Automotive, Manufacturing and Engineering
The Northern Territory's manufacturing industries include concrete, fabricated metal, helium, and transport equipment and repair. Other manufacturing may consist of food and specialised goods. Producing goods at scale allows for greater consumption and economic activity. Innovation investment, design, logistics, and sales support manufacturing, enabling it to maximise outcomes.
Includes the following sectors
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Manufacturing
The Northern Territory is experiencing significant growth in its manufacturing sector, largely fueled by a rising demand for locally made products.
This thriving industry offers a wide array of exciting career prospects, ranging from manufacturers and production technicians to boat builders and metal fabricators. There has never been a better time to start a career in manufacturing.
Automotive
The automotive industry is filled with exciting career opportunities and many hard-working employees and businesses are working tirelessly to keep Territorians on the move.
Explore the exciting careers on offer, from mechanics, to panel beaters, to auto electricians and heavy diesel and more. Come join the automotive industry in the Northern Territory.
Insights
The Northern Territory’s Automotive Repair and Maintenance Industry Insight
Providing services to various industries and employing
1,420 workers in 2022, the Automotive Repair and Maintenance industry is crucial for the Northern Territory's 2030 $40 billion economic growth target.
This insight is a resource for business owners, job seekers, students, RTOs, and government agencies, offering comprehensive industry information and opportunities in the NT.
Industry snapshots
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KEY FACTS
Industry Associations
Understanding their role
Most industries in Australia have representation by industry associations that provide members with services, including support and training.
Industry associations play an essential role in presenting the collective voice for individual businesses within an industry.
Becoming a member of the peak body can give your business credibility as your membership proves to customers that you have met strict criteria and have specific qualifications and experience.
Connect with your industry association
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Developing a future workforce
ISACNT works with schools, VET Coordinators, students, and industry to determine the skills needed to secure a future NT workforce. Sharing knowledge of industry and career pathways to inspire the Northern Territory's upcoming workforce.
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