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Master Builders is committed to responding to members’ needs.

Our principal objective is the support of our members and promotion of the building and construction industry.

Newcastle MBA is a member of the Australia wide Master Builder movement, a body with over 200 staff and expertise unrivalled by any other industry organisaton. Over 22,000 members belong to the Master Builders movement.

The Association services the whole spectrum of building activity from mullti-million dollar commercial and industrial projects to housing.

Membership is open to ALL qualified business operators in the building and construction industry, regardless of their size or industry sector.

We provide our members with expert information on all areas of the industry, including:

  • Business Alliances
  • Business Networking
  • Contracts Sales
  • Excellence in Building Awards
  • Group Apprenticeship Training Scheme
  • Industrial & Workplace Relations
  • Insurance
  • Kitchen & Bathroom Group
  • Legal and Contracts advice
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Specialist advice for the Housing Sector
  • Training & Education
  • Web Site listing and links
  • Women in Building & Associated Services

…as well as a wide range of other support services. We have also been able to negotiate substantial savings to help cut business costs to the absolute minimum.

 

Summary of our Core Specialist Services for Members

Legal & Contracts

We provide standard form industry contracts, specifications and supporting documents to protect your interests. Our expert staff can assist with the majority of your legal and contractual enquires and members have the added benefit of free advice and assistance from a fully qualified panel of external solicitors (conditions apply) working for the Association.

Education & Training

A wide range of relevant industry specific training programmes are available to help you make the most of your business. Courses include management, OHS, payroll, first aid, scaffolding and many others (refer training section).

“Piggy Back” off Us / Excellence in Building Awards

By using our Logo on all of your stationery and vehicles this gives you a marketing advantage over your competitors. “Master Builders are Better Builders”.

MBA’s Excellence in Building Awards provide opportunities for members to showcase their skills and professionalism to their peers, the industry, and the prospective clients. These are the region’s peak industry awards.

Specialist Housing Department

Specialist Housing DepartmentMBA has a full time field officer dedicated to assisting housing and small business members with all issues, including their obligations under OHS. Members interests are represented through strong contacts with all Local Councils and Authorities.

Industrial & Workplace Relations

Comprehensive support services including management of the workplace, dispute resolution, wages rates, book audits, unfair dismissal negotiations, sub-contractor statements, liaison with unions, representation at Industrial Relations Commission hearings and development of Enterprise Bargaining Agreements.

Occupational Health & Safety

Specialist services include site safety audits, safety management systems, induction courses, work method statements, risk analysis, toolbox meetings and information services – for both commercial and housing sectors

Industry Briefings & Publications

Industry Briefings & PublicationsKeeping you in touch with rapid developments in the industry through industry briefings, seminars and forums, electronic newsletters and bi-monthly magazines, together with circulars and media releases ensure that members are up to date with current issues affecting their business.

MBA Group Apprentice Scheme

Providing host employers with highly skilled apprentices and trainees for the duration of your contract and beyond. We administer all paperwork – you provide the training! Our Personnel Recruitment Agency “Building Placements” can find you the right person to fill you staffing needs.

 

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