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How Master Builders helps students and apprentices like you

Join the increasing number of students who find MBV Student Membership extremely useful for generating career opportunities, networking and keeping up-to-date with the latest industry news and developments. To apply for a student membership, download and complete the form via the link above. Please email your completed form to [email protected]

Join our network

The opportunity to join our vast network of building and construction professionals, along with thousands or industry peers, businesses, trainers and potential employers.

World-Class Industry Skills Training

Access to a wide range of expertly delivered industry skills training courses and programs, at specially discounted student membership rates.

MBV Communications

Exclusive subscription to MBV Communications, including our digital quarterly Master Builder Magazine, regular newsletter, industry updates, alerts, media releases and more.

Discounts

Special discounts on tickets to attend MBV hosted events and online shop products, such as branded clothing, PPE, publications, etc.

Training

As a MBV student member, you’ll be eligible for a discounted price on a number of our training courses.

People and Culture support

Our team can help you understand your job entitlements and settle onsite issues if they arise.

Networking opportunities

You can come along to trade nights and other events to meet more people working in your industry.

SAA Discount

a special introductory offer, we are offering 50% the price of a student membership to all apprentices/students that have attended the 2024 MBV State Apprentice of the Year Awards.

Pricing

our MBV Student Membership is only $100 (excl. GST) per year. A small investment to make for a membership that offers practical value in support of your career path and future.

Step up your career

Master Builders can help get you on a pathway to success ensuring your long term growth.

Student Member Discounts

Take advantage of the discounted prices on products enjoyed by our members every day, including reduced prices on signage, merchandise, industry code books and contracts.

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You're not alone with Master Builders

Students and apprentices are the future builders of our industry. Let us help you launch your career equipped with all the knowledge and tools for success.

Career support and advice

Through you’re student membership, you’ll receive up-to-date industry information including wage rate advice.

Getting you job ready

Our team will provide information on career pathways that suits you.

Connecting Builders and Apprentices

Are you looking for an employer to take you on as an apprentice? We can help you with our job placement service by pairing you with our members to kick-start your career.

Recognising your achievements

Our Apprentice Awards are designed to celebrate the hard work and effort put in by apprentices across a number of trades in the building and construction industry. Nominations can come from TAFEs/Training Providers or employers. Winning either our Regional or State awards can mark the beginning of a very exciting journey.

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30 MAY
Industry Breakfast

May Industry Breakfast - Innovation through modern methods of construction


This MBV Industry Breakfast, hosted at the MCG will bring together industry professionals, experts,

When: From 7:00am to 9:30am Where: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) EAST MELBOURNE
Members: $95.00 Non-Members: $175.00
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Workshop

Contracts Workshop June

Our small, group workshops are suited to newly registered Builders, Builders who would like to refresh

When: From 9:30am to 12:30pm Where: 332 Albert Street EAST MELBOURNE VIC 3002
Members: $240.00 Non-Members: Not Available
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What apprentices and members say about their membership

"I am absolutely stoked to receive these awards! To be recognised as a regional and then State winner was amazing, but then to be named as the Apprentice of The Year is just incredible!"

- Isaac Stolk

"When I started my apprenticeship, I fell in love with the industry! I have now completed my apprenticeship and continue to broaden my knowledge and skill sets."

- Taye Cahoon

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