Defence Industry Pathways Program
The Defence Industry Pathways Program is an Australian Government initiative building Western Australia's next generation of maritime defence professionals. The program is delivered in proud partnership with MEGT and South Metropolitan TAFE.
Meet your future workforce
Would you like to recruit passionate new trainees to build your defence industry business? Through the Defence Industry Pathways Program, trainees earn while they learn in this 12-month program. They gain work experience in defence industry businesses, while working towards a Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways.
These motivated young professionals develop skills in manufacturing, engineering, computing, logistics and procurement—all while contributing to the future of your business.
How it works
MEGT directly employs your trainee and places them in your business.
Our tailored recruitment service means we identify motivated candidates who have a genuine passion for the defence industry.
Our experienced coaches provide intensive support throughout their entire qualification journey, while our advisors keep everyone aligned on goals and expectations, and take care of the paperwork and regulatory requirements.
We also provide professional and reliable advice on every aspect of traineeships, based on decades of experience. So you can focus on nurturing your promising new talent, while growing your business.
Studies show trainees who receive coaching from MEGT are 30% more likely to complete their studies and build a successful new career. You’re also more likely to secure them as a quality employee once they complete their qualification.
Your trainee’s learning journey
Your trainee alternates between practical workplace experience and focused study blocks:
Work placements: 12-week rotations with defence industry host employers, where they gain valuable on-the-job experience.
Study blocks: Intensive 4-week learning periods at South Metro TAFE, covering one subject at a time for maximum retention.
This integrated approach ensures trainees return to your workplace with skills and knowledge they can use immediately.
We’ve got you covered
MEGT delivers everything you need to successfully recruit your defence industry trainees and ensure they thrive in your workplace.
We connect you with quality candidates who have the right attitude and commitment to succeed in your business. We provide intensive support throughout the entire traineeship journey, and take care of all the paperwork and regulatory requirements.
And as your talent's legal employer, we provide complete flexibility and peace of mind.
MEGT provides comprehensive support, including:
- Sourcing, selecting and testing applicants
- Providing a shortlist of pre-screened candidates for you to review
- Interviewing and conducting pre-employment checks
- Managing onboarding, employee compliance and payroll services
- Creating a tailored training plan
- Coordinating workplace rotations
- Coaching and guidance for your trainee and their supervisor
- Ongoing liaison with the RTO
- Addressing any training gaps with a remediation plan
Your commitment
As a host employer, you’ll provide:
- On-the-job training tailored to your operations
- Qualified supervision from experienced team members
- A safe work environment meeting all regulatory requirements
If your trainees are a great fit, you are welcome to offer them direct employment at the end of their qualification at no additional cost.
Ready to build your workforce?
Join the Defence Industry Pathways Program and find motivated new talent to strengthen your future workforce.