Manufacturing Skills Queensland

16/10/2026

A group of students from Nanango State High School recently got the chance to step inside the manufacturing industry and explore the wide array of career opportunities available after taking part in an industry tour day hosted by Manufacturing Skills Queensland.

Showcasing the breadth of sectors that make up Queensland’s manufacturing industry, students spent the day touring Volvo Trucks Australia, The Drake Group and PWR Advanced Cooling Technology, walking through their facilities to witness manufacturing in action and hearing from industry leaders about the roles, skills and processes that make up day-to-day operations.

We are pleased to be able to deliver industry tours to Gateway to Industry Schools across Queensland and facilitate opportunities for school students to connect with outstanding local manufacturers driving the industry forward to broaden their understanding of potential career pathways.

13/10/2026

Last week, Manufacturing Skills Queensland hosted a cohort of international students based in Queensland for the Study Queensland Manufacturing Industry Discovery tour at the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence.

Showcasing the breadth of diverse opportunities and occupations available across the Queensland manufacturing industry, the tour was an opportunity for the students to build relationships with local employers and industry representatives, witness manufacturing in action through a site tour of the facility and get a hands-on look at the current and future skills and roles shaping industry through VR experiences. MSQ's Industry Engagement Manager, Su Kulk also delivered a presentation on the innovative, exciting career pathways available with forward-thinking manufacturers helping to build Queensland.

A big thank you to Study Queensland and all employers who came along and participated in engaging conversations with the students.

02/10/2026

Have you had your say on the future of Queensland’s horticulture sector yet? 🌾

We are inviting all Queensland businesses that manufacture, supply, or provide services to the horticulture to take part in the Queensland Horticulture Supply Chain Mapping: Business Capability Survey.

This survey will help map the businesses, products, services, and specialist capabilities to support the future of the sector.

Survey closing soon. Don’t miss your chance to have your say 👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=eHp4pGP7U0OBY7IzwHmEOWulQKLUIu1NoES6mcQCJOdUQVlWU1E0RkpZUEFNVklQQ1BGMllVUEZHVyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

Delivered by Industry Capability Network and Queensland Manufacturing Institute (QMI), with support from the Queensland Government and Queensland Farmers'​ Federation.

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30/09/2026

Attention future tradeswomen – applications are open for Round 5 of Manufacturing Skills Queensland’s Women in Trades Mentoring Program.

Don’t miss this chance to be empowered and supported.

What’s in it for you?
✅ Personalised mentorship from industry mentors from Queensland Manufacturing
✅ Boosted confidence and skills
✅ Access to exclusive workshops and events
✅ Opportunities to grow your professional network

Learn more and register today: https://go.msq.org.au/witm

Applications close Friday 9 October 2026.

The Women in Trades Mentoring Program is funded by the Queensland Government.

24/09/2026

Does your business meet its obligations when it comes to its s*xual harassment prevention plan

Since 1 March 2025, Queensland persons conducting a business or undertaking, including employers, must prepare and implement a written prevention plan where a risk of s*xual harassment or s*x or gender-based harassment has been identified

Join us for our upcoming practical workshops designed specifically for Queensland manufacturers to get support and build a safer, more respectful workplace.

Learn how to:
🔸Identify workplace-specific risks
🔸Develop practical prevention and control measures
🔸Consult with workers effectively
🔸Strengthen your existing policies and procedures
🔸Build a prevention plan that works in the real world

Don’t just have a policy. Have a plan
📅 7 October | 📍The Glen Hotel, Eight Mile Plains
📅 14 October | 📍Kedron-Wavell, Chermside
📅 28 October | 📍Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, Maryborough

Register today 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/s*xual-harassment-prevention-plan-workshop-4872600/

23/09/2026

Meet Sarah McRoberts, Manufacturing Skills Queensland's Industry Engagement Manager, Schools. On a mission to inspire Queensland's next generation to discover the exciting careers available in today's manufacturing industry, Sarah works to connects students and educators with industry partners to build relationships and create work experience, pathways and opportunities. 👩‍🏫

Responsible for the Manufacturing and Engineering Gateway to Industry Schools program, Sarah is kept busy organising everything from delivering VR workshops, site visits, and building kits to students, to educating parents and teachers on the full scope of pathways and careers available in manufacturing, to building relationships with industry partners to forge new opportunities.

Read more 👉 https://msq.org.au/news/meet-our-industry-engagement-manager-schools-sarah-mcroberts/

The Gateway to Industry Schools program is proudly supported by the Queensland Government.

14/09/2026

📣 Round 5 of the Women in Trades Mentoring Program is here and we are calling on all females in the manufacturing industry to get involved! 👩‍🏭

This program is your opportunity to connect with women from across the manufacturing industry to guide, grow, lead, and meet like-minded individuals.
🔧 Apprentices & Trainees - Looking for guidance? Get matched with experienced mentors who’ve walked your path and are ready to help you thrive.
🛠️ Experienced Women in Manufacturing - Ready to give back? Share your knowledge, empower the next generation, and help shape the future of trades.

Applications for the program are now open and close Friday 9 October 2026

Apply now 👉 https://go.msq.org.au/witm

Attend an upcoming online information session to learn more about the program and how you can get involved:
• 17 September
• 23 September
• 1 October
Register 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/women-in-trades-mentoring-program-information-sess-4870279/

Proudly funded by the Queensland Government.

03/09/2026

Earlier this week we were pleased to welcome manufacturing leaders, professionals, training providers, and other industry stakeholders at the Centre of Excellence for an evening of connection and networking to celebrate Queensland Manufacturing Month!

Across the state, manufacturers work tirelessly around the clock to build the products we need every day and keep the state moving, and it was inspiring to have so many leaders in one place to celebrate the essential role this industry plays.

A special thank you to Downer Group for partnering with us to host the event, and to everyone who took the time to attend and contribute to such a great evening.

27/08/2026

To celebrate Queensland Manufacturing Month, we are hosting a Manufacturing Industry Networking Event in collaboration with Downer Group on Tuesday 1 September at the Centre of Excellence in Maryborough.

We are inviting manufacturing professionals, training providers, and all other industry stakeholders to come together to connect, discuss industry insights, and build valuable relationships within our thriving sector.

This is your opportunity to:
🔷meet like-minded people from the local industry
🔷 explore industry trends
🔷 see what's happening at the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence facilities

📅4.30pm - 6.30pm, Tuesday 1 September
📍Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, 73 Nagel St, Oakhurst

Secure your place 👉https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/manufacturing-month-networking-event-tickets-1997802948398?aff=oddtdtcreator

21/08/2026

Thirty-two meat processing professionals across Queensland have commenced an industry-leading training program designed to address a critical shortage of qualified supervisors and managers in the state's meat processing sector.

The program, funded by Manufacturing Skills Queensland and delivered by FS Alliance RTO 30814, is designed to deliver critical skills and competencies related to overseeing food safety programs, monitoring workplace health and safety processes, and leadership, equipping participants with the skills necessary to transition into management roles.

Read more → https://msq.org.au/news/meat-processing-workers-begin-leadership-training-to-address-critical-skills-shortage/

Twenty meat processing professionals have commenced an industry-leading training program designed to address critical shortages of qualified supervisors and managers.