Tag: apprenticeships

The automotive sector is driving a boost in the number of young Australians pursuing refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) as their career of first choice, reflected in the latest licensing data released by the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC). Over the past five years, both Refrigerant Handling Licences (RHLs) and Refrigerant Trading Authorisations (RTAs) have experienced significant … Continue reading More young Australians choosing cool careers

In response to mounting pressure, the Australian Government has broadened the requirements to make it easier for apprentice mechanics to work on electric vehicles (EVs), along with offering an incentive to attract them – a move welcomed by the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA), the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA), and the Australian Automotive … Continue reading Industry welcomes New Energy Apprenticeships payment broadening for EV technicians

On May 14, Australian federal treasurer Jim Chalmers unveiled the 2024-25 Federal Budget, introducing a variety of new spending initiatives in line with the principles from the previous year’s Infrastructure Policy Statement, where the government prioritised investments to enhance productivity, improve liveability and promote sustainability.  These measures aim to address and support industry demand while … Continue reading Federal budget presents skills opportunities

VASA member TAFE Queensland is now offering the Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology apprenticeship, making Queensland the second state in Australia to provide apprenticeships focused on electrified vehicles. Emphasising the significance of equipping the automotive workforce with essential skills to meet increasing demand for EV maintenance and repair, TAFE Queensland CEO John Tucker … Continue reading Queensland TAFE’s EV training and apprenticeships off to a flying start