Excellence in Indigenous Employment and Innovation

Sponsored by Reece

Awards For Excellence 2025 Brochure

Welcome to the application process for the Excellence in Indigenous Employment and Innovation award. This award recognises those plumbing contracting businesses that stand out as leaders in the empowerment and advancement of Indigenous workers within their ranks.

In an era where inclusivity and diversity are essential to the growth and enrichment of the workplace, we celebrate the businesses that have not only opened doors but created environments where Indigenous talent can thrive.

This Award will go to the plumbing contracting business that demonstrates the highest standards of established policies, systems and on-the-job practices designed to attract and retain indigenous workers, then mentor and encourage them to achieve their full potential. Judges will want evidence of excellence in Indigenous employee recruitment, engagement and retention, including evidence that Indigenous people believe the business engages with them in a manner that assists them.

Let's honour those who are not just shaping the industry but also creating paths of opportunity, success, and growth for Indigenous talent.

Name (person submitting)*

First NameLast Name

Company*

Website

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Email*

Phone Number*

License Number

Social Media Links

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You must complete all sections of the online entry form to be considered

Previous Submissions*

Did you apply for this award last year? If so, how has your business progressed or changed in the past 12 months?

Indigenous Employment Policies and Systems*

Describe the established policies and systems that support the recruitment and retention of Indigenous workers.

On-The-Job Practices*

Explain the mentoring and on-the-job practices designed to encourage Indigenous employees to achieve their full potential.

Indigenous Employee Engagement and Retention:*

Detail your methods for engaging and retaining Indigenous employees, including any unique benefits, training programs, or career development opportunities specific to Indigenous workers.

Community Engagement:*

Provide evidence of how your business engages with Indigenous communities in a manner that assists and supports them. Include any collaborations, partnerships, or initiatives.

Feedback from Indigenous Employees*

Share evidence that Indigenous people believe the business engages with them in a supportive and respectful manner. This may include testimonials, feedback, or other verifiable evidence.

How does Artificial Intelligence (AI) help with your business, and do you actively use it?*

You must provide three references with contact details to be eligible. Please fill out the complete information for all three references below.

References*

Project Samples

Please attach any recent project samples including details and images relevant to the award. Accepted formats include CSV, DOC, PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP. File sizes should not exceed 10MB.

Business Images

Please attach any relevant images of owners, staff, office, vehicles, equipment, etc. Accepted formats include CSV, DOC, PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP. File sizes should not exceed 10MB.

Supporting Documents

Please attach any relevant documentation, such as customer testimonials, compliance certificates, training records, etc. Accepted formats include CSV, DOC, PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP. File sizes should not exceed 10MB.

We must receive your entry by close of business on Wednesday 31 December 2025.

By entering, you agree that the judges can do all the following:

Openly assess customers, employees and business processes that relate to the category you have entered.
Mystery shop your business to assess your entry.
Conduct compliance and audit checks on your business that relate to the category you have entered

The decision of the judges will be final. For any enquiries, please contact the office on 9471 6661 or via email at mail@mpawa.asn.au.

I hereby certify that all information provided is accurate and complete.*

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Please note: Once submitted, applications cannot be modified, if you have forgotten to attach a file or an image please do not attempt to submit another application. Instead, please send an email to mail@mpawa.asn.au with documents attached