The Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions has signed an agreement with the Naval Shipbuilding College (NSC), committing to greater collaboration and advocacy to support the State’s skilled workers, naval shipbuilding industry and the broader economy.
The Department said the agreement would help prepare Victoria’s maritime supply chain workforce for upcoming major projects.
“Victoria has a long history of capability and excellence in the maritime defence industry. ANZAC-class frigates, Air Warfare Destroyers and the Canberra Class Amphibious Assault Ship (also known as the Landing Helicopter Dock) have all been made in Victoria, demonstrating our significant naval shipbuilding expertise,” the Department said.
“The shipbuilding and manufacturing sector will continue to be a significant employer in the future as major naval shipbuilding projects commence through the National Naval Shipbuilding Enterprise and international partnerships,” it said.
“This collaboration between the NSC and the Victorian Government will help prepare Victoria’s maritime supply chain workforce for these major projects.”
The Department said the new partnership would mainly be implemented through the NSC, a Commonwealth Government initiative which worked closely with educational institutions in Victoria including RMIT University and Chisholm TAFE.
It said the partnership had the reach to understand the needs of the sector and strategically target the areas that required the most focus, spanning education and training; skills development; job creation; and industry demand.
“The Department of Education and Training will deliver key elements related to skills and workforce development,” it said.
