What Training Alliance Group does

Training Alliance Group (TAG) is an Australian privately-held provider of government-funded employment services and vocational education, headquartered and operating across Western Australia with extension into New South Wales. The company delivers a portfolio of federally and state-funded employment programs — Transition to Work, Workforce Australia, Self-Employment Assistance, Inclusive Employment Australia, Parent Pathways, and Employability Skills Training — through more than 50 physical locations serving over 15,000 participants annually. TAG also operates vocational training through two ASQA-accredited wholly-owned Registered Training Organisations, MTACS (RTO 52053) and ABV (RTO 52592), delivering qualifications including Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations and short safety courses, alongside specialist programs such as the Banksia Hill Construction Skills Program delivered in partnership with the WA Department of Justice.

The underlying service model is human-staffed and labour-intensive, relying on career advocates, trainers, and onsite coordinators delivered across regional and metropolitan sites, with Microsoft Teams used for virtual delivery and ISO 9001/45001/27001 certifications underpinning quality, safety, and information-security management. There is no disclosed proprietary technology platform; the operating asset is the accredited provider footprint, the trained delivery workforce, and the relationships built with government purchasers, employers, and community partners such as the Waalitj Foundation.

TAG's revenue is primarily contract-based, drawn from the Australian Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR), the Department of Social Services (DSS), and the WA Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD), supplemented by fee-for-service RTO income (for example, approximately A$7,500 per enrolment for Certificate III Civil Construction and A$480 for short safety courses) and by subcontracted delivery arrangements. Most RTO courses are offered at no charge to eligible WA students under state subsidy arrangements, reinforcing the public-sector funding orientation of the business model.

Name

Training Alliance Group

Legal name

Training Alliance Group

Website

https://trainingalliance.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Training Alliance Group is an Australian private provider of government-funded employment services and vocational training, delivering Transition to Work, Workforce Australia, IEA, Parent Pathways and related programs alongside two ASQA-accredited RTOs across 50-plus sites in Western Australia and New South Wales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Employment Services and Vocational Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Support Services (611710), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Employment & Job Readiness Support Services (BPAGAEAJ), Workforce & Job-Seeker Services (Community-Based) (EDAAAFAM), Career Coaching, Mentoring & Placement Support Services (EDAAAKAO), Apprenticeships, Internships & Work-Based Learning Programs (BPACANAK)

Keywords

• Employment services
• Vocational training
• Job seeker support
• Registered training organisation
• Workforce development

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices39 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government Employment Services Contracts: TAG delivers employment services under contracts with the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) for programs including Workforce Australia, Transition to Work, Employability Skills Training, and Self-Employment Assistance. Revenue is derived from government funding based on placement and outcome performance.
2. Inclusive Employment Australia (DSS Contract): TAG delivers the Inclusive Employment Australia program under contract to the Department of Social Services (DSS), a specialist disability employment program replacing Disability Employment Services from November 2025.
3. Vocational Education and Training (RTO Services): TAG delivers vocational training through its RTOs (MTACS and ABV) regulated by ASQA and the Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD). Training is funded through WA state government funding (for eligible students) and fee-for-service arrangements for non-eligible students.
4. Employer-Facing Services and Wage Subsidies Facilitation: TAG connects employers with job-ready candidates and facilitates access to wage subsidies (up to $10,000 over 6 months) for eligible employers hiring participants. Revenue is supported through government employment services contracts rather than direct employer payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Training Alliance Group is an integrated employment services and vocational training provider that delivers government-funded employment programs (Transition to Work, Workforce Australia, Self-Employment Assistance, Inclusive Employment Australia, Parent Pathways, and Employability Skills Training) to job seekers across Western Australia and New South Wales. Through two wholly-owned Registered Training Organisations (MTACS RTO 52053 and ABV RTO 52592), TAG also delivers nationally recognised vocational qualifications in civil construction, community services, business and entrepreneurship, and employment services, serving over 15,000 participants and students annually.

