking on the risks and admin that come with employing directly. 

A Safer Way to Grow Your Team

When you hire an apprentice through EGT, you’re not on your own. EGT is the legal employer, which means we take care of the recruitment, payroll, insurance, and compliance, giving you more time to focus on your projects. 

This arrangement also protects your business from the common vulnerabilities that can come with direct employment. For example, if you realise you don’t yet have solid leave policies, or payroll systems in place, EGT can help you set them up correctly. We can also assist with things like safety through our sister organisation ECA WA. Our field officers and support team work closely with you to make sure your business meets all necessary standards, helping you grow in a way that’s both compliant and low-risk.

A Low-Risk Way to Test Your Business Capacity

If you’re thinking about expanding but aren’t sure whether you’re ready to employ full-time staff, hosting an apprentice through EGT is a smart first step.

You can trial an apprentice in your business without committing to long-term employment. If the fit isn’t right, or your workload changes, the apprentice can simply return to EGT for a new placement. This flexibility allows you to gauge your business’s capacity, test your systems, and identify any areas that need improvement before you hire directly.

Many host employers find that this “test run” helps them discover what kind of team structure, management approach, and safety procedures they need before scaling up further.

Building the Next Generation of Electricians

One of the biggest advantages of hosting through EGT is the opportunity to train apprentices to suit your business. You can help shape their skills and instil good work habits while EGT manages their off-the-job training.

And the payoff is significant - many EGT apprentices go on to accept full-time employment with their host employers once qualified. That means you can grow your future workforce with team members who already know your systems, clients, and standards.

Comprehensive Support Every Step of the Way

EGT provides ongoing guidance and hands-on support throughout your apprentice placement.
We handle and help with:

• Recruitment and screening of suitable apprentices
• Training coordination with Registered Training Organisations like CET
• Payroll, superannuation, and insurance
• Regular site visits and progress reviews

This ensures your apprentice, and your business, are fully supported, with expert help whenever you need it.

Grow Confidently with EGT

Expanding your business doesn’t have to be a leap into the unknown. Hosting apprentices through EGT gives you the time, structure, and support to build your workforce safely and confidently. You’ll gain skilled team members, improve your business systems, and be better prepared for the next stage of growth.