MSA launches online survey to tackle vocational trainer shortage in Australia’s manufacturing sector
Australia is facing a pressing challenge in its journey towards building a skilled and sustainable manufacturing workforce. With a growing shortage of vocational trainers, particularly Technical and Further Education (TAFE) teachers, the nation's ability to pass on essential vocational skills to the next generation is at risk.
Indian tech firm LeadSquared selects Victoria as site of new Oceania HQ
India-based global tech company LeadSquared is establishing a new headquarters in Victoria in a bid to build its first presence in Oceania, bringing new...
Weld Australia’s MEM Training Packaging Resources suite wins Endeavour Award
Weld Australia has clinched the Excellence and Manufacturing Skills Development Award at the 2023 Endeavour Awards for its MEM Training Packaging Resources.
The Community Learning initiative offers hope to over 1700 disadvantaged people
Minister for Education, Training and Employment John-Paul Langbroek has announced that over 1700 disadvantaged job-seekers will be trained for real jobs under the latest round...
Caterpillar Transition Taskforce creates 95 advanced manufacturing jobs in Tasmania
An innovative truck manufacturer and a leading tripe producer are just two of a number of Tasmanian companies that received funding under the second...
Engineers Australia to offer micro-credentialing for various industries
Non-profit organisation Engineers Australia has launched a micro-credentialing initiative as part of its efforts to close the engineering skills gap in Australia.
Developed in partnership...
SA’s Fee Free TAFE boost enrolments by 65%
Enrolments for TAFE SA have seen a dramatic 65 per cent increase compared to two years ago following the launch of the South Australian government’s Fee Free TAFE effort.
Bedford to construct $45 million advanced manufacturing facility in Adelaide’s north
South Australian company Bedford has partnered with Leyton Property and Leyton Funds to establish a cutting-edge $45 million advanced manufacturing hub in Adelaide’s north.
WA alleviates migration requirements to attract more workers
The Western Australian government has amended its migration program to attract more skilled workers and foster industry growth.
As part of the initiative, the government...
Qld selects Downer as $7b train project manufacturer
The Queensland government has named engineering firm Downer as the preferred supplier to build and deliver 65 next-generation trains as part of the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program.
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Automotive canopy and tray manufacturer manages 6,000 SKUs with self-implemented ERP
Australian automotive accessories manufacturer Trig Point self-implemented an ERP system in just three months and gained control over its unwieldy component inventory, product customizations, and production processes. “We wouldn’t be able to manage that without a system like this,” says Chris Wasylkiw, Production Engineer.
