NTHA Trainees and Apprentices

The National Timber and Hardware Association (NTHA) is a not-for-profit organisation representing over 700 members across Australia from the timber, hardware, and building materials industries. NTHA operates as a group training organisation with a core mission to employ trainees and apprentices within the timber and hardware supply chain, creating opportunities for young professionals to realise their potential whilst building a skilled and capable workforce for customers nationwide. The organisation was established following the successful merger of the Timber and Building Materials Association (TABMA) and Hardware Australia in March 2023, bringing together 80 years of combined industry experience.

NTHA's primary recruitment and training services focus on group training, traineeships, and apprenticeships across the timber, hardware, and building materials sectors. The company also provides labour hire and retail traineeship placements for employers seeking to develop talent within their organisations. NTHA training, established in 1998, delivers quality training outcomes that lead to career pathways for learners and a skilled workforce for industry customers. Beyond recruitment and training, NTHA offers workplace health and safety services, short courses, qualifications, and student support programmes designed to assist members in understanding their responsibilities and implementing safe work practices.

NTHA operates across all Australian states and territories, serving members and employers nationwide with particular presence in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Northern Territory, and Western Australia. Clients choose NTHA for its deep industry expertise, commitment to quality outcomes, professional team with formal qualifications and specific sector knowledge, and its advocacy for industry needs. The organisation combines practical solutions with comprehensive support services, positioning itself as the leading group training organisation within the timber, hardware, and building materials supply chain.