Across Australia there are countless examples of employers working tirelessly every day to build the skills and capabilities of their workforce.
This commitment to workforce development underpins business success and contributes to the skilled workforce Australia needs to deliver on national priorities.
As part of the inaugural Jobs and Skills Month, this webinar showcased the stories of employers recently recognised through State and National Training Awards for their commitment to skills and workforce development.
It explored the ways these companies build the skills and capabilities of their workforce, what an award-winning approach to workforce development looks like and how Australia's jobs and skills system is providing pathways to success for employers and individuals alike.
Presenters:
Jodie Hawkes, CEO, Bowhill Engineering, (Small Employer of the Year, 2025 Australian Training Awards)
Samantha Smith, HR Manager, The Drake Group, (Large Employer of the Year, 2026 Queensland Training Awards – Metropolitan region)
Steve Clark, General Manager, Mayfield Industries, (Finalist, Large Employer of the Year, 2026 South Australian Training Awards)
Jenny McFarlane, RTO Manager, Hastings Deering, (Small Training Provider of the Year, 2025 Queensland Training Awards)
Host:
Brett Hall, General Manager – Policy, Research & Projects, Australian Industry Group Centre for Education and Training
See what webinars we have planned in our Events Calendar.
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