Product overview

Training Alliance Group operates as an integrated employment services and vocational training provider, delivering services through a platform of multiple interconnected programs. The employment services arm includes Transition to Work (youth aged 15-24), Self-Employment Assistance (replacing NEIS from 2022), Employability Skills Training, Workforce Australia Services, Inclusive Employment Australia (replacing DES from November 2025), and Parent Pathways. The training services arm operates through partnerships with two Registered Training Organisations: MTACS (RTO 52053) and ABV (RTO 52592), offering nationally recognised qualifications including civil construction (plant operations), community services, employment services, and business/entrepreneurship courses. The employment services help job seekers secure work while the training courses provide accredited skills and qualifications—both streams interconnect to support participants from job search through to employment and career advancement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA): Australian Government's specialist disability employment program replacing Disability Employment Services from 1 November 2025
• Workforce Australia
• Transition to Work
• Self-Employment Assistance
• Parent Pathways
• Employability Skills Training (EST)

Products and services

• Transition to Work A government-funded youth employment program for people aged 15-24 that provides personalised support to build skills, confidence, and workforce readiness, guiding them into education, training, or employment. Available through Perth Metro and regional Hubs in Kalgoorlie, Boulder, and Esperance.
• Self-Employment Assistance A government-funded program (replacing NEIS from July 2022) providing personalised support to help individuals explore self-employment opportunities, develop business plans, and access business coaching and mentoring. Delivered in Perth North, Great Southern, Wheatbelt, and Kalgoorlie regions of Western Australia.
• Employability Skills Training (EST) Part of the Government's Workforce Australia initiative for people aged 15+, providing training that gives a broad understanding of industries and work-related skills. Includes Training Block 1 (job search and workplace skills) and Training Block 2 (industry-specific knowledge with generalist and specialist courses).
• Workforce Australia Services Personalised employment assistance for individuals applying for income support through Centrelink, offering tailored one-on-one support to help find work and become job-ready based on individual needs.
• Inclusive Employment Australia The Australian Government's specialist disability employment program replacing Disability Employment Services from 1 November 2025. Designed to place people at the centre of services with no two-year limit on participation, offering intensive preparation support and open to voluntary participants not receiving Centrelink payments.
• Parent Pathways A voluntary, flexible program empowering mums, dads, and carers with mentoring support, financial assistance (including engagement support vouchers up to $250/year), and connections to support services. Available in Great Southern Wheatbelt, Kalgoorlie, South West, Perth North, and Perth South regions.
• RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations A 12-week full-time qualification reflecting the role of skilled operators working with civil construction plant equipment. Delivered through MTACS (RTO 52053), combining classroom learning with hands-on practice in a simulated construction environment.
• RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction A 13-week qualification covering civil construction general skills. Offered through both ABV (RTO 52592) and MTACS (RTO 52053) at various locations including Wellard, Tamala Park, Narrogin, and Geraldton.
• CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card) A mandatory work health and safety unit required prior to undertaking construction work. Upon completion, students receive a WorkSafe WA Approved Construction Induction Training Card (White Card). Delivered through MTACS (RTO 52053).
• CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services A 16-week qualification preparing students for entry-level roles in community services. Delivered through ABV (RTO 52592) with both face-to-face and virtual classroom options at Mirrabooka location or via Microsoft Teams.
• BSBSS00102 Micro Business Skill Set A 6-day online course providing skills to start and operate a small business. Offered through ABV (RTO 52592). Nationally recognised qualification for aspiring entrepreneurs.
• BSB30220 Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business A nationally recognised qualification designed to provide skills for starting and operating a small business. Delivered through ABV (RTO 52592) as part of the Self-Employment Assistance Program.
• CHC41115 Certificate IV in Employment Services A 12-24 month traineeship qualification reflecting the role of individuals who provide employment services to job seekers and employers. Delivered through ABV (RTO 52592) in blended mode combining on-the-job and virtual classroom training.
• Work Safely at Heights / Confined Spaces / Gas Test Atmospheres Training A 2.5-day course equipping participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to safely work at heights and in confined spaces, including gas test atmospheres. Delivered through MTACS (RTO 52053).
• Employer Recruitment and Wage Subsidy Services Employer-facing services providing candidate sourcing and pre-screening, wage subsidies up to $10,000 over 6 months, work trials, apprenticeships and traineeships support, post-placement support for 6 months, and tailored training programs aligned with business needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15,000+ participants and students supported annually across WA and NSW
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mining Transport and Construction Services Pty Ltd (MTACS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMTACS (RTO 52053) is a wholly-owned subsidiary RTO of Training Alliance Group. MTACS delivers nationally recognised vocational education and training qualifications across civil construction, mining, supply chain, and logistics industries. MTACS is responsible for all actions taken by TAG under its third-party arrangements and holds RTO registration until 30 Jan 2033.
