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PEER Welcomes Second Intake of Defence Industry Pathways Program (DIPP)
Jun 23, 2025 | Announcements, Events
On Monday 23 June, PEER proudly hosted a welcome event to mark the commencement of the second intake of the Defence Industry Pathways Program (DIPP). The celebration brought together 18 new trainees, along with their families, friends, current and prospective South...
Tradie shortage attributed to stigma, apprentice wages, workplace factors
Jun 19, 2025 | Announcements
Source: ABC's Behind The NewsIsabella loves her job as an electrical apprentice. (ABC News: Simon Goodes)Isabella, 20, was always a hands-on kid. "I loved Lego growing up, loved helping in the garden, and I was just really inspired by my dad," she says. "He [Dad] was...
WorldSkills National Championships 2025
Jun 17, 2025 | Announcements, Events
PEER extends sincere thanks to all involved in supporting the 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships.The event served as a powerful reminder of the strength of the apprenticeship model and the value of collaboration across employers, trainers, mentors, and...
PEER Ambassador Isabella LaVista Wins Big at HiViZ Women Building SA Luncheon
Jun 3, 2025 | PEER Ambassadors
We’re thrilled to celebrate a remarkable achievement by one of our own! Congratulations to PEER Apprentice Ambassador, Isabella LaVista, who has taken out both the 2025 Rising Star and Tradeswoman of the Year awards at the Master Builders SA HiViZ Women Building SA...
Shaping up to get ships out
Apr 29, 2025 | Announcements, Events
Source: Australian Government I Defence: Shaping up to get ships out | DefenceMatthew Clemente, left, and Macey Bristow are part of the first South Australian cohort of the Defence Industry Pathways Program and started with the program in March. Photo: Nicholas...
Shipbuilding Employment Pathways (SEP)
Dec 17, 2024 | Announcements, Events
The Shipbuilding Employment Pathways (SEP) pilot initiative is positioned to attract and recruit apprentices in critical trades to increase Australia's domestic skilled labour supply within the nuclear powered submarine and naval shipbuilding and sustainment...
Defence Industry Pathways Program (DIPP)
Dec 17, 2024 | Announcements, Events
The Defence Industry Pathways Program (DIPP) is a 12-month paid traineeship that awards graduates with a 52904WA Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways. This program provides hands-on training and experience across various sectors of the defence industry,...
Joseph Prior: Rising Star in Leadership Development
Nov 28, 2024 | PEER Ambassadors
PEER is excited to announce that Joseph Prior, our PEER Ambassador and Electrical Apprentice, will be participating in the National Apprentice Employment Network’s ‘Today’s Skills: Tomorrow’s Leaders’ (TSTL) program. This initiative gathers exceptional apprentices and...
PEER Team Celebrates Jordan’s Recognition as Finalist for Prestigious Industry Awards
Nov 28, 2024 | PEER Ambassadors
The PEER Team is thrilled to announce that Jordan Hocking, our PEER Ambassador and Refrigeration Apprentice, has been named a finalist for two prestigious industry awards. Jordan is competing for the AMCA Apprentice of the Year Award, with the winner to be revealed on...
Exciting Career Opportunities in Defence and Shipbuilding: Expressions of Interest Now Open!
Nov 12, 2024 | Announcements, Events
PEER, in partnership with the South Australian and Australian Governments, and industry, is pleased to announce the upcoming intake for the Defence Industry Pathways Program and Shipbuilding Employment Pathways. These initiatives aim to create valuable pathways into...
PEER’s Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprenticeship Training: Embracing Flexibility and Excellence
Oct 14, 2024 | Announcements, Events
PEER has moved to a flexible approach to apprenticeship training, enabling apprentices to study at their own pace without the limitations of a structured classroom. The new training model is receiving positive feedback from both apprentices and employers, who are...
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