Tradie Connection Podcast
29 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago -This is the official podcast for the trade publications Building Connection, Electrical Connection and Plumbing Connection. Here we will post news updates, interviews and discussions about each of those industries.
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The future of stone cutting with Caesarstone Australia
June 19, 2024 00:12 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBWith the ban on engineered stone (due to come into force on July 1, 2024) there has been a shift in focus in the sustainable surfaces arena, with Porcelain coming to the fore. Caesarstone introduced its first porcelain collection in 2022 and the company's managing director, David Cullen, looks at the future of the industry in this space. To find out more about the ban, read a breakdown here. To find out more about Caesarstone's full range of crystalline silica-free surfaces click here. Mak...
Breaking down the 2024 Federal Budget with Denita Wawn
May 28, 2024 05:17 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBIn this episode, Sean is joined by Master Builders Australia’s Denita Wawn to look at the 2024 Federal Budget and what it does for tradespeople and the industry as a whole. You can listen to Master Builders Australia’s full 2024 Budget breakdown video here: https://masterbuilders.com.au/master-builders-budget-webinar-2024-25/ And to find more written content on the Budget, check it out here: https://electricalconnection.com.au/construction-industry-bodies-back-budget/ Make sure you subscr...
The importance of applying S009 and adhering to its guidelines
August 17, 2023 04:41 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBIn this episode of the Tradie Connection Podcast, we listen in on a webinar hosted by key members in the cabling industry. Paul Stathis, BICSI and Ian Millner, consultant, both members of the committee that wrote the regulations, talk about why it’s important that all registered cablers adhere to the cabling regs. They run through what’s in the regulations as well as why cowboys in the industry are hurting the people doing the right thing. This is followed by an extensive Q&A session with ca...
What is the WELS scheme and how can plumbers make the most of it?
July 26, 2023 23:45 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode, Teresa McMaugh joins the Tradie Connection Podcast to explain what the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) are, how they work and how plumbers can bring it into their day-to-day life. The Australian government recently launched a free online course to help tradies save water, energy and money. It will also help them understand their legal obligations under the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Act 2005. You can check our WELS Product Registration Databa...
Keeping things legal for your business
May 23, 2023 01:10 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, editor Anna Hayes is joined by Rise Legal's managing director, Helen Kay, to discuss the legal side of running your business. This podcast does not remove the need for legal advice - there is no one-size-fits-all approach to legal issues so please contact a legal professional if you have a specific issue or query. Helen is offering a free 15-minute call to listeners - this can be accessed through this link.
Cian Brennan from Quantum Contract Solutions
April 21, 2023 03:41 - 7 minutes - 7.3 MBTradie Connection welcomes Cian Brennan, chief executive of Quantum Contract Solutions to the podcast. His company aims to help construction contractors get the most out of their work and ensure they're appropriately paid. In 2019, after becoming deeply concerned with the state of the Industry and having inside knowledge of how the clients manage Contractors, Cian started Quantum to help Construction Contractors. Fast forward to today, Cian has won a 40 under 40 award, a Best of Business Aw...
SHAPE Australia on fostering a safe trade workspace
September 14, 2022 23:53 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBIn this episode of the Tradie Connection Podcast, we’re joined by Phil Smith, the group executive environment, health, safety and quality at SHAPE Australia. Following Tradies National Health Month, Phil talks about all the work SHAPE Australia has done in the area of tradie safety and explains some of the resources and standards that the company has been working on. For more information on SHAPE’s safety standards, visit the SHAPE Minimum Standards website here.
Tradies National Health Month and positive psychology with Steve Zolezzi, ACAP
August 24, 2022 01:09 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBSteve is a registered psychologist with 25 years of experience and joins the Tradie Connection Podcast to discuss the benefits of positive psychology and the potential applications to tradies across the country. It's an informative discussion that comes during Tradies National Health Month - August. To find out more about how tradies can thrive through positive psychology, visit the Australian College of Applied Professions website here. Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day, seven days...
