Queensland needs the workforce to match its investment ambitions
Queensland's major project pipeline is outpacing its skilled construction workforce. Workforce planning is flagged as critical to delivering the housing the state needs.
Will Queensland's construction boom create more work or more headaches for tradies?
Builders, electricians, plumbers and other tradies in QLD may see rising demand for work but also skills shortages affecting project timelines and subcontractor availability.
Key takeaways
- Queensland's major project pipeline is growing faster than its skilled construction workforce can support.
- Housing delivery is at risk if workforce planning doesn't keep pace with investment ambitions.
- Tradies in QLD could see strong demand but also pressure from labour shortages on large projects.
- Workforce planning is being flagged as a priority issue for the state's construction sector.
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