Building vibrant futures through apprenticeships, employment and support

About us

For over 40 years, we have taken the complexity out of career pathways. From managing apprentice employment and delivering expert trade training, to guiding parents and supporting at-risk youth, we provide the complete foundation for workforce success.

40+

Since 1985, MRAEL has delivered education, training, and employment services across Queensland and beyond.

160+

MRAEL staff operate across Queensland and New South Wales, enabling strong local engagement while delivering large‑scale, integrated workforce solutions.

1000+

MRAEL employs and manages over 1,000 apprentices and trainees across Queensland and services national clients in other states and territories.

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Services

Who we help

Employers and Industry

Workforce solutions built around your needs

MRAEL partners with employers and industry to simplify apprentice and workforce management. Our solutions reduce risk and administrative burden, support supervisors, and help build reliable, job‑ready workforces across single and multi‑site operations.

Apprentices and Trainees

Kickstart a paid career without the student debt

Get qualified, gain real-world experience, and earn a wage from day one. MRAEL connects you with host employers and provides a dedicated mentor to support your journey. Build a secure career today.

Parent Pathways Mackay

Build a pathway that works for you and your family

Delivered by MRAEL in partnership with the Australian Government, Parent Pathways is a free, voluntary and personalised support program for unemployed parents and carers of children under six.

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Youth Pathways

Shaping futures with practical skills for life

MRAEL Shaping Futures supports young people in central Queensland to develop practical skills, confidence and pathways into work, training and a more stable future through tailored, youth‑focused programs.

Let’s find your new career today.