Government and mining and agricultural companies are joining forces to offer jobseekers the opportunity to learn entry-level skills and help to meet the skills shortage in Queensland, Australia, Central Queensland News reports.
Under the Regional Agriculture and Mining Industry Training Project, 15 young Emerald residents will be teamed up with local training providers and businesses to obtain qualifications relevant to local industries, including Certificate Two Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation, Certificate Two Rural Operations, BMA generic mining inductions and structured work placement.