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Update your browserAt Certified Training Resources Australia, we offer training programs tailored to meet the needs of the future. Our engaging, effective programs are designed to bridge the existing skills gap and competently train the workforce of tomorrow.
In 2019, it became clear that the Australian labour market was undergoing significant changes. Workers needed engaging and stimulating training programs to help them close their skills gaps and enable them to pursue a brighter future. Industry needed skilled workers who could hit the ground running from day one. CTRA was established to address these pressing issues.
We offer value to both workers and companies in various industries, including waste and recycling, industrial services, defence, engineering, heavy manufacturing, civil infrastructure, and construction. Our high-quality training solutions:
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, honour, quality, and commitment. We believe that investing in the best people, technology, and resources is key to helping our students and clients achieve their goals. If we cannot add value to your company or career, we will be transparent about it. We live by the principle of not hindering if we can’t help.
We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach does not work. We reject the generic training model. Instead, we deliver on our promises and stand behind our words and actions. Our aim is to exceed the expectations of our students and clients, and support them in achieving their goals.
Our meticulously crafted course structure and interactive learning environment gives our students ample time and opportunities to test and experiment with the equipment and paperwork used on real worksites.
Our carefully selected, fit for purpose equipment includes the most popular brands: MSA, LINQ, 3M, BAUER, SKYLOTEC and more. Our students acquire real-time skills that can be effortlessly deployed in their working environment.
Our purpose-built and engineer-certified training simulators enable our students to learn in a simulated real-life work environment, while providing our trainers the perfect platform to effectively simulate the training.
Our trainers are industry experts with extensive hands-on experience in their respective fields and a vast skill set that allows them to impart the appropriate type and specific knowledge to our students.
Our training programs are nationally accredited and recognised throughout Australia. Our students can take their qualifications with them if they moved inter-state, and our corporate partners can transfer staff from site to site with ease.
Our state-of-the-art training facility is conveniently situated in the heart of South-Western Sydney, providing easy accessibility to the main motorways and public transport.
Our sophisticated student management system gives our students and corporate partners real-time access to their training records, expiry dates, future courses, recommended refresher dates, and other relevant information.
We maintain a steadfast commitment to high standards and quality training programs. We never compromise on the quality of our training to save time, finish early, or for any other reason.
CTRA’s values of integrity, honour, and commitment compel us to set the bar exceptionally high and ensure that we always deliver on our goals and promises. Above all, worker health and safety are paramount.
Maja is a human resources specialist with a wealth of knowledge in recruitment, workforce succession planning, training, safety and return to work management across various industries. She has worked with some of the biggest players in the business world, including waste management, industrial services, civil infrastructure, defence, engineering, heavy manufacturing, aviation, transport, and logistics companies. Her ability to understand and navigate the recruitment, training, workforce succession planning and management cycle has been instrumental in helping companies source and retain top talent.
Her dedication and strategic mindset propelled her to the position of General Manager at one of Australia’s largest privately owned recruitment companies when she was just 29 years old. Having worked successfully in executive and board positions for a very long time she has proven that she has the necessary leadership qualities to succeed in today’s dynamic business environment.
Her strategic and critical thinking skills, clear communication, and ability to manage change make her a valuable asset to CTRA. Her commitment to employee development, safety, high quality training and building high-performing customer centric training company is a testament to her leadership style. It sets her apart as a leader who truly cares about the success of her students, corporate partners, team, and company.
As a leader, Maja understands that investing in employee development, providing the best training environment, and closing skills gaps is critical to improving business productivity and minimizing risk. She recognizes the importance of creating a strong safety culture in the workplace, which not only benefits the business but also ensures the well-being of employees.
Maja’s unwavering drive and passion for delivering high-quality training in well-equipped facilities, and prioritizing customer satisfaction is palpable throughout the entirety of CTRA, permeating through the company’s teams, students, suppliers, and corporate partners. Her commitment to excellence in all aspects of the business has established a culture of continual improvement and innovation, ensuring that CTRA remains at the forefront of the industry and consistently exceeds expectations in providing exceptional training services to its customers.
