PAP165: Shaping Tomorrow: Dr. Gavin Lind on Workforce Skills in the Automotive industry

05/08/2024 26 min
PAP165: Shaping Tomorrow: Dr. Gavin Lind on Workforce Skills in the Automotive industry

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Shaping Tomorrow: Dr. Gavin Lind on Workforce Skills in the Automotive industry In this episode, Ben is joined by Gavin, the CEO of the Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance, to discuss the evolution and future of skills development in the mining and automotive industries.  Gavin shares his extensive background in mining engineering and policy and explains the strategic thinking behind the combination of mining and automotive sectors under one alliance.  The conversation covers the transition from PWC to the current Jobs and Skills Councils, industry innovations such as driverless technologies and electric vehicles, and the upcoming plans and challenges in workforce training and development.  Key points include the importance of industry-informed training, the need for modular and adaptable skill sets, and the integration of new technologies into training programs. The episode also highlights the underrepresentation of women in these industries and explores strategies to engage future generations. In this episode; Gavin's Background and Career Journey Formation and Role of the Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance Strategic Thinking Behind Combining Mining and Automotive Innovations and Developments in Automotive Training Challenges and Future Directions in Skills Development Industry Engagement and Consultation Processes Addressing Skill Shortages and Gender Representation Useful Links Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance (AUSMASA) https://ausmasa.org.au/ Dr Gavin Lind on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-lind