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Faster pathways for a digitally adept rail workforce
Digitisation is transforming Australia’s rail network and how people work.
The demand for digital skills is forecast to increase over the next five years driven by:
- the introduction of digital train control
- intelligent transport systems
- a move towards decarbonisation.
By 2027, nearly 40% of existing rail workers will have their job impacted by digital technologies.
Right now, the digital competency of rail workers varies greatly. Digital skills training needs to account for this. And for the different types of skills that specific roles require.
As part of the National Rail Action Plan, we’re bringing together government and industry leaders to identify the specific digital skills that individual rail roles need. And develop faster pathways to these skills with nationally recognised training.
Our work in this area complements:
- Industry Skills Australia’s (ISA) Digital Capability program
- Australian Cyber Security Centre’s Essential Eight Assessment course.