Understanding and resolving the skills shortage in the Australian printing industry
Authors:
Victor Callan
Publication date:
26 February 2007
Type:
Research report
Themes:
Industry and employers > Skill shortages > General
Industry and employers > General
Industry and employers > Specific industries > Manufacturing
Industry and employers > Specific occupations > Media, the arts and printing
ISBN:
978 1 921170 55 3 print; 978 1 921170 61 4 web
Skill shortages in the Australian printing industry are examined in this report. The nature of shortages is considered, as well as responses aimed at resolving shortages. First, at the industry level, strategic responses such as investment in technology and diversification are proposed. Responses at the workplace level focus on attracting employees and improving the capabilities of the existing workforce. Finally, training solutions are proposed. These include a focus on new training models involving cooperation between industry and training providers. In summary, this study reveals the complexity of issues that shape skill shortages and the need for any industry to seek a coordinated response that draws upon the efforts of employers as well as training providers.
PDF, 471 KB
Word, 343 KB
Order hard copy $34.65
