Skip to main content Skip to main navigation

2025 Workforce Challenges Summary Papers

Below is the 2025 Workforce Challenges Summary Papers, which will inform you of the Key Challenges and Drivers.

We are excited to release the 2025 Workforce Challenges Summary Papers. These Summary Papers are a result of extensive engagement with industry over 2024 and build on the issues raised in the 2024 Workforce Plans.

The Summary Papers highlight short to medium-term challenges, such as skills shortages, attraction & retention, diversity opportunities, business support, and the need to adapt to technological change. They also explore long-term structural shifts, including decarbonisation, electrification, and sustainability.

We want to hear from you

Industry Skills Australia invites stakeholders to provide their feedback about the workforce priorities, key blockages, and high-impact solutions for your industry.

Your feedback will assist us in the development of the 2025 Workforce Plans and our broader program of work.

Click here to provide your feedback

Thank you for the incredible response to our 2025 Workforce Plans survey.

The survey results will play a critical role in shaping the Workforce Plan 2025 for each of our four industries - Maritime, Rail, Transport and Logistics (including Omni-channel Logistics and Distribution) and Aviation (including Space Transport and Logistics).

In March, we will present a draft version of the 2025 Workforce Plans, inviting your input again.

Back to top