READY FOR THE TRADE. READY FOR WORK.

Ninth Bastion prepares youth aged 16–24 for careers across building, construction and infrastructure, with practical learning, industry expectations, cultural grounding, mentoring and support.



Start your trade journey

Built for young people | Building • Construction • Infrastructure | Mentoring + wraparound support |

We prepare you for more than a qualification.

The goal is simple: when you walk onto a worksite, you understand what employers expect and you have the habits, confidence and support to stay there. 

Trade skills

Support that sticks

Work readiness

Practical learning that builds confidence with tools, tasks, safety and site expectations. 

Work readiness

Support that sticks

Work readiness

Attendance, communication, teamwork, accountability, workplace behaviour and understanding what “ready for work” really means. 

Support that sticks

Support that sticks

Support that sticks

 Mentoring, cultural grounding and tailored support to help young people navigate barriers and move forward. 

Your pathway into the trades.


Keep the process simple, visible and easy for students, pare

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WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A REFERRAL?

Natalie and Eddie book a meet and greet. We explain the program, what we offer and the commitment we ask from you.

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WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE INTERVIEW?

We size your uniform and book group meet-ups, where you can get to know the other students.

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WHEN DOES TRAINING START?

After the group sessions, classes run Monday - Wednesday. Thursday and Friday are optional catch-up or extra support days.

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WHAT HAPPENS OVER 12 WEEKS?

Work toward your accreditation, visit worksites, go on excursions, and go on our leadership camp in week 8 

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CAN THE COURSE LEAD TO WORK?

You may be placed on a worksite during training, with the possibility of an employment contract at the end.  

WHO IT'S FOR

You don’t need to have it all figured out.

 If you’re 16–24 and interested in building, construction or infrastructure, we help you understand your options and prepare for the next step. 


  • Interested in a trade
  • Need confidence, structure or clearer direction
  • Practical learning, not just classroom theory
  • Build better work habits and industry confidence

Built around the students. Designed for industry.

We work backwards from what good employers expect: safety, attitude, reliability, communication, learning mindset and readiness to contribute. 

Employer-informed

Program expectations are shaped by real feedback from builders, contractors and infrastructure employers. 

Workplace preparation

Students learn that getting the opportunity is only the start, keeping it requires habits and accountability. 

Pathway connection

Use this section to explain work experience, site visits, placements, apprenticeships and employer introductions available through your network. 

Student enrolments

Participant enquiries

For referrals, participant suitability and program interest.

Referral Form

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