Careers in T&L

The Victorian Department of Industry, Innovation and Regional Development with support from the Department of Education and Training has funded a project to promote careers in the T&L industry.  TDT Victoria conducted the project in collaboration with the Victoria T&L Industry Round Table.

In this time of very low unemployment and an ageing workforce, competition for young job seekers between industries is intensifying.  The imperative to recruit the best quality candidates possible is essential to the economic viability of Victorian Supply Chain.

The project comprised eight initiatives conducted in different regions.  Engaging Youth documents youth, community and industry perceptions about the industry, and ways to communicate information about the industry.  Four initiatives describe T&L related programs conducted with secondary schools, Licence to Work Ready addresses regional T&L recruitment and training issues.  Forecasting Labour Demand presents a model for accurate labour forecasting by regional employers.

The report, to be launched on October 16, 2006 is presented with findings and discussion of each initiative.  A T&L career information CD and a DVD illustrating a school based apprentice program accompany the report.

The Careers in T&L: Local Initiatives Report offers important insights into the triggers for making critical decisions; how best to communicate T&L career information to school leavers, and ways to link school based training directly to T&L careers and education.  The different T&L career and recruitment challenges in metropolitan and regional areas are also documented.

Further information is available from TDT Victoria, 03 9326 7211 or info@tdtvictoria.org.au; information about the Victoria T&L Industry Round Table is at http://www.supplychainvictoria.com.au.

You can download the report here:
Careers in TDL Report (size 2.04 MB)