Explore careers in Queensland’s manufacturing industry

Building the awareness of the diverse and dynamic manufacturing industry is critical to supporting manufacturers. Manufacturing Skills Queensland is proud to introduce Manufacturing Matters, a comprehensive digital resource designed to showcase the diverse and exciting world of manufacturing careers in Queensland. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between education and industry, providing valuable information for young people, parents/guardians, job seekers, and educators.

Manufacturing Matters - a comprehensive digital resource showcasing the diverse and exciting world of manufacturing careers in Queensland

About Manufacturing Matters

Manufacturing Matters offers a wealth of information and tools to explore the world of manufacturing. This innovative platform showcases almost 200 exciting career opportunities within the industry, providing detailed insights into various pathways to enter the field, including direct entry, vocational education and training (VET), and higher education options.

Designed to cater to a diverse audience, the resource offers tailored information for young people considering their career options, parents and guardians supporting their children’s choices, and job seekers looking to transition into manufacturing. Additionally, Manufacturing Matters includes a rich repository of high-quality educational resources specifically developed for Queensland educators, enabling them to enhance their teaching of manufacturing-related subjects and better prepare students for future careers in this vital sector.

Explore more than 190 manufacturing career opportunities
Learn about entry pathways into the manufacturing industry
Discover educational resources specifically developed for educators
Enhance your understanding of the manufacturing industry

Why this program matters

Recent industry consultations and research have highlighted several key issues:

Industry perspectives

  • There’s a need for better promotion of the manufacturing industry and its career paths
  • A gap exists between education and industry awareness
  • Students are often unaware of the variety of roles available in manufacturing
  • Educators need support to understand modern manufacturing technologies and the breadth of careers

 

Student and job seeker insights

  • Many young people show limited interest in manufacturing careers
  • Common misconceptions exist about the industry’s stability and growth potential
  • There’s a lack of information about manufacturing’s economic impact and career opportunities.

 

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What users will discover

  • The role of manufacturing in our modern economy
  • The breadth of the industry and diversity of roles available
  • Different entry points and career paths within the manufacturing
  • How academic subjects apply to real-world manufacturing processes
  • Skills and qualifications needed for different manufacturing roles
  • Current technologies and innovations in the industry

How the site is structured

Our comprehensive digital platform will include:

  • Career profiles: Detailed information on almost 200 manufacturing careers
  • Pathway guides: Clear explanations on direct entry, vocational education and training and university
  • Multimedia content: Engaging videos and interactive materials to enhance teaching and learning
  • Educational resources: Tailored materials for teachers to incorporate into their delivery
  • Information pages: Dedicated sections for young people, parents/guardians, and job seekers.

When will Manufacturing Matters be available?

This exciting digital resource is expected to be ready for use in early 2025.

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