The Western Australia government has launched a AU$10 million program aimed at expanding the state’s building and construction training capabilities to combat housing shortages and power the clean energy transition.
Applications have opened for the 2026-27 Capital Grant Program, delivered through the state’s Construction Training Fund (CTF). The program offers critical capital funding to eligible private Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to boost their training capacity and upgrade facilities.
The funding rollout comes at a critical time for the state, with the building sector facing intense pressure to meet surging housing demand and deliver major infrastructure projects.
Under the guidelines, the multi-million-dollar program will prioritise capital projects that directly support the residential housing workforce and scale up apprenticeships geared toward renewable energy and decarbonisation.
Funding will also be targeted toward improving gender equality, driving workforce diversity, enhancing retention, and expanding remote training across regional WA through mobile and digital platforms.
Skills and TAFE Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson said the program is designed to future-proof the state’s trade workforce.
“We want to see more WA workers building our homes and delivering our clean energy transition,” Sanderson said.
“This funding will make sure our local workforce is well prepared with the skills to meet the current and future demand in our construction industry.”
The capital allocations will be distributed based on demonstrated need, requiring RTOs to prove the investment will directly translate into high-quality, industry-relevant training outcomes.
Construction Training Fund Board Chair Karen Ho said the grants would ensure WA’s training system keeps pace with emerging methodologies.
“By investing in modern facilities, equipment, and delivery methods, we are strengthening the pipeline of skilled workers and improving training quality across the State,” Ho said.
Applications for the 2026-27 Capital Grant Program on July 17.
