Master Builders calls for skilled migration system to prioritise tradies
Master Builders Australia wants the skilled migration system to fast-track construction workers. New analysis highlights the sector's economic contribution and ongoing labour shortages.
Will skilled migration changes bring more tradies to Australia's construction sites?
Builders, plumbers, electricians and other tradies face ongoing labour shortages. Easier migration pathways could bring more workers onto job sites faster.
Key takeaways
- Master Builders Australia wants construction workers prioritised in the skilled migration system.
- New analysis highlights construction's significant contribution to the Australian economy.
- Labour shortages in the trades sector are a key driver behind the push for migration reform.
- Easier visa pathways could help ease pressure on builders and contractors facing workforce gaps.
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