What we do

Manufacturing Skills Queensland offers a range of programs designed to future-proof the manufacturing industry in Queensland. Recognising the rapid changes and emerging trends in the manufacturing industry brought by technological advancements and global competition, MSQ is committed to providing relevant training, enhancing skills, and fostering workforce development. Programs are designed to support small, medium and large businesses, leaders in industry and individuals.

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Our Programs

Our programs aim to build the skills and capability of the manufacturing workforce, while attracting and supporting sustainability and inclusivity.

Building resilience training

Resilience provides a foundation for good mental health and wellbeing, helping you navigate through the challenges of fast paced and ever-changing work environments. Access courses for leaders and employees in manufacturing to master mental toughness and thrive in the face of change.

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Careers in manufacturing short course

General awareness and understanding is an important first step in choosing a career. This program focuses on providing year 10 students with greater understanding of the industry and the job types available. This program will create a foundation to transition into the Pathways to a Trade program.

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Industry Skills Advisory Program

Manufacturing Industry Skills Advisors program (ISA) will engage with employers, small businesses and other industry stakeholders to provide high quality, evidence-based industry advice and intelligence about current and emerging industry direction, regional skills needs and training solutions, jobs growth and employment opportunities.

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Industry Workforce Advisor Program

Manufacturing Industry Workforce Advisors program (IWA) will give you the right workforce planning advice, solutions and connections for your business to grow a diverse and inclusive workforce ready for a thriving future in manufacturing.

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Leadership excellence series

In the complex and dynamic manufacturing environment, effective leaders are essential to guide teams, make strategic decisions, and adapt to evolving industry trends. Become a leader that inspires a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, increasing productivity and a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.

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Manufacturing Matters

Building the awareness of the diverse and dynamic manufacturing industry is critical to supporting manufacturers. We will invest in a suite of digital tools to profile the variety of job roles and career pathways in the manufacturing industry. We need to develop an always-on approach to telling Queensland that ‘manufacturing matters’.

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Mental health awareness training

Our mental health awareness courses are designed to support the manufacturing industry by equipping leaders and employees with essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to navigate mental health challenges in the workplace.

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Women in Trades Manufacturing Toolkit

The toolkit is a digital e-learning resource developed by MSQ to support and empower women beginning their careers in the manufacturing industry by addressing the unique challenges they face in male-dominated trades and provides resources to foster professional development and workplace resilience.

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Women in Trades Mentoring program

The Women in Trades Mentoring Program aims to provide exceptional support to female apprentices in their first or second year of their manufacturing apprenticeship.

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What are the benefits of our programs?

Designed based on advice from employers, peaks, training organisations, unions and other stakeholders
Improve leadership capability of manufacturers
Training solutions for in-demand skills
Building diversity in manufacturing to create a resilient, future-proofed industry

How we design programs

Manufacturing Skills Queensland’s team of highly skilled professionals actively engages with industry stakeholders to capture crucial insights and data, forming the foundation for the development of the annual training plan and other essential programs and services. By leveraging these insights, we can effectively identify key skills requirements within the manufacturing industry, address critical workforce challenges, and align training programs with the evolving needs of manufacturers. This evidence-based approach ensures that the initiatives and support provided by Manufacturing Skills Queensland will have the greatest impact.

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