Townsville: Securing our Workforce

Join us on 6 August for a deep dive into the Townsville construction industry, exploring how it’s tracking today, and where it’s headed next.

A growing pipeline of residential, industrial, and transport infrastructure projects is reshaping Townsville, driven by booming demand in renewable energy and mining. Meeting this demand, however, will test the region’s construction capacity like never before.

This practical session will interrogate the data behind the workforce crisis, explore what government and industry can do to help, and examine the unique opportunities across the region.

Andrew Chapman from the Queensland Major Contractors Association, will share insights on Townsville’s infrastructure project pipeline, the inherent delivery challenges ahead, and how industry is best placed to overcome them.

Kieran Benfield from the Department of Trade, Employment and Training, will unpack the current state of Queensland’s labour market, local skills shortages, and how the state’s Vocational Education and Training sector is adapting to support Townsville’s growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from industry and government leaders about the strategies and opportunities shaping the future of Townsville’s workforce.

Secure your spot today.