Call for Submissions
2015 Transport and Logistics Environmental Scan (E-Scan)
TLISC produces the E-Scan annually to report on skills and workforce needs of the Transport and Logistics Industry. A skilled and adaptable workforce is vital to the Transport and Logistics Industry continuing to underpin Australia’s economic activity and productivity.
The E-Scan provides a comprehensive snapshot of the industry’s challenges and opportunities in the coming year.
Challenges which could be relevant to your business include:
changes and developments in supply chains growth in online shopping. an ageing workforce demographic or regional factors in attracting new entrants . new systems of work based on changing technology the impact of broader shifts in the economy
The E-Scan is developed over a short but intense period to capture views and evidence across the industry in real time. TLISC uses this intelligence to inform industry and policy makers about industry priorities, skill shortages and Vocational Education and Training (VET) outcomes and practices across all Transport and Logistics sectors.
We invite your input into the development of the 2015 E-Scan. There are a number of ways to have your say. Have your say
You can provide input into the 2015 E-Scan in a number of ways:
1. Use the attached template in part or full and , save it as a Word document and email it to [email protected] 2. Send us key documents or reports for consideration 3. Send us an email with your input related to skills and workforce development and the national training system to [email protected]
The 2014 E-Scan can be viewed here http://tlisc.org.au/industry-intelligence/environmental-scan/.
Submissions are due no later than Friday 22 October 2014
If you have any questions, please contact Marianne Wehby, Industry Intelligence and Engagement Manager, on 0408 429 536 or at [email protected].
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 03 9604 7200 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 1 of 7 Submission information
Sector(s) that you represent:
Road Transport
Logistics & Warehousing
Aviation
Maritime & Ports
Rail
Organisation: Contact name: Phone: Email: Main role of Organisation
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 02 6163 7227 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 2 of 7 Please consider the following questions in your submission. You do not need to address all of them if you do not see them as relevant to your business..
1. What are the key issues (existing or emerging) affecting skills and workforce development in your sector? What is driving these issues?
E.g.: increased use of technology, high staff turnover, high cost of training, difficulty attracting new workers, ageing workforce, lack of leadership skills, administrative burden etc.
2. What are the main growth areas in your sector? What challenges or threats does this pose to your sector, particularly in terms of skill needs?
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 02 6163 7227 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 3 of 7 3. Where are the skills shortages within your sector and what are the main causes behind them?
Skills shortages exist where employers are unable to fill, or have considerable difficulty filling vacancies for an occupation, or significant specialised skill needs within that occupation, at current levels of remuneration and conditions of employment, and in reasonably accessible locations.
4. What do you think could be done to promote the Transport and Logistics Industry as an attractive, valued and rewarding career choice?
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 02 6163 7227 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 4 of 7 5. What do you think would strengthen you demand for (and investment in) skills development programs delivered through the VET system?
6. How have nationally recognised qualifications delivered through the VET system supported your business in meeting skills demands?
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 02 6163 7227 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 5 of 7 7. Do you have any examples of programs that have proven successful in your sector? (privately or government-funded).
What barriers or challenges were there while implementing or accessing these programs? If applicable, please provide a link to any information
8. Are language, literacy and numeracy (LL&N) levels of the current workforce a barrier to productivity in your sector? Do these affect the ability of workers to acquire the higher level skills required to deal with new and emerging technologies? Please provide examples where possible.
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 02 6163 7227 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 6 of 7 Would you like to make any other comments?
Thank you for your valuable contribution to the 2015 Transport and Logistics Industry Environmental Scan. The document will be available in April 2015.
Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council P 02 6163 7227 F 03 9629 8903 E [email protected] W www.tlisc.org.au Page 7 of 7