Aligning workforce skills with technological advancements
The automotive sector is evolving with the rise of autonomous, electric, and hybrid vehicles, requiring technicians to acquire new skills. However, attracting talent, particularly women and underrepresented groups, remains a challenge.
Increasing workplace diversity and creating an inclusive environment can bring new perspectives and innovative solutions. This will help bridge the skills gaps and strengthen the industry's ability to attract more apprentices.
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Sources: ABS Detailed Labour Force Survey (Table EQ06), February 2024 | ABS Table Builder 2021 Census - employment, income and education
Apprenticeships and hands-on training are essential to developing workforce skills in the Automotive industry
The Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector is crucial to address the industry's demand for specialised skills, post-qualification. The Automotive industry needs to continue to invest in the vocational sector, the apprenticeship training model, and work-integrated learning. The suitability of qualified trainers and assessors with key technical skills and competence is crucial to passing workforce skills on to the next generation of workers.
Employers and learners expect training products to respond quickly to emerging technologies as consumer demand for these products continues to grow. Close engagement with employers is important to ensure that training programs become more relevant and effective.
