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29/08/2024

Are you thinking about starting a new career, and want to know which occupations are in demand?

The 2024 Jobs and Skills Priority List, shows that within the construction industry, occupations including construction estimators, project manager, riggers and electrical engineers, are demand across all states within Australia.

Vocational Education provides pathways and certifications into these occupations, setting you up with game changing experience and skills, to start your career.

View occupations in demand:
https://ow.ly/9eae50T9obN




SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

2023 Australian Training Awards Apprentice of the Year Finalist, Hugo Kregar, started off his career through vocational education.

Currently working as a Junior Estimator in Berri, South Australia, Hugo gained a wealth of knowledge and personal development through his apprenticeship in carpentry, completing a Certificate III in Carpentry.

Deciding he wanted to combine his study, Hugo has been studying a Bachelor of Construction Management while completing his apprenticeship.

Listen to the Game Changing Webinar Series: University Pathways to hear more about Hugo's journey https://ow.ly/Tixx50T9o9i




SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

2023 Australian Training Awards Apprentice of the Year Winner
Amy’s journey from aspiring cable jointer to industry standout showcases the transformative power of vocational education.

Amy sought a career outdoors, in a team, with new challenges every day. Thanks to , Amy is now the youngest and only female cable jointer at her worksite.

As Amy puts it, “VET gave me what felt like purpose. It gave me a career I now love and opened my eyes to the importance of trades.”

The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP has emphasized that BuildSkills, will work across the VET sector with educators and training providers to develop world-leading qualifications and solutions, bridging skills gaps for workers and employers.

Buildskills are defining the way vocational education impacts industries, including the construction industry in which Amy now works within.

It's great to see success stories such as Amy's.

Buildskills is foundational in supporting other industries and occupations – construction can be seen as the framework to the Australian economy.

Read more on BuildSkills here: https://ow.ly/bPJE50T9nWv




SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

Have you considered working in regional or remote Australia?

On The Game Changing Webinar Series: Regional and Remote Careers, we hear from inspiring VET Alumni working around Australia.

The webinar also features industry leaders, discussing key questions around working regionally, support services available, the different pathways vocational education can lead to, and how industries are supported.

Listen to the webinar here: https://ow.ly/NQ4Q50T9ofR




SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

Indeed has been peering into the future of work:
- Recruitment challenges are expected to intensify
- Skills gaps are widening
- 69% of employers already affected

1 in 3 recruiters say: "Hiring's getting harder,” it’s time to get ahead of the talent shortage.
Indeed’s new report Skilfully Aligned: Closing the gap for a future-proofed workforce, provides strategies for employers to build and retain a skilled workforce.

Read the report: https://ow.ly/yneQ50T9onx



SkillsOne National Skills Week Indeed

29/08/2024

As we launched National Skills Week in NSW last Wednesday, it was fantastic to hear the keynote address from NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education, The Hon. Steve Whan MP.

When speaking on National Skills Week before the launch, Minister Whan said “The NSW government is on board with a 1000 apprenticeships and trainees within our organisations and 1300 more in local government. The training we offer through our TAFEs and RTOs is absolutely vital."

TAFE NSW Managing Director Stephen Brady said “Vocational education is for every Australian, whether they’re beginning their career, taking it to the next level, or changing careers.”

To read more on how NSW is focusing on vocational education head here: https://www.nationalskillsweek.com.au/media-release-nsw-minister-for-skills-tafe-and-tertiary-education-the-hon-steve-whan-to-launch-national-skills-week-2024/



SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

Did you know that construction is one of the five largest industries in Australia?

Jobs and Skills Australia 2024 Industry Profile, shows that the industry employs over 1.3 million workers around Australia.

Vocational education provides many pathways into the booming construction industry, leading to occupations such as a concreter, plant technician, electrician or carpenter as a few examples.

BuildSkills Australia is a Jobs and Skills Council, who works with industry to find solutions to challenges within the industry.

Knowing that the industry is supported, could a career in construction be a game changer for you?

Learn more about the largest industries:
https://www.jobsandskills.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-04/Australia%20Industry%20Profile.pdf




SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

Shining the spotlight on inspiring people who are studying vocational education, alongside another career.

Tropical North Queensland's 2024 Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year, Terrence Casey-Douglas, is completing a Certificate III in Landscape Construction with support from his trainer and employer.

Terrence is a proud Tagalaka and Kurtijar man who has developed his skills and worked as the second-in-charge of a major project in Gordonvale, all while playing for the Northern Pride in the Queensland Rugby League.

Vocational education allows the opportunity to pursue different career paths at the same time.

