YOUNG tradies will be given a leg up under a re-elected Labor government, with Kevin Rudd promising apprentices more cash to buy tools and guaranteed jobs on federal construction projects.
The prime minister says apprentices finishing their training will receive an extra $500 to help them get out into the workforce.
The increase to the "tools for your trade" payment means apprentices get $6000 instead of $5500 over the life of their traineeship.
"This would give 70,000 Australian apprentices more cash in their pockets to buy the tools they need," Mr Rudd said at Labor's campaign launch in Brisbane.
The measure is an incentive to keep apprentices in training, as currently half don't finish their qualifications.
Mr Rudd said Labor wanted apprentices to get the best start, unlike the coalition who offered young tradies a $20,000 loan.
"That is a $20,000 debt to hang over your head before you even get started," he said.
Labor also announced it would be mandatory for major construction projects funded by the federal government to hire a minimum number of apprentices and trainees.
Government projects worth $5 million or more would be required to use apprentices, trainees or cadets to meet a minimum of 10 per cent of total labour hours.
Further, Labor would legislate so that all projects worth $300 million or more give Australian suppliers early information and opportunities so they can bid for contracts.
This measure is aimed at ensuring local firms have a chance to win contracts, instead of developers using overseas suppliers.
Mr Rudd also announced a shake up to the employment services system, which will be rebranded as Jobs and Training Australia under a re-elected Labor government.
Workers will receive employment services within two days of losing their job and new local training boards will help people find jobs that suit their needs, skills and location.
Job seekers will also be guaranteed access to either a publicly-funded apprenticeship or traineeship at certificate three level or access to loans to acquire other skills.
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