Research undertaken by ASA for the 2012 Automotive Environmental Scan indicates that shortages of skilled automotive labour are prevalent in all states to varying degrees. These shortages have largely arisen due to a number of factors including:
- A lack of growth in the overall supply of automotive labour over the last 10 years
- The ability for skilled automotive labour to work across a broader range of industries
- A large transfer of skilled automotive labour into the mining and resource sectors
Forecasts of actual shortages by number of persons developed by ASA are provided in the following table below:
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Forecast Labour Shortages by Occupation and Financial Year |
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| Occupation |
2011-12 |
2012-13 |
| Motor Mechanic (General) |
13,080 |
16,000 |
| Automotive Electrician |
2,280 |
2,642 |
| Panel Beater |
4,596 |
5,411 |
| Vehicle Painter |
2,193 |
2,596 |
| Total |
22,149 |
26,649 |
Source: ABS; Automotive Environmental Scan Survey; Tine Series Modelled Estimates
For more information on skills and labour shortages contact Steve Bletsos on (03) 8610 2508 or email sbletsos@autoskillsaustralia.com.au
