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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
E-NEWSLETTER
November-December 2019
Welcome to Ai Group’s Workforce Development E-Newsletter, filled with updates on what's happening in your sector and workplace development issues generally.
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Government programs to support your workforce development
We work with governments to design, manage or promote programs that support the skills needs of members. Consider the opportunities outlined here to support the development of your workforce as you move into 2020.
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Take on an intern to ensure better quality graduates: new research
For the first time, new machine learning techniques have enabled comparison of data that confirm earlier research indicating a link between students' work exposure and their value to employers as graduates.
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The BAE Systems Australia 2019 Apprentice of the year
Rhys Ferrari has been employed by Ai Group ATC and hosted by BAE Systems since 2016 as an Electronics Technician, developing into a great team player and mentor to many of the other apprentices at BAE.
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2019 Apprentice Employment Network Awards
Meet Reece Saliba, finalist in the 2019 Apprentice Employment Network Awards for Apprentice of the Year (Disability) NSW. The Ai Group ATC Engineering Mechanical apprentice is hosted to MAN Energy Solutions.
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Farewell to one of our best: the retiring Eric Milne
In It is with a heavy heart we say a farewell and happy retirement to one of our best – Eric Milne (Ai Group ATC Consultant NSW), whose genuine passion for the Apprenticeship system was always to the fore.
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Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – is it necessary?
Training a member of staff in mental health first aid can help ensure that there is someone in the workplace who can recognise the signs of mental health issues in employees when they first develop.
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Management capability higher in businesses active in innovation
A recent report issued by the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science indicates, unsurprisingly, that skills of management are a key driver in the performance of individual businesses.
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Are skills shortages the cloud's biggest cyber security threat?
Cloud adoption in Australia could soon hit a major speed-bump: skills shortages in cloud security. AustCyber predicts we'll need 18,000 more cyber security workers by 2026 – well beyond our current trajectory.
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Is your business 'training ready'?
As 2020 fast approaches, having your business's training schedule ready will ensure you can start the new year on the front foot with your training.
Ai Group Training Services RTO can assist you with a variety of accredited training programs, skills sets and funded Initiatives to assist your business with cost reductions, business enhancements and continuous improvement. We offer a range of programs in the areas of Business, Lean, WHS, Leadership and Flooring including:
- BSB30115 Certificate III in Business
- BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
- MSS40316 Certificate IV in Competitive Systems and Management
- MSM30818 Certificate III in Flooring Technology
- BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
All of these programs are conducted onsite at your premises and adapted to suit your business requirements.
For more information please see www.rto.aigroup.com.au, call 1300 134 756 or email RTO.Admin@aigroup.com.au |
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Training
Short courses
We have more than 100 public courses, seminars and webinars which can be customised and delivered at your workplace. Ai Group's programs are designed to keep managers and HR professionals up to date with topcical issues and legislation, and to effectively manage employee and industrial relations in today's complex and highly regulated workplaces.
Other programs designed for employees focus on enterprise bargaining, bullying, discrimination and harassment. Our programs can be delivered on site or via webinar or completed online.
Ai Group also offers a range of programs in safety and workers’ compensation, leadership and development, and management skills.
To enquire about potential training solutions to suit your organisation’s needs, contact 1300 55 66 77 or visit our website.
Accredited training
Ai Group Training Services is a registered RTO (3541) and has been offering a range of nationally accredited training programs since 1991.
Our programs are varied, conducted on the job and allow us to work across various industries, assisting companies with training solutions to improve business capability.
We offer many qualifications including Business and Administration, Leadership and Management, Competitive Systems and Practices (Lean), Engineering, Warehousing and Logistics, and Work Health and Safety.
For a full list of our courses or to make an enquiry, please contact 1300 134 756. |
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Talent Solutions
Ai Group Talent Solutions specialises in the recruitment of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) talent across a variety of professions and industries at every stage of the workforce journey. We help you recruit top STEM talent and provide support throughout all the stages of the recruitment process.
We offer exclusive member rates and a flexible approach to working with your organisation. We can assist to build your team and transform your workforce through services that include:
- Experienced STEM talent in areas such as engineering, data analysis, R&D, software development and technical production staff;
- STEM graduates and students;
- Higher Apprentices to prepare your business for Industry 4.0;
- Talent pipelining strategies to support tenders.
Reach us on 1300 436 088 or talent@aigroup.com.au.
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Apprentice and Trainee Centre
Our Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre was established in 1961 and has trained and or employed over 15,000 apprentices and trainees. We are focused on providing quality recruitment, mentoring and training assistance across a variety of industries.
With over 200 host organisations and 500 apprentices and trainees nationally, our Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre is at the forefront of skills development in Australia. We are an efficient alternative for the recruitment and management of today’s apprentices and trainees.
Being your Partner in Productivity will allow you to do what you do best – that is, managing your business. For further information please call 1300 761 944 or visit our website www.aigroupapprentices.com.au
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Education and Training Policy
We help you by developing policies that highlight education and training issues impacting on your competitiveness. By advocating change to relevant agencies, we help to improve the workforce skills that companies need. Our policy efforts on behalf of members involve making submissions on education and training issues to government. Our research and project work ensures that new models, programs and systems are trialled and implemented for industry.
Contact us to take action on your skills, education and training issues on (03) 9867 0202.
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Entrepreneurs' Programme
The Entrepreneurs’ Programme offers tailored advice and assistance to SME businesses to improve capability, productivity and competitiveness, using independent and skilled Business Advisers with private sector experience. Key offerings include:
- A FREE, confidential, holistic review of your business, which is conducted at your business premises, resulting in a detailed report and recommendations for improvements.
- Co-funded grants of up to $20,000 to engage independent expertise to assist you to implement the recommended improvements.
- Advice and co-funded grants of up to $50,000 to assist you with your research requirements and connect and collaborate with research organisations.
- Advice on solutions to your technology needs.
- Services to improve engagement and performance of businesses in supply chains.
To identify your nearest Ai Group Entrepreneurs' Programme Business Adviser or Facilitator see our website.
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