We detail the ins and outs of a Group Training Organisation (GTO) and how partnering with one can help your business.
Hiring an apprentice or trainee can be one of the most effective ways to grow a skilled, long-term workforce.
But for many Queensland employers, the process can feel complex, time-consuming and overwhelming.
From recruitment and training contracts to payroll and compliance, managing an apprentice or trainee comes with responsibilities that can distract you from running your business.
How do you reduce risk, save time and set your apprentice up for success without taking on extra admin or stress?
That’s where a Group Training Organisation (GTO) can assist.
A Group Training Organisation (GTO) is a registered business that employs apprentices and trainees and places them with host employers.
The host employer provides on-the-job training and experience, without the legal responsibility of being the direct employer.
The GTO remains the legal employer and allows you to focus on your business and developing the apprentices’ skills.
When you partner with a GTO like Community Solutions, we take care of the following:
We make apprenticeship and traineeship hiring simple. Whether you’re hiring your first apprentice or trainee or scaling your workforce, we will support you every step of the way.
Your dedicated Field Officer will understand your goals, industry and workplace needs.
We source, screen and shortlist quality candidates and support you through the interview and placement process.
From payroll and training contracts to site inductions and government compliance, we manage all employment responsibilities.
You provide supervision and on-the-job training. We stay involved with regular check-ins, mentoring and performance support.
Partnering with a GTO offers significant benefits for small-to-medium businesses across a wide range of industries, including trades, administration, healthcare, retail and more. Key advantages include:
According to the National Centre for Vocational Education Research , one in three apprentices leave their apprenticeship within the first year.
This is often due to poor job fit, limited support or workplace challenges. The high attrition rate can cost businesses time, money and momentum.
By providing structured support, mentoring and regular check-ins, a GTO helps improve apprentice satisfaction and retention – giving your team greater continuity and long-term value.
With more than 30 years’ experience, Community Solutions has helped hundreds of Queensland businesses build skilled, reliable workforces while reducing administrative burdens.
Whether you’re based in Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Cairns or surrounding regions, our local teams will provide support, advice and workforce solutions tailored to your business needs and goals.
Ready to Grow Your Team?
If you’re considering taking on an apprentice or trainee but want to avoid the admin burden, legal risks or other complexities, Community Solutions can help.
Yes. We supply you with a selection of shortlisted candidates who meet our screening benchmarks. You get to make the final decision on the best candidate for your business and team. Alternatively, you can recommend candidates known to you to us, and we can assess and onboard them through the same process.
We coordinate the sign-up and manage the compliance with the Apprentice Connect Australia Provider (ACAP).
No. That’s on us if you hire through our GTO model.
Absolutely. Many of our host employers go on to employ apprentices or trainees directly after their placement ends. There are no additional recruitment fees.
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