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The Building Talks Podcast
A fortnightly podcast where we meet and talk to professionals in the Construction, Property Development, Engineering, Architecture and Consulting sectors across Australia's Built Environment. During our building talks, we discuss topics and issues faced across the industry and specialist sectors within it, discuss the careers and experiences of guests, whilst getting to know the people behind the projects, and the construction and development projects they have been a part of.
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Talking with Adrien Mamet About Improving Construction: Mental Health, Apprentice Support, and Industry Innovations
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Hey, Legends! In this week’s episode of The Building Talks Podcast, we chat with Adrien Mamet, Managing Director of Mamet Homes and co-founder of BuildUp Australia and BuildUp Apprentice. Adrien shares his journey from a dedicated tradie to a successful luxury home builder in Queensland, addressing key issues like apprenticeships, mental health, and construction quality.
Adrien provides valuable insights into the gaps in apprenticeship training and the need for improved mental health support in the construction industry. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in construction or trade apprenticeships, offering practical ideas and inspiring solutions for enhancing the industry. Tune in to gain actionable insights and learn how Adrien is driving positive change in construction.
Key Takeaways:
- Constant changes in the industry can stress out workers and impact mental health.
- Good communication and support are vital for tackling mental health issues in construction.
- Long hours can hurt personal well-being.
- BuildUp Australia supports builders by sharing experiences and improving mental health.
- High apprentice dropout rates are often due to a lack of mentorship.
- BuildUp Apprentice connects apprentices with experienced mentors.
- Standardised training and quality control are needed in the apprenticeship system.
- Better mentorship can help keep apprentices in the industry.
- Improved oversight is needed to ensure quality in construction work.
- Ongoing training is crucial for tradespeople to keep their skills sharp.
- A feedback loop/system is necessary to address and fix poor-quality work.
- BuildUp Australia promotes collaboration, mentorship, and high standards in construction.
If you're all about the Aussie construction scene, this episode is a must-listen for its deep dive into industry challenges and solutions. Adrien shares insights on managing workloads, balancing work ethic with mental health, and the critical role of mentorship. Discover how BuildUp Australia is improving quality standards and support networks, offering a fresh perspective on transforming the construction industry.
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