Read his story here: https://ow.ly/8so550T9nQN



SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

National Skills Week is a week to celebrate the opportunities VET provides, and to shine a spotlight on those leading the way.

All Purpose Transport is a great example of how industry is changing the game within VET, creating game changing pathways and opportunities for apprentices and employees.

One of Queensland’s largest privately-owned transport companies, All Purpose Transport, won 2023 Medium Employer of the Year at the Queensland Training Awards.

In 2012 it launched a workforce development program, Project APT, with the aim that every employee would earn a qualification from TAFE Queensland. Now in its 11th year, 500 workers have earned a certificate III-level qualification or higher in their field of expertise.

It's fantastic to see industry changing the lives of those around them.

Read their story: https://ow.ly/oM6G50T9nLx



SkillsOne National Skills Week

29/08/2024

Could a career in Technology, be a game changer for you?

Australia’s technology sector needs so many more skilled workers that supply cannot currently keep up with the pace of demand.

The Future Skills Organisation’s Technology Workforce Plan reveals, that more than 25,000 workers are required in the next five years to work directly in the technology industry.

“VET has been an absolute game changer for me because it’s kickstarted my career. I now have a stable job in a career I want to be in, doing all the work that I want to be doing and absolutely loving it. I was 15 when I started and I was hired by my employer at 16 years old - that doesn’t normally happen.” - Kai Baharthah-King, 2023 Western Australia Vocational Student of the Year.

As technologies are rapidly evolving, a worker’s skills can quickly become outdated if they do not have work experience. Traineeships, such as those offered by group training organisation MEGT, can help students combine work with their vocational study.

Read the blog here: https://ow.ly/PAbX50T9nIA



SkillsOne National Skills Week MEGT Australia

28/08/2024

Have you ever considered a career in construction?

The opportunities the industry offers are endless, covering occupations such as carpenters, electricians, concreters, or event safety managers, just to list a few.

2023 Australian Training Awards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year Finalist, Bradley Maynard is paving his own pathway in construction, using VET as his game changing tool for success.

“The game changer for me is VET has given me that extra knowledge that I need to better my employment chances and it’s helped me take that next step through my career path.”

Bradley is a Proud Palawa man, who has completed a number of VET certificates, including a Diploma of Leadership and Management.

Bradley is now the Safety Manager at a structural steel fabrication and construction Shipyard in Hobart, where he oversees a team of around 300 people.

Read his story: https://ow.ly/28wr50T9n0R




SkillsOne National Skills Week

28/08/2024

Could a career in construction be your next pathway?

BuildSkills works with construction, property and water industries, to help find solutions to challenges within the industry.

With the release of the The Skills Guarantee across Australia, a minimum of 10% of all labour hours to be undertaken by apprentices and trainees.

With this guarantee, going into the construction industry, could be a Game Changer with supporting you to gain work while studying.

With career opportunities such as Builders, Heavy and civil contractors, Subcontractors and consultants being just a few to name.

It's never too late to start a new career pathway and follow your dream!

Find out more: https://ow.ly/IuIu50T9mcx



SkillsOne National Skills Week

28/08/2024

“The theme this year is game changer, and that’s what it means. It’s a game changer for people’s lives to get the skills that we can teach them,” NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education Hon. Steve Whan MP states as he launched National Skills Week for NSW last Wednesday.

National Skills Week Chair, Brian Wexham says “National Skills Week continues to be a catalyst for those seeking careers as tradespeople. It’s no longer a matter of recruiting people of the right gender, it’s about recruiting people with the right skills and there are numerous success stories demonstrating women have those skills.”

Bridie Searle from Newcastle is one of those women. Before her traineeship, the NSW Trainee of the Year 2023, had never been on a ship. Today she manages million-dollar maritime projects with Thales Australia Limited in the Above Water Systems business. This was all achieved after securing a traineeship, where she began a Certificate IV in Project Management Practice.

Read more about Bridie's success through VET: https://www.industryupdate.com.au/article/national-skills-week-highlights-game-changing-benefits-vet



SkillsOne National Skills Week NSW Department of Education

28/08/2024

National Skills Week 2024 was incredible! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us!

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing events, stories, and amazing activations that took place before, during, and after the week.

Stay tune for more.



SkillsOne National Skills Week

28/08/2024

Check out this fantastic event that Bendigo Senior Secondary College ran during National Skills Week!

The college ran an Industry Engagement Breakfast— designed to link trade experts with students, a wonderful chance for our students to explore pathways and possibilities for life.

Students had the chance to speak with potential employers about job and apprenticeship opportunities.

This is a fantastic idea of an event you can run as a school! Will this be what you do to celebrate National Skills Week next year? Running from 25th August - 1st September 2025.