• ABV Training & Consulting Pty LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerABV Training & Consulting Pty Ltd (RTO 52592) is a wholly-owned subsidiary RTO of Training Alliance Group. ABV delivers nationally recognised training programs in business, civil construction (plant operations), community services, and employment services. ABV is responsible for all actions taken by TAG under its third-party arrangements and holds RTO registration until 30 May 2032.
• Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)coreOthersTAG delivers employment services under contracts with the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, including Transition to Work, Employability Skills Training, Self-Employment Assistance, and Workforce Australia services. Government contracts form the primary funding basis for TAG's employment services operations.
• Department of Social Services (DSS)coreOthersTAG delivers the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program, the Australian Government's new specialist disability employment program, under contract to the Department of Social Services. IEA replaces Disability Employment Services from 1 November 2025.
• Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD) WAcoreOthersTAG's RTOs (ABV and MTACS) are regulated by the Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD) in Western Australia. DTWD administers state funding for vocational training, enabling TAG to offer free or subsidised courses to eligible WA students.
• Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)coreOthersTAG's RTOs (ABV RTO 52592 and MTACS RTO 52053) are regulated by ASQA, the national regulator for Australia's vocational education and training sector, ensuring compliance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2025.
• Waalitj FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWaalitj Foundation is a subcontractor of Training Alliance Group for the delivery of Parent Pathways services. TAG's partnership with Waalitj Foundation enables service delivery across 59 locations in 5 regions throughout WA, with particular focus on First Nations communities. The partnership was instrumental in the Banksia Hill Detention Centre construction skills program.
• Department of Justice (Western Australia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Western Australian Department of Justice partnered with TAG to deliver the Banksia Hill Detention Centre Construction Skills Program, providing young detainees with Certificate II in Civil Construction training and certification. The Department of Justice hosted the graduation ceremony for program graduates.
• Centrelink / Services AustraliacoreOthersTAG works with Centrelink/Services Australia to receive referrals for job seekers who may benefit from TAG's employment services and training programs. Many TAG participants are income support recipients with mutual obligation requirements.
• Construction Training Fund (CTF) WAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Construction Training Fund (CTF) provides funding support for training of eligible workers in the construction industry in Western Australia. CTF subsidies reduce training costs for eligible construction workers undertaking TAG courses (e.g., $336.00 subsidy for working at heights/confined spaces course).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BUSY At Work: Australian employment services and apprenticeship/traineeship provider. Highly comparable to TAG because it competes for the same federal contracts (Workforce Australia, Transition to Work, apprenticeships) and combines employment services with training pathways.
• Sarina Russo Group: Integrated employment services and vocational training provider operating its own RTOs alongside government-funded employment programs. Closely comparable to TAG's combined employment-services + RTO delivery model and similar multi-state contract footprint.
• SYC: Not-for-profit employment services and training provider delivering Workforce Australia, Transition to Work, and DES-equivalent programs. Comparable to TAG as a contract peer for the same federal employment programs and similar community-based service delivery model.
• Wise Employment: Australian employment services provider focused on disability employment and Workforce Australia delivery. Directly comparable to TAG as a contracted provider for the same DEWR/DSS programs serving similar participant cohorts.
• Tursa Employment & Training: Australian employment services and training provider delivering government-funded employment programs and vocational training. Comparable to TAG as a direct competitor for Workforce Australia, Transition to Work and DES/IEA contracts across regional geographies.
• AtWork Australia: Australian employment services provider focused on disability employment and Workforce Australia delivery. Highly comparable to TAG as a direct bidder for DES/IEA and Transition to Work contracts, with a similar participant-outcome funding model and similar scale.
• MAX Solutions: Australian employment services provider delivering Workforce Australia, DES/IEA-equivalent and employability programs nationally. Highly comparable to TAG because it competes head-to-head for the same DEWR/DSS contracts and operates a similar participant-outcome-funded model across multiple states.
• Nabenet: Regional employment services provider delivering Workforce Australia, Transition to Work and DES-equivalent services across NSW and ACT. Comparable to TAG's NSW operations and similar contract-based community delivery model in adjacent geographies.

Broad incumbents

• APM Employment Services: Global employment, disability and health services group with one of the largest Australian footprints in DES, Workforce Australia and IEA. Comparable to TAG as a major incumbent bidder for the same federal employment services contracts TAG holds, though materially larger and more diversified.

Others

• CoAct: Non-profit alliance of Australian employment services providers that collectively bid for and deliver federal employment services contracts. Comparable to TAG as a contract peer in the Workforce Australia ecosystem, though operating as a consortium rather than a single provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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