The Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance is delighted to announce that it has been established to be the Jobs and Skills Council for the manufacturing industry! Follow the Manufacturing Alliance on Twitter:@manu_alliance Read more: https://t.co/ey2kCnOsQ0 #ManufacturingAlliance

Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow for an exciting manufacturing industry announcement! Be the first to receive the announcement and other relevant news and updates by subscribing to our newsletter here:  https://t.co/rxcmwPg3hj

Today, @The_AiGroup held a webinar on Jobs and Skills Councils (JSCs) building the right workforce for Australia. Sharon Robertson, CEO IBSA, emphasised how the JSC model focuses on workforce and job roles and can be ‘system neutral’ in identifying how skills can be attained.

On Thursday 8 June 2023, IBSA CEO, Sharon Robertson, will be a panel member on a webinar hosted by @AiGroup_CET titled “How will Jobs and Skills Councils build the right workforce for Australia?”. Read more here:

MRO Australasia was last week! This two-day conference covers maintenance, repair and overhaul for all aircraft, business, general and regional aviation. IBSA Group attended the event to learn about the crucial issues that impact the MRO business. #MROAustralasia #Aviation

This week, @TafeDirectors Australia introduced the Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance, who are currently establishing the Australian Government Jobs and Skills Council (JSC) for the mining and automotive industries. Read the full article here: https://t.co/pFuIr2X0bB #AUSMASA

It's National Careers Week Australia! This week aims to celebrate careers, career development practitioners and services. Find out more info and access on demand webinars here: https://t.co/zE7huV0H1x #ncwau23 @careersweekau

Join us at Australian Manufacturing Week as we celebrate the industry and explore the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. See the latest innovations in manufacturing at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre on the 9-12 of May! Register here: https://t.co/gUSA9bIz0h #AMW2023

Happy National Space Day! This day was founded by Lockheed Martin in 1997 as a day to promote space and the fields of STEM among the youth. The Australian Space Summit is the perfect opportunity to learn about the future of Australia's space industry! https://t.co/4AL67MFilm

Last week, @AVETRA1 held its 25th Annual Conference. The Federal Minister for Skills and Training, Hon. @BOConnorMP, gave the opening address, highlighting the importance of research for a thriving skills and training system. Read the full speech here:

Nominations are now open for the 2023 WA Training Awards! These awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of VET. Nominations close 5pm 28 April. #WATA2023

Last week, IBSA attended a forum hosted by Department of Employment, Small Business and Training. Mark was joined by AUSMESA, @IndSkillsAus, @Skills_Impact amongst others to discuss the direction of the Jobs and Skills Councils and how to approach the training package framework.

On the 6 March 2023, @JobsandSkillsAU (JSA) hosted a webinar featuring Professor @PeterDawkinsAO, David Turvey, Rayeed Rahman, and Jo Reeve. Watch the full session here:

Nominations are now open for the 2023 Australian Training Awards! These awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of VET. Nominations close on May 31.

Nominations are now open for the 2023 @VicTrainAwards! These awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of VET. Nominations close on May 12.

Exciting to see the #AUKUS agreement will be a catalyst for jobs, for innovation, and research across Australia! #australianmanufacturing #manufacturingindustry #defenceindustry

Employers across the nation are being contacted to find out how effective the #VET system is at meeting their needs. The Survey of Employers’ Use and Views is run every two years and speaks to around 6000 employers. Click here for more information: https://t.co/MH027AmyuH

This week, TAFE Directors Australia introduced the fourth Jobs and Skills Council. HumanAbility will provide advice and leadership in Early Childhood Education and Care, Health, Human Services and Sport and Recreation. https://t.co/VUcxjGzVJd #JobsandSkillsAus #SkillsForTheFuture

Applications are still open for the Manufacturing Growth Program! The grant supports small and medium-sized manufacturers to introduce new technologies, improve productivity, create new jobs, and upskill and reskill workers. Up to $250,000 is available.

Mark Shaddock joined Patrick Kidd (@DigtSkillsOrg) and Wayne Jones (@Skills_Impact) as a panellist for a webinar hosted by AATIS to discuss the roles of the newly appointed Jobs and Skills Councils. Watch the full session here: