Construction Industry Training Board
About
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is a South Australian statutory authority established under the Construction Industry Training Fund Act. It focuses on workforce development, skills training, and apprenticeship support specifically for the construction industry in South Australia, funded through a levy system on construction employers.
Tips for Applicants
CITB is not a grant-making foundation but rather an industry training fund. Construction employers and workers should engage with CITB regarding levy obligations, training subsidies, and workforce development programs. The organization works closely with RTOs, GTOs, industry associations (MBA, HIA, unions), and registered training providers. Focus on demonstrating how programs support construction industry skills development in South Australia.
Giving Philosophy
CITB operates as an industry training fund rather than a philanthropic foundation. It reinvests levy contributions from construction employers back into the sector through training subsidies, apprenticeship support, and workforce development programs. The organization believes in industry-led solutions to skills shortages, emphasizing practical training pathways and the retention of trade knowledge through programs like tradie2trainer.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $31.8M | $36.6M | $33.2M |
| FY2022 | — | $26.0M | $34.1M | $28.4M |
| FY2021 | $15K | $29.3M | $33.2M | $28.8M |
| FY2020 | $30K | $21.1M | $26.5M | $22.2M |
| FY2019 | $92K | $21.9M | $25.8M | $21.1M |
| FY2018 | $16.4M | $24.6M | $25.9M | $20.8M |
| FY2017 | $13.3M | $20.0M | $20.5M | $16.0M |
| 7yr total | $29.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs (from website)
tradie2trainer
Pathway program for experienced tradespersons to transition into training roles, providing Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122), software training, and work experience with endorsed training providers