About us: we are the national Industry Skills Council that is recognised
by the Australian Government and the manufacturing industry to ensure that the skills needs of enterprises are being met.
$1 billion in funding to improve energy efficiency for manufacturers
On 16 February 2012, Minister for Industry and Innovation, Greg Combet, announced the launch of the Clean Technology Investment Program. [More]
Manufacturing in Australia is at a critical point. Some sectors will manage to transition this time of economic restructuring, some won't.
Securing the right skills and effectively navigating today's global climate is paramount to success for manufacturing enterprises.
Download MSA's Environmental Scan 2012 Report now to hear what manufacturers have to say about our industry.
MSA's Environmental Scan document is developed annually to inform governments, Skills Australia and training organisations about workforce development priorities, policies and activity. Please email Carly if you would like to receive a hard copy.
MSA in conjunction with BoysTown, Melbourne East Group Training (MEGT) and TAFE South Western Sydney Institute has embarked on a project to prepare disengaged youth in the Campbelltown area for employment in the manufacturing and engineering industry. [More]
MSA Foundation Skills Strategic Framework
The MSA Foundation Skills Strategic Framework has been released to provide a focus on enhancing the foundation skills of the Manufacturing workforce. The framework will assist MSA to provide targeted support in priority areas within the Manufacturing Industry for skill development. [More]
MSA has NWDF funding available to support organisations impacted by the pressures of the resources sector, by the challenges of economic structural adjustment, or by other emerging workforce development needs. The funding is available for upskilling existing employees, or to provide opportunities for new workers. [More]
Accelerated Australian Apprenticeships
Applications are now open for the Accelerated Australian Apprenticeships Program and the Australian Apprenticeships
Mentoring Program. MSA can be of assistance for further information, please contact MSAs Workforce Development team on 02 9955 5500 or 1800 358 458. All details of the programs are available.
Accelerated Australian Apprenticeships Program
Australian Apprenticeships Mentoring Program
The Australian Government is making $30 million available over the next three years, so that 7500 mature age workers with trade relevant skills but no formal qualifications will have the opportunity to have their skills assessed and formally recognised. More Help for Mature Age Workers is aimed at workers aged 50 years and over and provides a focus on skilling up mature age workers to address both productivity and skills shortages.
DEEWR has announced that this package will invest $32 million over 4 years to enable tradespeople and professionals in key industries to develop the skills needed to deliver clean energy services, products and advice to Australian communities and businesses.
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