Jobs and Skills Australia’s Post

Having worked with the Jobs and Skills Australia team and seen the great work they’re capable of, it’s disappointing that this report hasn’t done more to tackle the long-standing issues in our food supply chain. The Government’s intent was to provide robust workforce data to support policy and business decisions, but unfortunately, this study hasn’t delivered on that promise. Instead, it largely revisits old problems without offering the fresh insights needed to drive meaningful change. While the report makes 41 recommendations, many of these simply reiterate those from the '2020 National Agricultural Workforce Strategy'. The call for a national approach to labour hire licensing, while valid, is something stakeholders have been advocating for years. Similarly, it could have said more about reducing the costs of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme, something critical to ensuring its viability for businesses and maximising its impact in the Pacific region. The recommendation for a targeted, capped visa pathway for short-term workforce needs in horticulture is useful but not groundbreaking. The real challenge now is ensuring the Australian Government follows through on the recommendations that employers support, rather than allowing this report to gather dust alongside others like it.

"The final report presents a series of recommendations addressing the following key themes: - Improve the relevance and delivery of tertiary education and training. - Invest in substantial veterinary and biosecurity workforce pathways. - Combat worker exploitation and ensure migration continues to support regional Australia. - Harness opportunities within the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme. - Improve labour hire practices, enforcement and information. - Support apprenticeships and traineeships for critical roles. - Facilitate better planning of the food supply chain workforce. - Address barriers in regional, rural and remote Australia." Very interesting themes that government can help address.

📑 Jobs and Skills Australia's capacity study looks at securing Australia’s food supply through workforce planning and needs across food manufacturing, food production, and transport and distribution. You can register for a webinar or read the report in the links below ⤵️ If your business wants to discuss your workforce needs and challenges, reach out to Employment Facilitator for the Goulburn Murray Faye D'Helin today

It was great to see research from one of our Tourism, Hospitality and Events — Western Sydney University academics, Dr Donna James, cited in this important government report that was launched today. At Western Sydney University, we are committed to delivering impactful research that shapes policy and practice, making a real difference in the tourism sector and beyond. We’re also passionate about research-led education and equipping our students to become future leaders in tourism. In the upcoming Autumn semester, Dr. Donna James is coordinating the subject TOUR3005 Tourism Policy and Planning. Dr James will use this report as a key example of the sector's breadth and the critical role of evidence-based policy-making. You can read the cited paper (which is about working holiday makers) here: https://lnkd.in/gzGNxmH7

📢Join the conversation on the future of Australia's food supply chain workforce. Jobs and Skills Australia’s Food Supply Chain capacity study discussion paper is now open for consultation. This is your chance to share insights and perspectives on challenges and opportunities in food production, manufacturing, and distribution. The aim is to support a workforce that sustains regional Australia, strengthens the economy, maintains food security, and overcomes challenges. Your feedback will shape recommendations for workforce planning, policy development, and program design. 📖Read more here: https://ow.ly/j8CF50Rt304 💠Submit your feedback here: https://ow.ly/BmQ550Rt2Zn ⏲️Submissions are open until May 16, 2024, 10:00 am (AEST). For questions or more information, contact foodsupplychain@jobsandskills.gov.au. #FoodSupplyChain #WorkforceDevelopment

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