|
What does
Q.I.T.E. do?
Q.I.T.E.
[short for] Quality Innovation Training and Employment
is a Not for Profit, Public Benevolent Institution with
Deductable Gift Recipient Status. We offer a range of
services and programs. We support employers, jobseekers
and those wishing to undertake our training. Activities
include Employment Services, Labour Hire and Recruitment
Services, Harvest Labour placement, Work Experience and
Work for the Dole programs. Q.I.T.E. operates a number
of social enterprises such as QT’s Early Learning
Centre, Timber Creations and a Passenger Transport
Service.
Our Corporate DVD gives a feel for what
we do and how we do it. We encourage you to view from
the link or review each activity and program below.
Did you know:
-
Q.I.T.E has full-time
offices in Mareeba, Atherton, Innisfail, Yarrabah
and Cairns.
-
Q.I.T.E has 100
staff.
-
Q.I.T.E. was
established in Mareeba in 1987.
-
Wage subsidies and
support is available for employers. Call us to see
if these can apply to your business.
Q.I.T.E. Corporate DVD
QITE Landline Article
Recruitment /
Job Placement
As the community’s largest employment
provider, we have a database of potential candidates and
networks to match. We offer a free-of-charge service for
potential employers to advertise and locate suitable
employees for their business and provide incentives to
employers to employ local people. Q.I.T.E.'s Job
Placement Service assesses the match between the
jobseekers skills & qualifications and desire to work in
that industry against available jobs and the specific
needs of employers. Partnering with our clients, we aim
to place the right person into the right job.
|
|
Labour
Hire
Q.I.T.E.'s Labour Hire
Division can provide staff for most
industries.
We save employers time and
money, the division not only finds labour
for you, but handles all administrative
responsibilities associated with employing
these staff including:
-
Payroll
-
Tax
declarations
-
Superannuation
|
 |
|
Our competitive,
cost-effective rates include Superannuation, Public
Liability, Work Cover, Professional Indemnity and
Administration. All on-hire employees through Q.I.T.E.
Labour Hire undertake a basic induction covering general
Workplace Health and Safety, Q.I.T.E. Labour Hire
process and payroll. Call 1800 354 414 to find out how
we can save you time & money!
|
|
Harvest
Labour Services
Harvest Labour
Services [HLS] is designed to meet the
labour requirements of local growers by
recruiting and placing workers into harvest
jobs and mobilising job seekers locally or
from locations outside of harvest areas as
required. Under the HLS system, workers
include anyone that is legally entitled to
work in Australia (e.g., working holiday
visa holders). |
 |
|
Q.I.T.E.
Mareeba is the hub of HLS activity. Inquiries about our
HLS service for employer or those seeking harvest work
can contact our Innisfail and Atherton offices also.
- PH Atherton 07 4091 5800
- PH Innisfail 07 4061 6666
|
Q.I.T.E. Transport Services
Q.I.T.E. Passenger Transport Services is a
dedicated fee for service providing
transport from Q.I.T.E.'s offices to
employees’ workplaces if they do not own
their own vehicle. In a community with
limited public transport especially to
remote farms, this service provides benefits
to local employers and employees alike. |
 |
|
Hosting Work Experience
At Q.I.T.E., we help many jobseekers who come to us
looking for meaningful employment each day. Our mission
in all that we do is " To assist people gain, retain or
enhance their position in the workforce and their
lives".
So what if we told you
that in becoming a partner with Q.I.T.E., your business
could also help make a direct impact and improve the
life of someone willing and able to work?
At Q.I.T.E. we coordinate
a range of activities to assist to gain new skills and
become ready for work.
These activities include;
If you decide to partner
with us on this meaningful journey, you will also
receive individualised, professional support. We ensure
participants are matched to activities which align with
their interests and employment goals. In addition,
Q.I.T.E. also prepares people for Work Experience with
an induction course covering OH&S and their
responsibilities while on-the-job. Our aim is to be
there to help guide and develop activities to be truly
meaningful for all stakeholders.
Who will you be helping
out?
The people involved in
these activities are generally those in receipt of
Centrelink income benefits. They're usually aged between
18-50 and are required to participate in eligible
activities each year. By undertaking an activity,
participants develop their ability to work as part of a
team, build self esteem, take directions from a
supervisor, communicate effectively and work
independently.
Eligibility Checklist:
|
Training
Q.I.T.E.
offers flexible, locally delivered
accredited and non-accredited training
programs tailored to the needs of
individuals, employers and the community.
These courses are delivered
in partnership with TAFE, a professional
organisation that meets all Australian
Quality Training Framework (AQTF) standards.
In addition to other reputable RTO’s. |
 |
|
Q.I.T.E.'s
quality training programs provide recognised
qualifications and are:
-
flexible, practical
and relevant
-
tailored to your
specific business needs
-
locally delivered by
experienced, qualified trainers
-
cost effective and
convenient
-
outcomes focused
Training
programs offered:
Accredited:
Certificate I in Work Readiness
Work safety in the construction industry
‘White Card’
First Aid
Trim and cross cut felled trees Level 1
Certificate II in Business
Certificate II in Construction
Certificate II in Furniture Making
Certificate II in Horticulture
Certificate II in Community Services
Certificate III in Children’s Services
Certificate III in Aged Care Work
Cert IV in Training and Assessment
Non-accredited courses:
Customer Service
Basic Computing
General Computing (tailored to business
needs)
Workplace Health and Safety (relevant to
your workplace)
Time management
Motivational / Work readiness
Life Skills:
Making it Happen
Introduction to Computers
Practical Health
Winning the job
Life choices
Domestic Skills
Learner's Permit
Practical Parenting
|
QT's Early
Learning Centre
QT’s Child
Care Centre was opened in September 2009 and provides
quality day care services for up to 70 children per day
(from birth to 5 years).
QT's Early Learning Centre DVD
QT's
website
Award Winning Centre
At the Mareeba Chamber of Commerce 2011
Business Awards QT's Early Learning Centre was nominated
for 3 of the awards; Best Customer Service, New Business
and Business of the Year. QT's Early Learning Centre was
the proud recipient and winner of the, "Bella Q's
Customer Service Award" which was nominated by members
of the community and co- winner of the "New Business
Award".
|
|
|
The purpose built, state
of the art facility provides a vibrant and nurturing
environment for all age groups. QT’S qualified and
experienced staff pride themselves on providing a high
quality program that is fun and educational.
|
|
|
|
Join QT's where we "grow
and learn together" |
|
|
Q.I.T.E.
Timber Creations
Q.I.T.E.
Timber Creations builds quality timber furniture
handcrafted by local individuals developing their skills
and improving their employability.
They benefit from the skills, knowledge
and experience of a Licensed BSA Nominee Supervisor who
provides on-the-job training. Whilst their timber
furniture is sold to the public they also have a strong
reputation for quality kitchen renovations and cabinet
making.
|
|
|
