Make recruitment easier with employer wage subsidies
Hiring new staff takes time and resources. The Australian Government provides wage subsidies of up to $10,000 per eligible employee to help businesses create sustainable jobs.
At WISE, we make it easy to understand which subsidies your business may be eligible for and guide you through the process. Funding can help cover costs such as uniforms, training, transport and tools for new employees.
Which employer wage subsidies and financial incentives may be available to your business?
Please refer to wage subsidy information for employers for specific wage subsidies figures. The following wage subsidies may apply to eligible new employee placements:
Inclusive Employment Australia
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Inclusive Employment Australia Wage Subsidy – up to $10,000 wage subsidy for eligible employers hiring a new employee through Inclusive Employment Australia. The role must be a minimum of 8 hours per week and maintained for up to 26 weeks.
Workforce Australia
- Youth Bonus Wage Subsidy – up to $10,000 wage subsidy for employing a job seeker aged 24 and under in a role of at least 20 hours per week. Wage subsidy applicable for a maximum of 26 weeks.
- Workforce Australia Services Wage Subsidy (WASWS) – up to $10,000 wage subsidy for employing a job seeker aged 25 and above, in a role of at least 15 hours per week. Wage subsidy applicable for a maximum of 26 weeks.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships are also eligible for a wage subsidy along with other financial incentives available to employers under the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program.
Employment Assistance Fund (EAF)
The Employment Assistance Fund provides financial assistance to help employees with disability and their employers access the equipment, modifications and support they need for work.
Funding may be available for:
- Assistive technology, electronic and communication equipment
- Specialist support for employees with learning disability or mental illness
- Auslan interpreting for job interviews and workplace activities
- Deafness awareness and disability awareness training
How WISE supports your recruitment
Wage subsidies can support your hiring, but finding the right person is just as important.
At WISE, our Industry Employment Partners (IEPs) work with you to understand your business and connect you with suitable candidates. They can also guide you through available funding and support options.
Once your new team member starts, we continue to support both you and your employee to help build a strong and sustainable working relationship.
Get started with WISE today
If you’re ready to grow your team and access government wage subsidies, we’re here to help. Register a job vacancy with WISE through the button below.