The South and Central Queensland Regional Forestry Hub has engaged ForestWorks to conduct a regional study to assess the current and future skills and training requirements of the forestry and wood products industry.
Specifically, this study identifies workforce gaps, skill needs and training opportunities for future success in the industry, as well as challenges in attracting and recruiting workers.
This information is intended to support the south and central Queensland forestry industry with its current and future goals and support the growth of a trained and safe workforce through the implementation of appropriate strategies in partnership with training organisations.
The project will also examine the operating model and benefits of establishing a training and career hub for the forest and timber industry in south and central Queensland.
Research to date has drawn on consultation with relevant industry stakeholders, as well as desktop research. The result will be a report providing recommendations, which can be used by the South and Central Queensland Regional Forestry Hub and government to guide their decision making.
The project commenced in October 2022 and is due to be completed in March 2023.