Membership
ASA is open to any sub-contractor operating in Australia.
Members receive invites to our events which will further the development of their business. We also provide access to exclusive Member Benefits through our commercial agreements with our Service Providers.
It’s easy to become a member of ASA.
Just complete our online application form.
Why join ASA?
If you have any questions about membership, please contact us.
Membership of the ASA provides many benefits, most notably having your say in establishing fairer business practices. We work tirelessly on your behalf to improve conditions for subcontractors, working with the Government, industry and wider business community.
The ASA has also negotiated several commercial arrangements
to benefit our members:
PPSR – Do you have your tools and equipment covered in case of the principle going under while you’re on site? – What about your financials and terms of credit?
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Legal – Are you aware of the changes to security of payment legislation? Do you know what your rights are regarding getting paid on time?
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Insurance – Are your tools adequately covered? What about your employee’s tools? What about any damage caused while on site by your employees or subcontractors? What about your materials on site?
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Recruitment – Do you need help on a Permanent or casual basis? Do you know the best way to get temporary help and all the legalities of having someone work for you or contract for you?
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WHS – This is a mind field and unless you devote some time to understanding your responsibilities, you’re walking a tightrope. Are you sure you’re doing all that is necessary? It’s all good until someone gets hurt.
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Accounting – Good finance knowledge is essential for budgeting planning and business growth. Are your finances being professionally checked and do you know how to read them to make the right decisions?
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Finance – Are you cash positive? Do you have enough cash to grow or cover yourself in lean times? What happens if you don’t get paid on time?
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Drug & Alcohol Testing – Ensure you are compliant with WHS and legal obligations
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Taxation – The Tax office is clamping down on all business and will put you under if you’re not on top of your liabilities with the tax office. Are you?
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Leasing – Do you rent a location, equipment or vehicles. Do you understand the leasing agreement? What happens if they want to recall the lease at short notice?
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Trade Insurance – Would you like to know if the person your working for has a bad credit rating? What if they go into liquidation. Will you get your money that’s owed? You can insure against this!
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Training – Good training will enhance your workforce and save you time and money. Are you trained adequately for the work you’re doing? Are your licenses up to date? How can you perform better? Are your contractors licenses up to date?
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Contracts – Did you read the last contract you signed? What risks are being passed down by the principle? Are you at risk if something goes wrong? Should a lawyer take a look?
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Unfair Contracts – Do you know the latest legislation regarding unfair contracts and how to identify them?
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Networking – Do you Network and build that important relationship with other trades and service providers? It is proven the right networking is beneficial. What about getting to know your competitors and building on that relationship for your mutual benefit?
Other benefits include:
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Exclusive access (and discounts) to member-only events aimed at supporting your business operations
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Networking opportunities
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Access to industry information and updates
Membership Pricing
Sub-Contractor Membership
subtitle- Access to membership area
- Free bi-monthly info session for 1 Person
- Discount on Training Courses
- Special Offers from ASA’s Service Provider Members. (See below)
Service Provider Membership
For Service Providers with 1-30 Staff- Access to membership area
- Free bi-monthly info session for 2 People
- Discount on Training Courses
- Promotion on ASA website
- A monthly option for this type of membership is also available at $45 per month
Service Provider Membership
For Service Providers with 31-60 Staff- Access to membership area
- Free bi-monthly info session for 4 People
- Discount on Training Courses
- Promotion on ASA website
- Opportunity to host an info session-must provide venue, catering promotions and speakers
Any larger organisations please contact us to discuss.
Special Offers from our Service Provider Members
bank-acc
Australian Credit Risk Management
“Comprehensive Credit Management Package”
- Customised legally enforceable Terms of Trade including all clauses required to be a secured creditor
- Credit account Application, Customer Information, Quotation, Variation, Do and Charge Forms etc. all included
- Also Directors/Personal Guarantee Forms as well as ongoing Free Phone Credit Management Information and updates
- Included will also be PPSR (7 year Registrations) on 5 clients of which includes the Government charge
ALL for $2,250.00 plus GST however Sorry.. No “steak knives”
Bookeeping & Admin Services
FREE Bookkeeping Business Assessment + 1 FREE HOUR of Bookkeeping if we are lucky enough to work with you on one of our bookkeeping packages. (Value of $136.00 plus GST)
Brodie Collection Services
Brodie Collection Services, would like to offer a substantial discount to all ASA members.
Only $33.00 including GST for our standard demand letters. These are posted and emailed to your debtor.
We would also like to extend the offer with a negotiated discount on our no collection no fee recovery process.
Jarvis Toyota
$500 fuel card on any new or used vehicles purchased.
To redeem the offer they need to advise they are members and call John on 08 8169 9446 or 0404 028 491
Jonas & Associates
For ASA members and referrals from ASA members I offer a one hour review of a business operation, financial return and offer a 10% on fees billed on the first assignment.
For individuals, there is a general strategic financial review on the families financial position.
My Builder Friend
Offer to all ASA members:
- Complementary and confidential online/phone business meeting to discuss any business matter of your choice.
- A 10% discount on any business mentoring programs
Ray Hodge Consulting
Complementary and confidential online/phone business meeting to discuss any business matter of your choice.
A complimentary copy of his two books:
The Business of People: Proven methods of improving leadership and employee performance.
St Johns
- Free Workplace First Aid Assessment for any ASA member (a St John SA advisor would complete this with the client)
- Discounted rate on first aid kits, equipment and defibrillators for ASA members
- Discounted rate on First Aid Training for ASA members
- First Aid Kit restocking service
- Access to free resources, eg First Aid Fact Sheets
The Financial Foreman
Complimentary one-hour consultation to review business strategy, operations, and tax structure. Plus a 10% discount on first years fees.
