Social Enterprise

PRO Cons Social Enterprise Purpose

Our Social Purpose?

At PRO CONS Pty Ltd, Our social purpose is focused on creating opportunities for marginalised youth, by providing employment along with personal training / development opportunities in the construction industry.

This purpose is to support the youth with their transition into the workforce with helping them achieve economic independence, social inclusion, and a sense of belonging.

What support and opportunities do PRO CONS Pty Ltd provide for the marginalised youth?

PRO CONS Pty Ltd provides a range of support and opportunities for marginalised youth and disadvantaged to help them integrate into the workforce and society. These include

Employment Opportunities

  • PRO CONS Pty Ltd creates job opportunities specifically for the marginalised youth,  by tendering for and securing commercial projects in the construction and civil landscape sectors.
  • Our company aims to employ individuals, offering them stable and meaningful employment.

Job-Based Training

  • PRO CONS Pty Ltd provides informal, on-the-job training to help understand Australian industry standards and best practices, construction safety standards, supplier knowledge, and client relations.
  • The training is tailored to equip individuals with the necessary skills to succeed in the construction industry.

Tracking and Measuring Impact

  • PRO CONS Pty Ltd tracks the impact of its programs by measuring the number of people employed, hours worked, training hours completed, and the number of individuals who find full-time employment after participating in PRO CONS Pty Ltd programs.

Wrap-Around Support

  • PRO CONS Pty Ltd offers ongoing, culturally sensitive support through a dedicated Support Officer. This role ensures that our employees receive the support they need to integrate smoothly into workplaces and communities.

Pathways to Employment Elsewhere

  • Recognizing that some individuals may seek opportunities beyond PRO CONS Pty Ltd, the company supports all individuals transition to other employment in their development process. This includes creating transition plans, partnering with recruitment agencies, and providing support during the job search and interview process.

Connection to Additional Support Services

  • PRO CONS Pty Ltd helps connect employees with additional support services that can help them build confidence and succeed in their professional and personal lives.

Focus on Economic Independence and Social Inclusion

  • The overarching goal of PRO CONS Pty Ltd support is to help our youth achieve self-sufficiency, enabling them to live independently and contribute to the economy while feeling socially included in the community.

 

Formal Training and Certification

PRO CONS Pty Ltd facilitates access to formal training programs through external providers. This includes certifications such as:

  • Construction White Card (safety training)
  • Plant & machinery training / licensing
  • Traffic management
  • Rail inductions where required

These training programs are designed to improve job readiness and competitiveness in the job market.

These initiatives collectively aimed to our youth, helping them build a prosperous future and fully integrate into the work force.

Join us in our mission to empower our youth, through training and job opportunities in the construction industry. Together, we can create meaningful opportunities for them, fostering inclusion and economic growth. Join hands with our social enterprise and be a part of building brighter futures for all!