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Capital grants to expand construction training for energy transition in WA
The Western Australian Government says it is expanding construction training capacity through targeted capital grants aimed at supporting decarbonisation, energy transformation and regional workforce development.
ASC expands training collab with Sayres Australia for Collins Class and AUKUS workforce
ASC Pty Ltd has extended its partnership with veteran-owned Sayres Australia to support the development of requirements and specialised training programs for Australia’s submarine workforce.
ASC, ANSTO sign MOU to develop nuclear skills linked to AUKUS program
Australia’s submarine company ASC has entered into a collaboration with the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) to develop specialised nuclear career pathways linked to the AUKUS submarine program.
Engineers welcome move toward national registration reform
Engineers Australia has welcomed an agreement by Commonwealth, state and territory treasurers to examine reforms that could pave the way for a national registration scheme for engineers.
Engineers Australia urges nat’l strategy amid ongoing engineering workforce pressures
Engineers Australia has cautioned that Australia’s future workforce remains under pressure, citing new data from Jobs and Skills Australia that shows continued shortages across many critical engineering disciplines.
Manufacturing focus in $28M TAFE Centre to upskill SA’s future workforce
The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments have announced a $28 million National Security TAFE Centre of Excellence in South Australia, highlighting the role of manufacturing and technical training in supporting AUKUS projects and safeguarding critical infrastructure.
Workforce first: GME’s path to stronger sovereign manufacturing
Australian communications manufacturer GME is placing workforce development at the centre of its growth strategy as the country continues to grapple with record-low unemployment and widespread skills shortages.
National Workforce Plan launched to strengthen Australia’s manufacturing workforce
The Australian Government has launched a national workforce plan aimed at ensuring the country’s manufacturing sector remains competitive, sustainable, and future-ready.
Defence manufacturing deal paves way for veteran jobs in regional South Australia
A new partnership between South Australian veteran-owned businesses ARES Armaments Australia and Aimpoint is set to boost defence manufacturing capabilities while creating meaningful employment pathways for veterans in the region.
Smart manufacturing needs people first, technology second, Gartner reports
Gartner has emphasised the importance of human-centric strategies in unlocking the full value of connected factory worker initiatives, stating that organisations must go beyond immediate cost savings to achieve long-term strategic benefits.
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Reducing downtime through real-time shop floor insights with Minitab’s Prolink
Unplanned downtime remains one of the most costly – and often misunderstood – challenges on the manufacturing floor.
