Queensland has the potential to be a hydrogen superpower and programs such as the Gateway to Industry Schools Program (GISP) have a big role in growing the workforce in Gladstone.
The industry-led GISP broadens science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) knowledge to diversify and assist in accelerating future skills and opportunities towards the hydrogen industry.
Students at Gladstone State High School and Trinity College that participate in the Hydrogen Gateway Industry to Schools Partnership will be exposed to a range of learning experiences to assist them in their career choices and self-select pathways to employment.
From production, engineering and storage, and then onto distribution and export activities, the program offers various opportunities for schools to become involved.
More than 2000 Queensland students will benefit over the next three years, thanks to more than $800,000 in funding from the Queensland Government.
“Creating an environment where young Queenslanders can work and thrive in the workforce is vital,” Minister for Employment and Small Business and Minister for Training and Skills Development Di Farmer said.
“Not only does it help build the economy, it creates vibrant communities, with a strong, diverse and skilled workforce. The Queensland Government’s intentions are clear – create good jobs for families and their children.
“Hydrogen is a huge industry and massive opportunity not to be missed. We have the potential to be a hydrogen superpower and Gladstone will be a big part of that.
“Queensland’s hydrogen industry is expected to grow by $19 billion, creating an additional 4,350 jobs by 2040. More than 2000 Queensland students will benefit over the next three years from our Hydrogen GISP program and our efforts in the schools.”
The broader GISP takes in industries including aerospace, advanced manufacturing, health, screen and media, agribusiness and more.
Queensland’s hydrogen industry is expected to grow by $19 billion, creating an additional 4,350 jobs by 2040.
The GISP expansion to include hydrogen complements the Queensland Government’s $50 million investment in hydrogen and renewable energy training infrastructure.
More information can be found at: https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/employers/gateway-schools