Queensland Training Awards

Recognise outstanding achievement

Celebrate apprentices, trainees, and industry leaders who are setting new standards in skills and training across Queensland.

Be inspired by success

Hear the stories behind the achievements, from workshop floors to classrooms and worksites across the state.

Connect with industry leaders

Meet the people shaping Queensland’s future workforce, including employers, trainers, and education partners.

Champion future talent

Support the next generation of tradespeople, innovators, and professionals building Queensland’s future.

Showcase your organisation

Highlight your commitment to training excellence and attract future apprentices or skilled employees.

Join a proud community

Be part of a statewide celebration that recognises the hard work, skill, and dedication driving our industries forward.

At Blue Dog Training, we're a team of training professionals who live and breathe the trades. Every day, we work alongside apprentices, employers, and industry partners who keep Queensland’s worksites running and communities growing. The Queensland Training Awards give us a chance to celebrate those who put in the hard yards, master their skills, and set the standard for excellence in our industry.

We back real training and real results. These awards remind us why we do what we do - to recognise the effort, dedication, and pride that drive our state’s workforce forward.

Adam Dittman

2025 Regional Finalist
Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year award

Certificate III in Engineering
Lee Crane Hire Pty. Ltd.

Oram McGilvray

2025 Regional Finalist
School-based Apprentice of the Year

Certificate III in Carpentry
CSF Homes

Jessica Green

2025 Regional Finalist
Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year award

Certificate III in Carpentry
Cassidy Homes Pty. Ltd.

Andrew Blanchard

2025 Regional Finalist
Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year award

Certificate III in Carpentry

Quality First Constructions

Jacinta Morice

2024 State Finalist
School-based Apprentice of the Year

Certificate III in Carpentry
Teton Construction & Maintenance

Tyler Gscheidle

2024 State Finalist
Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year award

Certificate III in Carpentry
Werry Building Pty Ltd

Matthew Roberts

2024 Regional Finalist
Apprentice of the Year award

Certificate III in Carpentry
Bundaberg Constructions

Oliver Weinert

2024 Regional Finalist
School-based Apprentice of the Year Finalist

Certificate III in Carpentry

Happy Haus Property Group

VET in Schools (VETiS)

Give students a head start in construction and engineering. Our VETiS programs deliver real skills, real qualifications, and hands-on experience that prepare young people for work and life beyond the classroom.

White Cards

Get site-ready with our accredited White Card course, built for the construction industry. Blue Dog Training offers flexible delivery options so you can complete your safety induction online, in person, or through virtual classroom training.

Apprenticeship Training

Our apprenticeship programs help build the future of Queensland’s construction and engineering industries. Through hands-on, industry-aligned training, we prepare apprentices to step confidently onto site and contribute from day one.

First Aid & CPR Training

We deliver nationally recognised First Aid and CPR courses designed for the job site. Our training gives workers the confidence and skills to act fast, stay safe, and support their mates when it matters most.

LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN!

Nominations are opening soon for the 2026 Queensland Training Awards, and we’re gearing up to recognise and celebrate Queensland’s best in skills, training, and industry excellence.

Explore what the Queensland Training Awards have to offer