Australian Apprenticeship Leadership Medal
The Australian Apprenticeship Leadership Medal, conferred annually by MiGroup Australia’s Board of Directors during National Apprenticeship Week, honours organisations that are setting the industry standard for advancing and investing in Australian Apprenticeships.
This prestigious and coveted Medal is designed to recognise organisations that not only employ apprentices but have crafted a learning and development experience around the apprenticeship model.
These employers provide safe and supportive opportunities for apprentices to refine their critical thinking, apply contemporary technical skills, and broaden their worldview through unique experiences.
The Medal recognises excellence in organisational commitment to apprenticeship and traineeship development and highlights employers who:
Demonstrate exceptional leadership in supporting and advancing their apprentice and trainee workforce
Invest in quality training, mentoring, and career development pathways
Champion safe, compliant, and inclusive workplaces that foster learning and success
Selection and Conferral
When conferring the Medal, Directors consider an organisation’s:
Sustained investment in apprenticeship and traineeship programs
Innovative training and development approaches
Success rates in completions
Quality of mentoring and support systems
Career advancement opportunities
Industry leadership in skills development
Contribution to the broader Australian Apprenticeship system
Commitment to exemplary workplace health, safety, and compliance standards
Recipients
2025 – Riviera (Inaugural Recipient)
Riviera is a leading manufacturer of luxury motor yachts, known for its commitment to excellence in craftsmanship and innovation. With over three decades of experience in apprenticeship training, Riviera continues to invest in the future of Australia's marine industry through its comprehensive training programs and state-of-the-art facilities.