Sparking Futures: Skill Hire’s Immersive Welding Showcase with AR Tech & Industry Pros

Published on September 14, 2024

Skill Hire, in collaboration with Workforce Australia Local Jobs and Weld Australia, recently held an interactive welding exhibition at their Albany location. This inaugural event welcomed over 30 young people from Skill Hire’s employability program, including local students and Transition to Work (TtW) participants. Attendees explored virtual welding using the Soldamatic AR machine, igniting interest in the trade.

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Workforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

Tayrn Bristow from Apprenticeship Support Australia with Sabrina Mann and Adam Alderdice from Skill Hire. Credit: Skill Hire

Adam Alderdice having a crack with the AR machine. Credit: Skill Hire

Representatives for Youth Futures Jane and Emma Everett on either side of ACCI membership co-ordinator Rex Beach helping out at the workshop. Credit: Skill Hire

Tania, Belinda and Nick from Impact Services. Credit: Skill Hire)

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