Hedayat Osyan from Community Construction
July 25, 2022 04:02 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBHedayat Osyan (Nick) joins the Tradie Connection podcast to talk about his journey to Australia, migrating from Afghanistan to starting his own construction company, Community Construction, that provides training for those resettling in Australia. Community Construction aims to empower those who have sought refuge and asylum in Australia to build new lives and make Australia their home just as they make the environment they construct for you feel like home.
COVID compliance is key to keeping the construction industry kicking
March 31, 2022 23:12 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBAs the Omicron BA.2 variant of COVID-19 becomes more prevalent in Australia, Gregory Johnson, co-founder and chief executive of VaxxVault talks about the potential impacts on the building and construction industry. He looks at what construction companies, both big and small, can do to make sure they stay safe and on the tools. Gregory, who has advised the AFL on its COVID-compliance system, talks about his VaxxVault platform and ways we can limit the spread of COVID and stop work disruption...
Supply chain issues impacting construction industry with Adam Richardson, Honan Insurance
February 23, 2022 23:24 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBThe Tradie Connection Podcast is joined by Adam Richardson from Honan Insurance to talk about the supply chain issues impacting the Australian construction industry. Adam talks about the key risks from an insurance perspective on the current supply chain crisis, and how these risks can be best managed.
Virtual assistants - How to take the next step in your trade business
October 06, 2021 23:28 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBIncreasing numbers of trade businesses are turning to Virtual Assistants to help expand their operations. Virtual Assistants are external office workers, usually based offshore, who do everything from answer phone calls to prepare invoices, book appointments, and so much more... We talk to Canberra plumber Tom Martin, who also runs the business Virtual Trade Assistant, which delivers Virtual Assistant services to Australian trade businesses.
Changing the perception of tradies in society with Dean Willemsen
September 06, 2021 03:10 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBIn this episode of the Tradie Connection podcast, we're joined by Dean Willemsen from Prime Build as he discusses the way tradies are perceived in society by advertising, media and more. He talks about how industry professionals can help change the negative stigma associated with the profession. To find out more about what Dean does, follow this link. Be sure to check out our other episodes and stay notified of industry updates by following Tradie Connection on Facebook.
How Securely can ensure payments in the post-COVID reno boom
August 18, 2021 00:42 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBSecurely! the Tradies app protects, addresses a $20 billion national problem (in Australia alone) of tradespeople not being correctly paid for the work that they do. We're joined by Securely chief executive Andrew Squires as he explains how the software can help secure payments for the tradesperson, making sure people get paid for their work. To find out more about Securely! the Tradies app, visit their website here or contact them via email or phone. To stay up to date with the latest Tra...
Kennards Hire's Trade Easy platform and what it does for tradies
June 10, 2021 00:31 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBKennards Hire knows their trade customers. They’ve taken everything they know about their trade customers and have launched Trade Easy, a customer service experience that gives Tradies exactly what they need, when they need it. Craig McMahon, Zone Managers, joins Sean Carroll to tell us what makes Trade Easy unique in the equipment hire market.
The Solahart PowerStore, with Stephen Cranch
May 14, 2021 01:13 - 18 minutes - 14 MBAustralian householders are embracing solar power in record numbers - now hot water specialist Solahart is helping customers to make the most of their precious solar resources. In this episode, Solahart general manager Stephen Cranch discusses the Australian - made PowerStore: a ‘smart’ hot water system designed to harness and store surplus solar energy instead of that excess solar energy being fed back into the grid. He explains how PowerStore hot water systems, as part of the 'South Aust...
How Lifestyle Tradie can help you
March 18, 2021 03:30 - 10 minutes - 8.33 MBIn this episode, Tradie Connection is joined by Andy and Angela Smith, two trade business owners and founders of Lifestyle Tradie, a training and coaching company which helps tradies meet their financial and lifestyle goals in the industry. The two, who still run their plumbing business, Dr. DRiP alongside Lifestyle Tradie, have a number of tips to grow a successful business, maintain success and keep your work-life balance. Their website can be found at www.lifestyletradie.com.au
New dual apprenticeship (electrical, HVAC) with NECA's Larry Moore
February 15, 2021 02:37 - 9 minutes - 7.36 MBNECA SA/NT executive director Larry Moore comes on the Tradie Connection podcast to talk about the new electrical/HVAC dual apprenticeship available in South Australia. It's an incredible opportunity for school leavers and people looking to get into the industry and Larry speaks on its creation, where it's at right now and more.
