Tag: workforce
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.
Bridging the skills gap: How Aussie manufacturers can overcome workforce challenges
Australia’s manufacturing sector is facing a turning point as it navigates skills shortages, digital transformation, and increasing global competition.
TAFE’s Future of Housing Construction Centre to build skilled workforce for Australia
The Albanese and Allan Labor Governments have announced a $50 million investment to establish the Melbourne Polytechnic Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence, a dedicated training facility focused on advanced construction courses.
Western Power adds new talent to strengthen WA’s skilled energy workforce
The Western Australian Government is furthering its focus on job training and employment opportunities, with Western Power announcing the hiring of 33 apprentices, trainees, and recent university graduates.
Weld Australia tackles welding workforce shortage with micro-credential program
Weld Australia has launched a 12-week micro-credential program to address the nation’s critical welding skills shortage, which threatens major projects like the $9.9 billion Torrens to Darlington (T2D) development and the AUKUS submarine initiative.
Manufacturing Alliance launches project to address skills shortage in defence industry
The Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance, in partnership with BAE Systems Australia, has launched a national project at the Osborne Naval Shipyard with Minister Andrew Giles, aiming to address Australia’s growing need for skilled workers in defence manufacturing.
Australian industry accelerates AI adoption amid regulatory concerns – Ai Group report
Australian industries are ramping up their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies to boost productivity and address workforce challenges, an Ai Group report has revealed.
Reeracoen’s report explores AI’s impact on the workforce amid Smart Nation 2.0 push
Reeracoen, Asia's leading human resource services provider, in collaboration with Rakuten Insight Global, has released a new report titled "Perception of AI in the Workplace," offering fresh insights into how AI is shaping the professional landscape across multiple generations.
Strategies to combat the skilled labour shortages in the complex industrial manufacturing and engineering...
The Australian Industrial Manufacturing, Fabricated Metals and Engineering sectors make a significant contribution to our economy, playing a vital role in industrial development, aiding economic growth and employment.
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All eyes on Melbourne as Australian Manufacturing Week prepares to open doors
In just four weeks, the spotlight will shine on Australia’s industrial heart as Australian Manufacturing Week 2025 (AMW) takes over Melbourne’s Convention and Exhibition Centre for four days of cutting-edge tech, world-class innovation, and industry-defining conversations.
