A new state-of-the-art Metal Trades, Manufacturing and Robotics Centre has officially opened at the TAFE Queensland Bundamba campus.
Ipswich’s proud manufacturing history has today received a shot in the arm with the Miles Government throwing the doors open to a new skills and training facility that will power the region’s future as a hub for food processing, engineering, aerospace, and defence manufacturing.
The $7 million Metal Trades, Manufacturing and Robotics Centre, incorporates a modern and flexible engineering training workshop including a machine shop, fitting area, light and heavy fabrication and assembly area, robotic/Sub Arc Welding and Smart Factory.
Revitalised spaces integrate all physical and virtual components for training including software and system integration, cybersecurity, cloud computing, autonomous robotics and assistive technologies, augmented reality, and virtual reality.
The new facility joins Advanced Manufacturing Skills Centres established at several TAFE Queensland campuses – including Cairns, Townsville, Bundaberg, and Eagle Farm.
Quotes attributable to the Member for Bundamba and Minister for Training and Skills Development, Lance McCallum MP:
“Ipswich is growing rapidly and by 2025-26 around 1 in every 8 workers in the region will be employed in manufacturing.
“This facility is crucial for local workers to skill up for good, secure jobs, and it will further enhance advanced manufacturing excellence in Queensland.
“The Miles Government doesn’t want the cost of living to get in the way of Queenslanders getting the training they need.
“That’s why we are so proud to provide high-quality training through Free TAFE, including Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s to remove the financial barrier to training, allowing more Queenslanders to pursue their dream career.
