Construction industry urged to rethink workplace culture as skills shortage deepens
Adelaide University research warns Australia's construction industry must improve workplace culture, flexibility and career pathways to attract workers as skills shortages worsen.
How can construction fix workplace culture to solve skills shortages?
Builders, carpenters and other construction trades face ongoing labour shortages that could delay projects and increase costs unless the industry addresses cultural barriers to recruitment.
Key takeaways
- Adelaide University research identifies poor workplace culture as key driver of construction skills shortages
- Industry must improve flexibility and career pathways to attract new workers
- Workforce shortages risk worsening without cultural change in construction sector
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