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As Australia moves towards a net zero economy, several coal-fired power stations and associated mines will close over the coming decades.
The Authority is committed to making this shift as fair and orderly as possible, with dedicated support for workers and communities impacted by major closures. This includes helping workers move into new industries, access training and reskilling opportunities, and receive career and financial guidance so they can make informed decisions about their future.
Support for closures
In the lead up to a power station closing in a region, we will also undertake an assessment process. The assessment will determine if extra support is needed for power station workers under the Energy Industry Jobs Plan.
Building a net zero workforce for the future
A number of place-based transition plans are in place supporting the workers, businesses, and communities most affected by the shift to net zero.
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TAFE NSW’s Tighes Hill campus in Newcastle
Hunter’s workforce on the fast track to a net zero future
The University of Newcastle builds capabilities for next-gen industries
Gippsland workers on the winds of change
Energy Australia’s Yallourn Careers Fair supporting its workers transition to new jobs
Stories from workers
Hear directly from workers on how they have adapted and found new opportunities in the net zero transition.
General support
Across the country, support is available to help workers prepare for and navigate the transition to net zero. These services are designed to assist workers with the tools and information they need to plan their next steps. Find out what support is available to workers Australia-wide.
Training & upskilling
The government offers a range of training, upskilling, and reskilling resources to support workers through the transition to net zero.
Career transition
The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations' Regional Workforce Transition Officers (RWTOs) help business, industry, and communities navigate and coordinate the transition to net zero.
Career transition support for mature workers
Helping people 45 years and over become more competitive in the local labour market.
Transition support
The Transition Support Network that helps retrenched workers to find a new job and helps employers though the retrenchment process.
Regional support
We are also supporting the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations to develop Regional Workforce Transition Plans. These plans will provide transition supports to workers, their families and communities that are significantly impacted by facility closures.
Collie, WA
Several place-based plans are in place across Collie to support workers, businesses, and communities affected by the transition to net zero.
Collie Just Transition Package
Government, community and industry working together to deliver a positive and orderly transition for Collie.
Clean Energy Skills National Centre of Excellence, Western Australia
Providing world-class training across the TAFE network to grow Australia’s clean energy skills and workforce capacity.
Jobs and Skills Centre
Supporting the local population with free support to help gain employment.
Regional Workforce Transition Officers
Help business, industries, and communities navigate the net zero transition.
Find your local RWTO at the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.
Clean Energy Skills National Centre of Excellence
Provide world-class training across Western Australia's TAFE network to grow Australia’s clean energy skills and workforce capacity.
Contact
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