CSQ lays foundations for ‘better built’ construction industry

 

 

CONSTRUCTION Skills Queensland (CSQ), the state’s industry leader for construction training, is changing its engagement model with industry to build what it calls a “cutting edge workforce for the next era in the state’s construction activity”.  

 

The transition will be overseen by new CSQ chairperson, Graham Carpenter, one of the state’s most respected chairmen and a former Assistant Under Treasurer during the Goss and Borbidge Governments.

 

Several new appointments have also been made, with Paul Hobson, Carla Crawford, Susan Armstrong, Rohan Anderson, Jo Mason-Smith, Erik Salonen and Wayne Forrester joining Brett Schimming and Geoff Clare on the CSQ executive leadership team.

 

Digital engagement will be at the forefront of the organisation’s new direction, with a number of new communications channels to be introduced to help make CSQ more accessible to Queensland’s construction industry.

 

CSQ has also implemented a social media strategy which will keep workers up to date with the latest news and developments in the industry and help facilitate peer discussion about careers and training.

 

CSQ CEO Brett Schimming said the initiatives would help the construction industry adapt to a changing world.

 

“If Queensland is to continue to attract investment in major projects, we need to build a workforce with world class capability,” Mr Schimming said.

 

“This can only be achieved if workers have access to the funding and support they need to undertake the latest training to develop their skills.

 

“There are more than 230,000 construction workers across Queensland, with a high percentage of workers located in regional and remote areas.

 

“Reaching these workers creates significant challenges and requires us to embrace new technologies which allow us to have two-way conversations in real time,” he said.

 

Mr Schimming said it was easier than ever before to access CSQ’s range of programs and services.

 

“CSQ is here to support the Queensland construction industry, from school based apprentices to employers and more.

 

CSQ assists career seekers to get a start in the industry by providing career information, entry level programs and on-the-job work placement opportunities.

 

For existing workers they provide funding to help with undertaking higher level skills programs, short courses and skills assessment and gap training.

 

CSQ also provides guidance for employers looking to plan and develop their workforce and keep pace with the changes in the industry. 

 

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