William is an experienced Chief Financial Officer with an impressive educational background, holding a Bachelor of Commerce, an MBA, and a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA). With his extensive expertise in finance and accounting, William has successfully led finance teams and set up business infrastructure across a variety of industries, including waste management, recycling, transport and logistics, and environmental companies.
Throughout his career, William has demonstrated a keen ability to drive financial performance and deliver results through strategic planning, financial analysis, and effective leadership. He has a strong track record of optimizing financial systems, streamlining processes, and implementing cost-saving measures, all while maintaining high standards of corporate governance and regulatory compliance. William’s commitment to excellence and his ability to adapt to changing market conditions have made him a valuable asset to CTRA.
William’s passion for good quality training and safety is evident throughout CTRA. William understands the importance of providing the correct equipment and high standard training infrastructure, as it directly helps the students development and training to enhance their skills and knowledge. He knows that a well-trained workforce and a safe work environment are essential to improving productivity, reducing costs, and driving overall success.
Overall, William Purdon’s commitment to training and safety is a testament to his dedication to building a successful, sustainable and value add training company. His focus on training infrastructure development and safety not only creates a positive work culture but also contributes to the long-term success of CTRA, its students and corporate partners.
A highly skilled trainer with extensive experience in the civil infrastructure industry. With a focus on underground asset refurbishment, maintenance and management, Diego is an expert in working in confined spaces and dangerous environments. His work in wastewater tunnels, where the atmosphere is filled with dangerous gases like H2S, carbon dioxide, and sometimes flammable gases has given him invaluable, first-hand experience in managing high-risk situations.
Diego’s expertise in high-risk training extends beyond confined space work and rescue. He is also skilled in creating isolation procedures and participating in site evacuation exercises.
His training methods are based on real-life examples that he has encountered during his career, making his instruction both practical and effective. Diego’s innate ability to teach students how to respond quickly and safely in case of an incident has earned him a reputation as a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and effective high-risk trainer.
Diego’s commitment to safety and his ability to communicate the importance of following proper procedures ensures that CTRA students understand how to work safely in dangerous environments, prevent incidents and injuries, and a range of other lifesaving skills. Diego’s students can trust that they are receiving the highest quality training available.
My favourite part was putting the harness on, using breathing apparatus, and self-rescuing out of the confined space which was very tricky. Very interesting training!
Corporate partnerships are a cornerstone of CTRA’s approach to training. They give us the opportunity to deliver effective, efficient training and work collaboratively with businesses. This gives our partners peace of mind that their workforce is safe, productive, and compliant. Through our corporate partnerships, CTRA can provide:
At CTRA, our approach to training is hands-on and immersive. Our simulated work sites enable students to experience real scenarios in a controlled environment. All of our training packages and equipment are custom-engineered, purpose-built, and certified to the highest possible standards, so students receive the most relevant, effective training possible.
By simulating real working environments, students are fully immersed in the training experience. Simulated sounds, temperatures, light, smells, and heights add to the realism of our training.
Students fill out risk assessment forms and SWMS, conduct gas testing, learn CPR, and rescue our trusty training dummy, Darryl, from a whole host of unsafe scenarios. This approach makes the training more memorable and a lot more fun. As a result, our students are fully prepared to work safely from the moment they step foot on-site.
We take pride in providing training that goes beyond traditional classroom learning. Our trainers are committed to creating a supportive learning environment that encourages students to ask questions and actively participate in the learning process.
Our trainers bring a wealth of practical knowledge gained from years of working on job sites. This means that they are uniquely qualified to teach learners how to navigate the challenges of a job site safely and effectively.
Our trainers are passionate about passing on their knowledge to the next generation of workers. They work hard to ensure that every student leaves our training programs with the skills and confidence they need to succeed in their chosen industry.
