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Queensland is on the hunt for skilled engineers to help fill available jobs and build a strong diverse workforce.Minister for Multicultural Affairs Leanne Linard today launched a new guide for employers to help address critical skill shortages in the states engineering sector driven by significant investment in infrastructure and changing workforce demographics.Attracting and Retaining Engineers from Migrant Backgrounds A Guide for Employers was developed in partnership by the Queensland Government Engineers Australia and Consult Australia.Queensland is already experiencing one of its tightest labour markets with the situation set to persist due to predicted economic growth and demand for skilled employees.Quotes attributable to Minister for Multicultural Affairs Leanne LinardEngineering like many professions continues to face significant nationwide labour and skills shortages Ms Linard said.We know there are many highly skilled Queenslanders from culturally and diverse backgrounds who for a range of reasons are not currently working in their field.This guide is focused on supporting employers to attract and importantly retain and support engineers from migrant backgrounds living in Queensland or those who are willing to move interstate to help fill these gaps.We want to break down barriers by providing practical tips advice and information for employers so they can better access the incredible pool of skills and knowledge available right here in Queensland.Quotes attributable to Minister for Employment and Small Business and Minister for Training and Skills Development Di FarmerOur Good people. Good jobs Queensland Workforce Strategy 2022-2032 aims to connect Queenslanders with the work they want and support employers to grow a more diverse workforce that can meet current and future workforce demands Minister Farmer said.Queenslanders from migrant and refugee backgrounds with engineering qualifications and skills can make significant contributions to businesses and can be part of the solution to workforce shortages currently being faced across the sector. It is critical we access all talent pools to meet industry workforce needs and Im excited that through this partnership we will see people with the right skills in the right job which is at the heart of any thriving Queensland industry.We know that jobs change lives and this partnership is not only supporting the states workforce and economy its supporting our migrant communities to find meaningful work and a bright future here in Queensland.
