Are you looking to grow your electrical contracting business? Need to make sure you understand how to find good candidates to hire, understand safety systems, and eventually become a Gold Master Electrician? You can do all this, while saving thousands!

The Master Program is the electrical contracting industry’s leading business development platform. Designed to help you build strong foundations for business and give you access to the platforms and tools you need.

Here are seven reasons you should apply for the Master Program while Construction Skills Australia Small Business Program Funding is available for Queensland-based electrical contractors.

1. Know the pitfalls that cause many businesses to go bust

Working on the tools might be something that comes easy to you. But are you just as confident working on the business? The Master Program can help you set up the processes and procedures your business needs to succeed.

You will learn about business planning, security of payment, financial literacy plus how to market your business.

2. Learn how to grow your business

You did not start your business to work more and earn less. The Master Program can help you learn how to grow your business from start up to success. Learn about how to take your business to the next level.

Do you need more staff? Learn what to look for when you are hiring apprentices, experienced sparkies, or office staff. Employment law can be complicated, MEA’s Employer Advice Team will walk you through what you need to know about annual award changes and workplace relations advice.

3. Get direct access to MEA experts

As a Master Program participant, you will chat regularly to MEA’s Field Support Advisors who will help you on your path. They will help you navigate the program and take the necessary steps for your business to thrive.

You will also get full access to MEA’s Safety, Technical, and Employer Advice Hotlines. As a Master Electrician, you will have direct access to the teams of experts that help sparkies across the country every day.

4. Access to an industry leading safety system

A safety system is a key business tool for every electrical contractor. As part of the Master Program, you will have bonus access to the industry-leading ME Safety. ME Safety has been built for electrical contractors. You have access to functionality never seen in a single package. It makes full use of cloud technology and is available on multiple platforms.

ME Safety normally costs $2099 annually, but you will be able to use it for free while you are enrolled in the Master Program.

5. Become a Silver Master Electrician after 12 months

When you complete the Master Program’s first year, you’ll get the chance to become a Silver Master Electrician. Simply complete a successful audit of your learning activities and skills achieved in year one, and you will become a Silver Master Electrician.

You’ll also have the opportunity to continue your journey and complete Year Two of the Master Program to lift your business skills even further to become a Gold Master Electrician. *

6. Become a Gold Master Electrician

Being named a Gold Master Electrician is the pinnacle of achievement in the industry. It is a title only given to Master Electricians who operate a safe, sustainable, and profitable business.

There are only three ways to become a Gold Master Electrician.

• As recognition for commitment to the electrical industry, after 20 years of membership with MEA.
• Once a Master Electrician has completed accreditation assessment or achieved HSEQ certification.
• Upon successful completion of the Master Program.

When you complete the Master Program, you will have the skills and systems in place needed to ensure you meet the standards of a Gold Master Electrician.

7. Save up to 70 per cent on the first year

MEA have partnered with Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) to provide electrical contractors with access to the Master Program. This partnership means successful applicants will be able to join the program for up to 70 per cent off the first year’s fees. That is a massive $2642 saving for business with between one and three staff members.

This is a unique opportunity to access the Master Program at an exclusive price and a chance to set your business up for long-term success.

The Construction Skills Queensland Small Business Program Funding is a limited offer with only 30 spots available. Make sure you do not miss out on your chance to grow, build, and master your business. Secure your place today.

*Master Program beyond the first year at the participant’s own expense.