Read more about their event: https://ow.ly/cvb550T8bHq



SkillsOne National Skills Week Bendigo Senior Secondary College

28/08/2024

To celebrate National Skills Week, Year 10 and 11 Pacific Islander and Māori students from the Campbelltown region took part in a morning of career ‘speed dating’ to get inspired about post-school life.

An initiative of the Educational Pathways Program, which improves education and career outcomes for young people, the Pasifika Careers Day saw students network with Pacific Islander role models, who shared their experiences as firefighters, home loan executives, data and AI managers and school principals.

“I didn’t know that I could help the community in a role like this, but it was explained to me how I can work in accounting and make a difference.” states Eagle Vale High School student, Hope Ioapo.

Read more here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/news/latest-news/linking-culture-with-post-school-pathways



SkillsOne National Skills Week NSW Department of Education

Linking cultural connections has broadened career opportunities for Campbelltown’s Pasifika students. Duyen Nguyen reports.

28/08/2024

Komatsu Australia has launched a program which will help develop young talent and showcase the diverse range of opportunities available in the mining and construction sectors around the country.

The program targets school and university students and recent school leavers and will include initiatives like promoting STEM directly through schools, technical workshops and seminars tailored to students and educators, work experience and placements throughout Komatsu and partnering with educational organisations.

Zara Carey, Komatsu Australia’s General Manager for People Experience, says the program will help prepare the next generation of industry leaders with the skills they need for a future in heavy equipment or mining.

Read more about this fantastic program here: https://www.komatsu.com.au/company/news-media/news/youth-program



SkillsOne National Skills Week Komatsu Australia

28/08/2024

MEGT has partnered with Major Training and the ABIS Housing Community Co-Operative Society to offer 18 week, full-time traineeships to First Nations participants in Townsville through the Painting Futures II program.

Painting Futures II participants repaint Indigenous community housing across the Currajong, Rasmussen, Heatley, Thuringowa and Hyde Park areas.

Working alongside and learning from experienced First Nations mentors, they learn painting and decorating skills to help them towards a Certificate I in Construction qualification.

Read more about the traineeship: https://ow.ly/hoS050T89tJ



SkillsOne National Skills Week MEGT Australia

MEGT has partnered with Major Training and the ABIS Housing Community Co-Operative Society to offer 18 week, full-time traineeships to First Nations participants in Townsville through the Painting Futures II program. Painting Futures II - Townsville is a continuation of the successful Painting Futur...

28/08/2024

It's great to see the different facilities that students have access to in their studies.

TAFE Queensland have unveiled a hydrogen and renewable energy training facility, marking the progress in supporting emerging industries and providing them with a pipeline of skilled workers in the future.

“There’s never been a better time to take on a trade – it might just change your life,” General Manager for TAFE Queensland, Susan Kinobe states.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/Kbzh50T89rh



SkillsOne National Skills Week TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland opened its first ever Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Training Facility and Advanced Manufacturing Skills Lab.

28/08/2024

On Thursday last week, we held the Queensland Launch of National Skills Week!

It was a fantastic night, held at the Queensland Parliament in Brisbane. The Hon. Lance McCallum MP, Minister for Training and Skills Development and Minister for Employment and Small Business gave the keynote address, speaking on the importance of vocational education within Queensland.

Over 100 guests heard from Brian Wexham, CEO and Chair of National Skills Week, as well as a fantastic panel of industry leaders and VET Alumni.

Thankyou to everyone who attended the fantastic event and helped us to launch National Skills Week in Queensland.

Images taken by Lewis Facer.



SkillsOne National Skills Week

28/08/2024

A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS AND SUPPORTERS!

Your dedication has been crucial to the success of National Skills Week. From supporting our launches, hosting events, sharing success stories, and promoting vocational education and training across social media, you’ve created positive impacts every step of the way. We couldn’t have done it without you – you’re incredible!

See more about our partners: https://www.nationalskillsweek.com.au/our-sponsors/



SkillsOne National Skills Week

28/08/2024

Thank you for celebrating National Skills Week with us! 🎉

Across Australia, thousands of events, fantastic launches, and inspiring stories made this year truly special.

Stay tuned for a wrap-up of the week!



SkillsOne National Skills Week

27/08/2024

The Their Next Move Digital Showcase, provides information on VET, in a creative and engaging way to parents of High School Students.

Showcasing the value and alternative career pathways and opportunities offered through vocational education (VET) and skills training.

Part of the showcase, is a fantastic panel discussion between industry experts within vocational education.

