Fera Australia environmental planner Lachlan Case, Fera Australia electrical projects engineer Usman Nofal, Australian Consolidated Milk chief executive Jason Limbrick, CMV Truck and Bus Training Institute manager Matthew Wyatt, Pacific Partnerships delivery manager Michael Sun and Origin Energy group manager of decarbonisation Simon Smith.
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Rechelle Zammit
The Career Compass Professional Development Day took place on March 13, bringing together career practitioners, Vocational Education and Training co-ordinators and school leaders from across the region.
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The event, part of the Victorian Department of Education’s School to Industry Roundtable initiative, aimed to provide educators with up-to-date insights into emerging career pathways for young people.
Hosted by Goulburn Murray Local Learning and Employment Network, Campaspe Cohuna LLEN, NE Tracks LLEN and Central Ranges LLEN, in partnership with the Department of Education, the event focused on strengthening connections between education and industry.
The program featured sessions on the future of clean energy jobs, allied health and AI recruitment within regional businesses, outlining the skills and roles in demand.
An expert panel explored career opportunities in allied health and care, offering valuable insights into this growing multidisciplinary field.
Attendees also had the chance to engage directly with regional employers, learning about career pathways and job opportunities for young people.
Another critical discussion covered the impact of AI and technology on recruitment, equipping educators with the tools to better support students in an evolving job market.
The day underscored the importance of collaboration between schools, businesses and the broader community in preparing students for the future.
“Preparing for the future is a shared responsibility,” Department of Education Goulburn Area jobs, skills and pathways manager Ross Wilson said.
“Schools, families, businesses, TAFEs, universities and the community must work together to ensure students have access to excellent information, real-world learning experiences and career opportunities.”
The event also reinforced the value of strong school-industry connections.
“The more connections schools build with industry, the more they can raise awareness and engage students in these pathways.”
“Post-COVID, soft skills matter more than ever,” Truck and Bus Training learning and development co-ordinator Jack Blythman said.
“Can students introduce themselves, ask questions and engage? These are just as vital as academic achievements in the workplace.”
Jack Blythman from Truck and Bus Training.
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Rechelle Zammit
Supporting vocational and applied learning, the Career Compass event is part of the broader reform agenda recommended by the review into vocational and applied learning pathways for senior secondary students, led by former Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority chief executive John Firth.
The Victorian Government has accepted all 38 recommendations from the review in principle, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing career education and pathways for students.