What S-5! does for the Australian market
February 08, 2021 22:44 - 13 minutes - 10.5 MBS-5!'s vice president of research and development Dustin Haddock joins Electrical Connection editor Sean Carroll to talk about everything S-5! does, what it means for the Australian market, what are some of their more notable projects and what's next for the company. S-5!'s website can be found here: www.s-5.com/global/australia/ For general enquiries, visit this email: [email protected] or visit their website for more contact options including distribution and sales.
Getting more women on the tools, benefits to the industry
November 24, 2020 00:51 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBTradie Connection speaks with HCF Australia client side project manager and UniSA Online student Kavita Lachmaiya about the lack of women in the construction industry, why this is, what the industry can do to remedy the issue and more. Remember to follow our social pages Tradie Connection on Facebook or your preferred platform. We hope you enjoy!
An Uber-fied app for tradies launches in Australia
October 28, 2020 21:49 - 13 minutes - 11 MBRendr founders Greg Leibowitz and James Fisher recognised the growth of on demand delivery services such as Uber and changing consumer behaviours and came up with something new to offer, given their backgrounds in start ups, web and app development and a network of mates in the construction industry.
The Australian solar industry with Russell French from Energetic Consulting
September 18, 2020 03:11 - 13 minutes - 10.4 MBRussell French, founder of Energetic Consulting (energeticconsulting.com.au) and co-founder of Sunfluence (sunfluence.com.au) jumps on the Tradie Connection podcast to discuss all things solar, looking at how the pandemic has affected the industry and a look ahead at what's next.
What can Recovery Partners do for tradies?
September 09, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 8.1 MBGaye Cameron joins the Tradie Connection podcast to talk about what Australian safety, well-being and rehab experts Recovery Partners can offer tradies and their businesses.
Maintaining business momentum during COVID-19
July 05, 2020 23:44 - 13 minutes - 9.85 MBAmanda Rose is a Ted Talk presenter, was heavily involved in the success of the Western Sydney Wanderers and founder of five businesses. Needless to say, she knows a thing or two about overcoming challenges and entrepreneurship.
Will people abuse the HomeBuilder scheme?
June 05, 2020 05:58 - 11 minutes - 8.32 MBTradie Connection speaks with Lynette Manciameli, director at Builder Finders on the HomeBuilder scheme and how she believes some may take advantage of the stimulus. Lynette says that individuals should do their due diligence to avoid "dodgy tradies". We hope you enjoy.
Technology in the Building Industry
June 04, 2020 00:35 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBBuilding Connection editor Justin Felix speaks with Swinburne University's Will Joske about the rapid advancement of technology and how building and construction professionals can take advantage to improve efficiences and ensure procurement of future projects. For more information, and to find out what Swinburne University is offering students, you can visit www.swinburne.edu.au/study/course/bim.
Will Joske, Swinburne University
June 04, 2020 00:35 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBBuilding Connection editor Justin Felix speaks with Swinburne University's Will Joske about the rapid advancement of technology and how building and construction professionals can take advantage to improve efficiences and ensure procurement of future projects. For more information, and to find out what Swinburne University is offering students, you can visit www.swinburne.edu.au/study/course/bim.
Warren Zietsman, IFS
May 29, 2020 00:07 - 26 minutes - 19.3 MBStaff writer Sean Carroll speaks with Warren Zietsman from IFS, a company that provides enterprise software for customers around the world including tradies, on how it can help Aussie tradespeople. He talks about digitising a company, a topic that's even more prevalent with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing people to adapt to a new and changing environment. For more information, you can visit their website at ifs.com/au
Welcome to the Tradie Connection podcast
April 30, 2020 23:30 - 42 seconds - 653 KBWelcome to Tradie Connection, the official podcast for the trade publications Building Connection, Electrical Connection and Plumbing Connection. Here you will find news, interviews and discussions about each of those industries. To stay updated with new episodes as well as articles and news from each of the publications; visit our websites linked above or follow our Facebook page. We hope you enjoy!