Join Us for a Series of Industry Forums: Addressing critical skills gaps and creating diverse workforce for 2050
The Southern Melbourne manufacturing sector is at a crucial juncture as we aim for 2050. Join our “Nice Work If You Can Get It” forums, in partnership with Women’s Health in the South East and Chisholm TAFE, to tackle skills gaps and promote a diverse workforce.
Forum 1: Recruitment and Onboarding for a Productive and Diverse Workforce
- Format: Online Webinar
- Date: 2nd October 2024
- Time: 12noon to 1pm
- Register now: https://bit.ly/4etyPHF
Overview
Unlock the potential of your workforce by building diversity into your recruitment and onboarding processes. This webinar will focus on the direct link between workforce diversity and productivity in the manufacturing sector, showcasing proven strategies to overcome common barriers and capitalize on the advantages of an inclusive workplace. Drawing on evidence from the Australian manufacturing industry, we will explore how implementing tactics like “blind recruitment” can drive innovation, enhance performance, and foster a dynamic culture of continuous improvement.
Featured Speakers and Highlights
- Employer Insights – Hear the experience from industry representative on how integrating diverse hiring practices, has led to increased retention, improved team dynamics, and a more innovative and productive workforce.
- Blind Hiring – A Key Tactic for Building Inclusive Teams: Discover how blind hiring can effectively reduce bias, expand your talent pool, and cultivate a workforce that reflects the diversity of thought and experience needed to solve complex challenges and drive growth.
Key Takeaways
- Leverage Diversity for Productivity: Learn how diverse teams in manufacturing settings can foster innovation, solve complex problems, and enhance overall productivity by bringing varied perspectives and experiences to the table.
- Evidence-Based Benefits: Understand the proven benefits of diversity, including stronger work ethic, cross-cultural learning, lower absenteeism, and reduced turnover—all contributing to a more stable and efficient workforce.
- Implementing Inclusive Practices: Explore practical steps to integrate diversity into recruitment and onboarding, from adopting blind recruitment techniques to developing a psychologically safe workplace where all voices are valued.
- Strategic Actions for Leaders: Get actionable strategies to build inclusive leadership, invest in diversity training, and create an environment that supports diverse work styles and fosters a culture of innovation and growth.
Why Attend?
This seminar is tailored for HR professionals, plant managers, and leaders in the manufacturing sector who are committed to building resilient, high-performing teams. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how fostering diversity can lead to tangible productivity gains and prepare their organizations for future challenges in an increasingly competitive market.
By attending, you’ll be equipped with the tools and knowledge to assess your current practices, develop a comprehensive diversity management plan, and unlock the full potential of your workforce.
Conclusion
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and peers on how to harness the power of a diverse workforce to enhance productivity and drive growth in the manufacturing sector. Transform your recruitment and onboarding processes to align with best practices in diversity and inclusion, and set your business on a path to long-term success.
Register now: https://bit.ly/4etyPHF
For more information, please contact Shannon O’Brien Marketing and Member Coordinator at SEMMA shannon@semma.com.au