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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

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

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

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...