In an effort to further reduce Queensland’s unemployed demographic, the state government has announced a plan to create more than 8,000 jobs through its Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.
The University of Queensland (UQ) relies on apprentices to learn their trades while keeping its world-class research equipment in peak condition. From there, entry-level recruits become ready and able to step into permanent jobs in Queensland and in a near-countless number of industries, helping to support communities and the wider economy.
Virgin Australia’s founder Richard Branson has visited Brisbane this week to unveil new upgrades to the capital city’s airport facilities. A number of terminals have had a significant facelift, and the company has invested in creating more comfortable and accommodating gate facilities, seven new jet bridges and 16 retailers.
The Queensland government is investing in bringing the state’s health system into the modern age, and creating ample opportunities for apprenticeships and traineeships in the process.
In the grand scheme of boosting jobs in Queensland, the economy is quite clearly the driver for growth. It’s pleasing to report, then, that the Sunshine State’s economic prospects have been particularly strong as of late, and the future is looking even brighter, according to Deloitte.
In the digital era, many would believe that printing services have died. However, from large-scale physical advertising to mail house printing, there’s ample support for an argument that the sector has simply refocused.
The Queensland government has announced a round of funding to bring the state’s oldest renewable energy facilities up to scratch. While authorities and organisations focus on funding new buildings and equipment to create new job opportunities in Queensland, the ongoing maintenance of these facilities is providing a good opportunity for apprentices and trainees to learn on the job.
Growth in south-east Queensland’s construction sector may cause the state’s jobseekers to move to Brisbane and the surrounding areas.
The Toowoomba Second Range Crossing looks set to go ahead after the Nexus consortium signed contracts confirming it will deliver the landmark project.
The state government has announced that the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will provide significant employment opportunities in Queensland, with jobs available across a variety of sectors.
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