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31/07/2026
We had an absolute blast exhibiting at this week's TACTIC conference in Port Augusta.
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to chat, share insights, and explore how we can shape the future of the building and construction industry together. The energy, connections, and conversations over the past few days were both informative and inspiring.
If we didn't get a chance to connect during the event, feel free to drop a comment below or send us a DM to let us know how Master Builders SA can support your business.
24/07/2026
Heading to the TACTIC event next week? Make sure to swing by and catch up with the Master Builders SA team!
Whether you’re looking to upskill your team, grow your workforce, or support your staff, we’re here to chat about how we can help your business thrive:
- Training & Upskilling: Explore our industry training courses designed to keep your skills sharp and your business compliant.
- Apprentices: Discover how we can connect you with eager, job-ready talent and guide you through the process.
- Skilled Migrants: Learn practical pathways to bring international talent into your business across all trades and professions.
- Membership: Find out how an MBA membership delivers exclusive industry insights, advocacy, and bottom-line savings.
- Staff Health & Wellbeing: Hear about our RISE program, designed to look after the health and wellbeing of your workforce.
Drop by our stand to chat with the team and see what's next for your business.
“I’m really grateful for the BuildConnect Program.”
Salman came to us looking for a role in Construction Management. After trying multiple other pathways, he found a job almost immediately through BuildConnect.
BuildConnect is an initiative from Master Builders SA and the Government of South Australia to bolster the state’s building and construction industry workforce and help deliver critical housing and public infrastructure projects.
If you’re looking for staff to help with your next project - either skilled tradespeople or qualified professionals - check out our online portal for candidate listings today.
Looking for extra staff to hit that next project deadline?
We've got over 500 skilled workers just like Sam looking for work across South Australia right now. Whether you need reliable boots on the ground or sharp minds in the office, BuildConnect has you covered.
We seamlessly bridge the gap for SA employers by connecting you with top talent across both blue-collar and white-collar roles:
- Tradies & Labourers: Plumbers, sparkies, carpenters, and more.
- Office & Management: Project managers, estimators, engineers and more.
Stop stressing over empty roles. Let us help you build your dream team.
Search our online database of skilled workers to find your next champion today: https://ow.ly/QaCf50ZhqQP
01/06/2026
📣 Know an apprentice, a woman, or an Indigenous person who has displayed exceptional efforts working in building and construction? 📣
Nominate someone today for the Brian Seidler AM Memorial Scholarship 🏆
Scholarship recipients must:
• Be currently working in building & construction
• Display excellence in their field of work
• Display a passion for working in building & construction
• Be an inspiration to others through drive, tenacity and values
• Strive to improve workplace culture
• Work with an employer who is an MBA member
💰Scholarship winners may be awarded $10,000 for use in approved training and professional development.
Applications close on 31 July 2026. It’s a quick easy process to apply - find details here: https://ow.ly/UqBH50Z5ZxQ
Looking to scale your team with dependable, workforce-ready talent? Master Builders SA's BuildConnect program bridges the gap by connecting local construction businesses with fully vetted, skilled professionals.
Whether you need hands-on blue collar tradespeople on site, or experienced white-collar qualified professionals in the office, BuildConnect matches your exact business needs with workers who are qualified and ready to roll. Best of all, every candidate is thoroughly pre-screened, saving you valuable time on recruitment so you can focus on hitting your project milestones.
👉 Visit our website to find your next team member today! https://buildconnectsa.au/
14/05/2026
Attention MBA Members - the Bunnings Trade Expo 2026 is on TODAY noon til 7pm!
This will be a fantastic day, bringing together the latest in tools, products, and innovations for tradies and industry professionals.
Master Builders will be there on Stand 26 and Melinda and Anna are available to talk to you about BuildConnect and how they can help you with your skills needs, and also chat to you about the RISE support program, open to everyone in the trade.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Adelaide Showground May 24, 2026 https://trade.bunnings.com.au/campaign/trade-expo/adelaide
We know how frustrating it is when a project stalls due to the skills shortage. That’s why Master Builders SA created BuildConnect - a tool built to keep your jobs on track.
Local experts like Paul at Elite Plumbing Services are already seeing the benefits, using the program to bridge skill gaps and ensure smooth transitions from one stage of the build to the next.
Don't let a lack of skilled labour slow you down. Get connected and keep building!
👉 Learn more here: https://buildconnectsa.au/
THIS THURSDAY 👀
Our highly anticipated Members Night is just around the corner! 🎉
Make sure you’re on the list—register now so you don’t miss out
Join us for fun, FREE Members Night, a perfect opportunity to network, relax and learn.
Date: Thursday 7 May 2026
Time: 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Location: Master Builders SA, 47 South Terrace, Adelaide
Food and drink provided.
Register today: https://mbasa.com.au/event/members-night/
Limited tickets available.
Born 2 Build SA | BuildConnect | RISE | HiViZ
01/05/2026
Earlier this week, we hosted our All Things Plumbing & Roofing event at our fantastic HQ space, Forty7South.
We welcomed a strong crowd of plumbers, business owners, and aspiring tradies—bringing everyone together to connect, share insights, and explore how Master Builders SA can support their unique pathways in the building and construction industry.
Our Tradie nights are just getting started so keep a look out for date announcements for the following trades:
• Wet Trades (painting/tiling/concreting/plastering)
• Building Trades (flooring/wall & ceiling lining/glazier/steel frame installing)
• Civil and Engineering (manufacturing/welding/fabricating)
• Electrical and Renewable (data/linework/solar/air conditioning)
• Landscaping and Horticulture
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