Hear from Jenine Smith, President, Careers Advisors Association NSW & ACT, Luke Mangan OAM, Chef and Resaurateur and Graham Ross AM, Horticulturalist, Founder and Chair of the Australian Garden Council.

Watch the panel now:
https://ow.ly/bRnW50T6cyy


SkillsOne NSW Department of Education

Their Next Move has been created in conjunction with the New South Wales Department of Education. The aim of the program is to provide information to unders...

27/08/2024

"Australians looking to climb the career ladder should consider sharpening their soft skills with the number of jobs in soft-skill-intensive occupations expected to grow at 2.5 times the rate of jobs in other occupation." NETimes (22.08.24)

Melissa Perrin landed a role as a General Manager....and she credits the course for equipping her with the necessary skills and confidence needed to transition into a leadership role.

Read more of this fantastic story to see which VET courses led Melissa to the next step of her career.

https://ow.ly/rvJc50T77o0



SkillsOne National Skills Week

Moree's Melissa Perrin credits soft skills course for equipping her with the skills and confidence to transition into a leadership role.

26/08/2024

Are you a parent looking for more insight and information on vocation education for your child?

Episode four of the Their Next Move Digital Showcase is ready to view now, and contains a world of information regarding the Environment, Sustainability and Renewable Energy industry, as well as the Community Care, Aged Care and Child Care industries.

Created in conjunction with the NSW Department of Education, the showcase includes inspiring narratives from VET Alumni, educational content from industry leaders and career guidance.

Watch now! https://ow.ly/oW1L50T6ccB


SkillsOne NSW Department of Education

26/08/2024

National Skills Week may be over, but the world of vocational education continues to move.

Take a read of this media release: A fresh look at apprenticeship demand and support during National Skills Week 2024.

Focusing on how the public and private sector are more in-sync than ever to grow apprenticeships,

A great industry example is earthmoving machinery giant, Komatsu Australia’s Apprentice Development System. Komatsu has earned widespread recognition, including winning Gold for employing Australian Apprentices at the National Training Awards in 2023. The company’s recruitment focus aligns with several occupations on the Australian Apprenticeships Priority List, namely...

Read more here: https://ow.ly/ru8c50T6fTi



SkillsOne National Skills Week Komatsu

26/08/2024

TAFE NSW graduate Michael Rennie is living the dream – nabbing a coveted job with a professional AFL team as a strength and conditioning coach after completing his study with TAFE NSW.

“I never expected my career to progress into something like this. It was the opportunities provided, throughout the qualification, which made all the difference for me; I wouldn’t have had those opportunities unless the staff at the TAFE NSW had taken me under their wing and provided me with mentorship.”

It's fantastic to see the success stories of individuals through vocational education.

Read the rest of Michael's story: https://ow.ly/mIOb50T6fJW



SkillsOne National Skills Week TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Meadowbank

26/08/2024

National Skills Week has launched the Game Changer Webinar Series!

In this episode, Regional and Remote Careers, we hear from industry professionals, VET Alumni, listen to career stories and have hot questions answered.

We hear fantastic insight from Simon Nashed, Industry Engagement Officer at Brick & Block Careers.

To hear this webinar, and listen to advice from Simon head here: https://ow.ly/spLR50T6c7i




SkillsOne National Skills Week Brick and Block Careers

26/08/2024

"Creating individualised pathways for learning is imperative. Perhaps you are planning your first job, wanting to take up a hobby or are embarking on a career change. Not everyone is interested in going to university, and National Skills Week is a great opportunity to take stock and explore alternative learning pathways."

IMPACT Community Services Managing Director, Tanya O'Shea, discusses the importance of vocational education and skills training in her article STRONGER TOGETHER: Empowering Pathways to Success during National Skills Week.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/rbrq50T6cJ1



SkillsOne National Skills Week

"STRONGER TOGETHER" is a weekly column where Tanya explores key issues. This week Tanya discusses the importance of vocational education and skills training, highlighting its practical benefits, personal success stories, and the diverse pathways it offers for lifelong learning and career development...

26/08/2024

During National Skills Week, more than 60 Year 10 students from eight Illawarra high schools across three sectors explored career options in early childhood and aged care industries in a bid to help alleviate critical skills shortages.

“Initially, we started off with 20 students interested in childcare, and it’s grown to today having 62 students and we’ve included aged care as well" said Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) senior project officer Jenny Watts. “It’s all about preparing the students for the industry.”

Take a closer look at the fantastic work the schools did during National Skills Week: https://ow.ly/HwBB50T6cFC



SkillsOne National Skills Week

During National Skills Week, more than 60 Year 10 students from eight Illawarra high schools across three sectors explored career…