Show overview
Manufacturing Skills Australia Podcast has published 2 episodes during 2024. That works out to roughly 2 hours of audio in total.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 41 min and 1h 12m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-AU-language Business show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.6 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by Leon.
From the publisher
Welcome to the Manufacturing Skills Australia Podcast, where we delve into the heart of the manufacturing industry and explore how education, innovation, and community support are shaping its future. In each episode, we will uncover the multifaceted ways in which Manufacturing Skills Australia is dedicated to enhancing the sector. Our mission is to empower individuals by providing opportunities for knowledge development through research, education, and training—all for the benefit of Australia’s manufacturing industry. We're committed to funding and encouraging industry-related study and research through scholarships, endowments, and donations. Join us as we discuss innovative research projects, share success stories of Australians who have benefitted from our support, and learn from leaders who are pioneering new advancements. Whether you’re a student, industry professional, or just curious about manufacturing, this podcast will provide valuable insights and inspire action.
Latest Episodes
S1 Ep 2MSA Podcast #2 Future-focused Research: Building Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce - Karen O’Reilly-Briggs
In this episode, Leon Drury discusses the “Future Focus: Recruiting Vocational Trainers for Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce” report, a comprehensive study commissioned by Manufacturing Skills Australia (MSA) and diligently prepared by K. L. O’Reilly-Briggs. This report is born out of our commitment to address the critical challenge of the vocational education and training (VET) teacher shortage, a concern that is pivotal to the sustainability of the manufacturing sector and the broader Australian industry.The study, conducted between July and December 2023, explores the complexities and nuances of attracting skilled manufacturing workers to the VET teaching profession. It delves into the current state of the VET sector, underscoring the urgent need for a robust pipeline of vocational trainers to ensure the continued excellence and relevance of our manufacturing workforce.Our research has identified key barriers and enablers influencing the transition of industry professionals into vocational education roles. The findings reveal significant insights, shedding light on the aspirations and hesitations of potential vocational trainers. Armed with this knowledge, we are now better positioned to contribute to the development of targeted strategies that will not only assist in attracting but also retaining top-tier talent within the VET sector.The recommendations outlined in this report provide a strategic roadmap for MSA, industry stakeholders, and policy-makers. They are designed to foster a conducive environment that encourages industry experts to embark on fulfilling careers in vocational training, thereby securing the future of our manufacturing industry. to read the full report, go to the MSA website: https://www.mskills.org.au/research/
S1 Ep 1MSA Podcast #1 with Ian and Richard MEM Training Package
Welcome to MSA's first podcast. The host, Leon Drury, is the executive officer of Manufacturing Skills Australia and interviews two key figures that have played a significant role in the history of the manufacturing and engineering training package. These people are Ian Curry, recently retired National Coordinator, Skills Training and Apprenticeships Policy for the AMWU, and Richard Jenkins, Training Consultant, Richard Jenkins and Associates.In this podcast, we explore the history of the MEM training package and its application in industry, some of the challenges that are faced by industry in getting the skills that are needed, and identify strategies that could potentially help industry with workforce development and job redesign to address current labour shortages.if you want to explore some of the materials that were referred to in this podcast, please see the following links:MEM Training Package: https://bit.ly/3UtT0OmEssential Features Guide: https://bit.ly/447sNZjCompetency standards Implementation Guide: https://bit.ly/3Qj5upxAMWU: https://bit.ly/3Ut8TVaAiGroup: https://bit.ly/3Qe4anLMSA: https://bit.ly/4dbR04SAMWU Opinion Piece - Skills Reform Part 1.pdf: bit.ly/4a2fzhSAMWU Opinion Piece - Skills Reform Part 2.pdf: https://bit.ly/3Wiy5iMAMWU Occupational Profiles: https://bit.ly/3UC7JqLCreating Informed and Demanding Consumers of Vocational Education and Training