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Building careers. Strengthening industry.
For over 25 years, TAPS has connected apprentices, trainees and host employers, creating opportunities that help individuals, business and communities thrive.
Why choose TAPS?
Our Story
Founded in 1997 to reverse declining apprentice numbers, TAPS has grown into South Australia’s leading Group Training Organisation.
Today, we support apprentices in plumbing, roofing, electrical, air conditioning & refrigeration, and other construction careers.
Meet Our Team
Growth
TAPS currently employ over 550 apprentices/trainees who are hosted across more than 120 host employers in the industries.
We provide excellent service to both the host employer and the apprentice. This has seen TAPS grow to be the market leading Group Training Organisation for the industry in South Australia and the Northern Territory. As we grow, we’re able to find and train more Australian apprentices to assist businesses across SA and the NT.
What is a GTO?
The role of a Group Training Organisation, is to employ, monitor and supply apprentices to potential host employers. Group Training is an easy and cost-effective alternative for employing Australian apprentices within your business.
Call us today to find your next apprentice.
Our Purpose
TAPS is a not-for-profit organisation so we can keep costs to a minimum and keep every dollar in the industry, to constantly raise the quantity and quality of our apprentices.
TAPS was created out of the need for better Australian apprentices and provides an essential service to continually advance the plumbing and roofing Industry standards.
Our Values
Integrity: Guiding every decision and building trust.
Collaboration: Working closely with employers, industry partners, schools, and government.
Excellence: Delivering the highest level of service and training, with apprentices achieving prestigious awards
