- Work now underway on Cook Labor Government's
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Hub in Picton
- Will deliver WA's first advanced manufacturing
and renewables hub supporting local jobs
- Infrastructure to support local businesses to
deliver components that support energy transition
- Request for Proposal for anchor tenant to be
released in July
Work
is now underway on the Cook Labor Government's $55 million Advanced
Manufacturing Technology Hub (AMTECH) in Picton.
The
project will deliver the anchor tenant site at WA's first ever hub for advanced
manufacturing, technology and renewable energy, supporting local jobs.
Construction
will be overseen by Development WA. The Department of Energy and Economic
Diversification will issue a request for proposal for an anchor tenant in July.
The
hub will support the growth of advanced manufacturing in Western Australia,
helping to diversify the South West economy and position the region to capture
new opportunities.
The
anchor tenant will work closely with the State, to manufacture the parts needed
to support the energy transition away from State-owned coal by 2030.
The
Cook Labor Government wants to see local WA workers and apprentices seizing the
opportunities of the advanced manufacturing and clean energy transition, which
is why hundreds of millions of dollars are being invested into Free TAFE and
training opportunities.
This
means more pathways for young people to train, secure apprenticeships and build
long-term careers closer to home.
Since
Clean Energy and Advanced Manufacturing courses were made low fee in 2020,
South Regional TAFE has seen an increase in enrolments:
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician enrolments
increased by 75 per cent
- Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
(Fitting/Machining) enrolments increased by 59 per cent
Comments attributed to Energy and
Decarbonisation and Manufacturing Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
"Local
manufacturing is good for jobs, good for businesses and good for our State's
economy.
"That's
why the Cook Labor Government is investing in a future Made in WA, by
delivering projects like the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Hub to support
and increase our advanced manufacturing and renewable capabilities.
"We
want local WA workers to take advantage of the clean energy transition and
advanced manufacturing opportunities which is why we are investing in TAFE,
training and apprenticeship opportunities."
Comments attributed to Planning and Lands
Minister John Carey:
"I
am pleased to see earthmoving works underway at the AMTECH site.
The
works will unlock more industrial land and provide increased opportunities to
enhance manufacturing capabilities in the South West.
"This
marks an important step forward for the project which is part of our
government's commitment to make more things in WA."
Comments attributed to South West Minister
Don Punch:
"Reaching
this construction milestone is a major step forward for the South West,
strengthening the region's role in the State economy and unlocking new
opportunities in advanced manufacturing and clean energy.
"This
hub will deliver lasting benefits for the South West by creating skilled local
jobs, supporting businesses, and giving young people clear pathways into
apprenticeships and long-term careers close to home."
Comments
attributed to Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns:
"Collie
is the historic centre of energy in WA, and this investment will ensure that
the South West continues to play an important role in our State's energy system
into the future.
"Our
community will benefit from quality jobs and a diversified local economy as we
embrace advanced manufacturing."
