On 4 June 2014, the Premier announced that at least 1,000 apprentices will be employed to help NSW deliver its record infrastructure program. To assist the Government achieve this goal, tenderers will be required to demonstrate a commitment to the employment and training of apprentices.
Minimum requirements for apprenticeships will be set by the Government on a project by project basis, with partnerships with local vocational and tertiary institutions also encouraged.
Tenderers are to provide advice on how they will leave a lasting skills dividend for local communities, including information on the proposed number of apprenticeships, training outcomes and performance targets that can be monitored and evaluated.
Tenderers will be required to address the additional criteria in their tender documents.