Tasmanian businesses seek to hire more people
Job vacancies in Tasmania have increased over the month by 12.8 per cent, according to the latest data released by Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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.
Australian Missile Corporation signs deal with Victoria to bolster GWEO manufacturing industry
The Australian Missile Corporation has inked an agreement with the Victorian Government to prioritise local jobs, skills, and training in a push to speed the development of Australia's emerging smart munitions industry.
WA Government announces $18m package to develop skilled manufacturing workforce
The Western Australian Government has allocated $18 million to help build a pipeline of skilled manufacturing workers to support upcoming defence maritime projects and...
Victoria conference to put spotlight on freight and logistics workforce
Minister for Ports and Freight Melissa Horne has opened the state conference of the Victorian Transport Association, which will centre on the workers who support the $21 billion freight and logistics sector that is the state's economic force.
WA achieves 125,000 new jobs two years ahead of schedule
The Cook Labor Government has met its electoral promise of creating 125,000 new jobs well ahead of schedule, as reflected in today's Australian Bureau of Statistics labour force figures, with 133,532 jobs created since the target was established in 2021.
Legislation to establish Jobs and Skills Australia permanently
Minister for Skills and Training Brendan O’Connor announced that the Jobs and Skills Australia Amendment Bill, which establishes the permanent functions and governance arrangements for JSA, has been introduced to Parliament as the Albanese Government continues to address the national skills crisis.
Bradken to cut 500 jobs
Bradken is set to slash 10% of its workforce to 4,700 in the next couple of years to reduce operational costs and improve medium to...
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.
NT’s advanced manufacturing fund to create more jobs over the next three years
The Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund (AMEF) is set to create up to 100 new manufacturing jobs and provide $35 million to the Northern Territory's economy over the next three years, paving the way for a burgeoning advanced manufacturing industry.
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