PROJECTS
The Manufacturing Alliance is actively driving projects that address workforce issues in Australia’s manufacturing sector. These projects are designed to deliver practical, targeted solutions that increase the number of skilled workers in line with future demand.
If you would like to know more about any of these projects, please email your interest to projectmanagementoffice@manufacturingalliance.org.au
Industry projects
Building a defence manufacturing workforce
Developing a national framework for a coordinated, consistent skills system response
By fostering collaboration with key industry partners, this project aims to support Australia’s sovereignty through an empowered, highly skilled workforce.
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Better manufacturing apprenticeship outcomes
Investigating the behavioural patterns behind low completion rates of manufacturing apprenticeships and traineeships
The project will explore manufacturing apprenticeships to examine completion rate outcomes over time, using quantitative and qualitative data
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VET Workforce project
Developing and implementing innovative, industry-led strategies that address challenges facing the VET workforce in manufacturing
This project will engage directly with industry stakeholders, training providers and government agencies to gain deeper insights into the unique challenges the VET workforce encounters within manufacturing
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Workforce projects
Best practice case studies
Identifying and sharing emerging skills practices that have been proven effective in facilitating workforce transformation
This project aims to enable stakeholders across the industry to keep pace with change, reducing skill gaps and enhancing productivity.
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Mentoring and succession planning
Addressing the growing skills retirement cliff that the Print and Graphic Arts and Plastics, Rubber and Cable Making sectors face
This project empowers our target sectors to proactively address workforce challenges, better ensuring their longevity and success.
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Raising awareness of manufacturing careers
Highlighting the modern landscape of industry and establish manufacturing as a forward-thinking career path full of potential
This project will deliver a national multimedia campaign that highlights the modern opportunities within the manufacturing sector.
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