Put your government grant to work. Build a better business with Happy HR.
Up to $5,000 in government grant funding could help eligible Queensland construction businesses invest in smarter business management software.
The Queensland Government’s Construction Business Advancement Grant is now open, and Happy HR is included in the approved Business Management Software catalogue.
If you’re a builder, tradie, contractor or construction business owner, this is an opportunity to invest in better systems, simplify workforce management and take the pressure out of HR administration.
One platform. Smarter HR. Better workforce management. Less administration.
Government funding for smarter construction businesses
Running a construction business is demanding enough.
Between managing projects, employees, subcontractors, apprentices, payroll, timesheets, safety and compliance, the administration can quickly become overwhelming. The Queensland Government's Construction Business Advancement Grant is designed to help eligible small construction businesses improve productivity, strengthen business operations and invest in better technology.
The opportunity:
- Up to $5,000 in grant funding (excluding GST).
- Funding towards eligible business management software.
- Support for eligible software training.
- SaaS subscriptions may be supported for up to 24 months, subject to program requirements.
- Applications open from 6 November 2026.
Happy HR is included in the program’s Business Management Software catalogue.
Why not use this opportunity to invest in the systems that help you manage your people, protect your business and support growth?
Exclusive opportunity for Queensland construction businesses
One platform for your people, from recruitment to retirement.
Happy HR brings your HR, workforce management, recruitment, onboarding, training and employee management together in one powerful platform.
Instead of managing employee information across spreadsheets, emails and disconnected software, you have one central source of truth.
With Happy HR, you can manage:
Get your HR compliance sorted
Recruit and onboard your next employee
Manage your workforce
Simplify payroll processes
Train and develop your team
Manage workplace safety processes
Give employees access anywhere
Get help from Happy Helper AI
More than software. Technology backed by real HR professionals.
Most software gives you the technology and leaves you to work everything else out.
Happy HR is different.
We combine AI-powered technology with access to qualified Australian HR professionals, giving your business practical support when you need it.
Your Happy HR solution includes:
- Qualified HR support: Access professional HR advisory support as part of eligible Happy HR subscriptions.
- Employment contracts and policies: Tools to manage your employment documentation and HR processes.
- Happy Helper AI: AI-powered assistance for everyday HR questions and processes.
- HR compliance tools: Help manage employment obligations, documentation and important HR processes.
- Workforce management: Keep employee information and workforce administration connected.
You don’t need to employ an internal HR manager to access professional HR technology and support.
Why construction businesses choose Happy HR
Construction businesses need more than a place to store employee details.
They need systems that work across the entire employment lifecycle.
Your business needs
- Employment contracts
- HR compliance
- Recruitment
- Employee onboarding
- Rostering and timesheets
- Payroll
- Training
- Workplace safety
- HR assistance
- AI automation
Happy HR delivers
- Centralised contract management
- HR documentation and processes
- Integrated applicant tracking system
- Digital onboarding workflows
- Workforce management tools
- Payroll platform and supported integrations
- Online learning and training management
- Safety documentation and processes
- Qualified HR support
- Happy Helper AI
One platform. One source of truth. Less administration.
More than software. Technology backed by real HR professionals.
Could your business qualify for the Queensland Construction Business Advancement Grant?
The Queensland Government has established eligibility criteria for businesses applying for the Construction Business Advancement Grant.
Generally, your business must:
- Have 19 employees or fewer by headcount.
- Have annual turnover of $10 million or less for the 2025–26 financial year.
- Have an active Australian Business Number (ABN).
- Have at least 12 months of trading history.
- Be registered for GST.
- Have a registered Queensland headquarters.
- Operate in an eligible construction-related industry.
Other eligibility requirements and exclusions apply.
Grant funding is up to $5,000 excluding GST.
Applications close at 5pm on 7 May 2027, unless funding is exhausted earlier.
Importantly, you must receive written grant approval before purchasing, subscribing to or entering into a binding commitment for eligible software.
Happy HR can help you understand our platform, pricing and software offering so you can make an informed decision before submitting your application.
View official government grant catalogue https://www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/support-services/financial/grants/construction/catalogue
How to get started with Happy HR
We make it easy to explore the platform and understand how it could work for your construction business.
Step 1 – Check your eligibility
Review the Queensland Government’s eligibility requirements and confirm your business qualifies.
Step 2 – Discover Happy HR
Book a complimentary demonstration with our team. We’ll walk you through the platform, features and available options.
Step 3 – Prepare your grant application
Review the eligible software catalogue, obtain the required pricing and supporting information, and submit your application.
Step 4 – Receive government approval
Wait until the Queensland Government confirms your application has been successful before making your purchase or entering into a binding commitment.
Step 5 – Implement smarter HR
Once approved, work with Happy HR to implement your selected solution and start improving the way you manage your people.
Why Happy HR?
Happy HR has been helping Australian businesses manage their people, HR and employment obligations since 2014.
We understand that running a small business is hard enough without the added burden of complicated HR administration. Our mission is simple: make employment smarter, easier and more compliant.
- Australian HR technology.
- AI-powered employment management.
- Qualified Australian HR professionals.
- Recruitment, HR, payroll and workforce management.
- Employee learning and engagement.
- Affordable solutions for growing businesses.
We look after the people side of your business, so you can concentrate on building it.
Ready to make your grant investment count?
Let's get your construction business HR happy.
Discover how Happy HR can help you reduce administration, improve workforce management and get greater control over your HR compliance. Book a complimentary demonstration and let us show you what's possible.
Happy HR is included in the Queensland Government’s Business Management Software catalogue. Inclusion in the catalogue does not guarantee grant approval or funding. Eligibility, eligible expenditure, funding amounts and application decisions are determined solely by the Queensland Government. Grant recipients must obtain approval before purchasing or committing to eligible software. Please refer to the official program guidelines for full terms and conditions.
Official government information: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/support-services/financial/grants/construction
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