Brisbane resources industry supports 170,000 jobs in Queensland
The Brisbane economy received approximately $7.8 billion in the 2014-15 financial year from the state’s resources sector. The industry also supported almost 170,000 jobs in Queensland.
More jobs created in Queensland as confidence hits 3-year highs
The number of jobs in Queensland could be set to rise, after the state government revealed people are increasingly confident about the future.
BUSY At Work to provide career check-up for mature workers
The Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, Luke Hartsuyker today announced a new pilot program to help mature workers plan the next stage of their careers.
Training – a key part of Australia’s future
Regardless of your age, upskilling is a vital piece of your career puzzle. Whether this includes improving your skill sets in your chosen industry or deciding to switch to another, statistics released this month from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) highlight the scope of Australians committed to improving their career prospects.
Apprentices and trainees to benefit from Training Ombudsman bill
Queensland’s apprentices and trainees are set to receive a boost, as the state government introduces a new bill that is designed to strengthen the vocational education and training (VET) sector.
Launching your career with a butchery apprenticeship
While butchery is an industry that has strong historic ties to the Australian community, the sector is currently struggling through a major skill shortage.
How to select your apprenticeship references
If you don’t have a lot of industry experience or background to rely on, the people that you select as your references could make a real difference to your chance of gaining an apprenticeship.
Technical innovations set to change (not replace) jobs – report
There is a common misconception that advancing of technical innovations and robotics will have a negative impact on employment and apprenticeship opportunities. While they will certainly have an effect, a new report from recruitment firm Hays suggests it will change job descriptions rather than simply replace.
Bake your way to a successful career
For many centuries, the art of baking fresh bread and pastries has been at the cornerstone of society. This well-respected and traditional occupation is essential to the Australian community, but is currently under threat.
