Hanga-Aro-Rau engages with the sector through our Industry Stakeholder Group (ISG) and our National Industry Advisory Group (NIAG) composed of industry leaders from around the country. This is supported through regular site visits and engagement with sector associations, business owners and key stakeholders annually. Hanga-Aro-Rau also works with Ringa Hora WDC in this area, as they are responsible for distribution. We have heard what issues the supply chain and distribution sector is facing specifically and below have outlined our planned actions to address each priority.
In addition to the Cross-Sector Action Plan, which identifies the common pain points and actions identified across the nine sectors, there are a number of significant challenges to attracting and retaining talent in the supply chain and distribution sector, including:
In addition to the actions outlined in our Cross-Sector Action Plan, specific actions aligned with the supply chain and distribution sector to support a strong Strong Workforce pipeline are:
Developing technological solutions: Further developing technological and training solutions to support different learning styles, including on-the-job learning and the use of AI and multi-learning apps to assist neurodiverse workers and those with language barriers.
Scope project for older workers: Initiating a project focused on older workers to address their specific needs within the sector.
Promoting continuous development: Highlighting continuous development opportunities within the supply chain and distribution sector to promote it as a long-term career option with pathways for growth and technological innovation.
Support for Pacific workforce: Scoping tangible actions in Lumana’i o Tangata Moana action plan, there is a focus on supporting Pacific learners and workers through talent attraction, retention and engagement with a particular target to increase community engagement across regional Pacific communities. This action plan is a guiding tool for industry to identify and develop education and training solutions to prepare Pacific peoples for emerging opportunities. It also presents confident approaches to building Pacific cultural capabilities to support the Pacific workforce.
In addition to the Cross-Sector Action Plan, which identifies the common pain points and actions identified across the nine sectors, there are a number of significant challenges to qualifications and recognition in the supply chain and distribution sector, including:
In addition to the Cross Sector Action Plan which identifies the common pain points and actions identified across the nine sectors, there are a number of significant challenges to qualifications and recognition in the supply chain and distribution sector, these include:
Completion of digital systems for manufacturing micro-credential:
Hanga-Aro-Rau is working to complete the Digital Systems for Manufacturing Micro-credential* registration on the NZQA framework in 2024, aiming to address immediate skill gaps in digital technologies.
Advocate for increased uptake: Hanga-Aro-Rau advocates for increased uptake of existing Digital Skills for Manufacturing Micro-credential*, ensuring that industry professionals have access to relevant training opportunities.
Support for qualification review: Hanga-Aro-Rau supports industry voice in the review of Competitive Systems and Practices Qualifications, ensuring they are fit for purpose to support improvement processes in manufacturing environments, as well as other sectors, including supply chain and distribution.
Support for Pacific learners: Hanga-Aro-Rau is scoping an initiative to create clear opportunities from education and training to employment for Pacific learners in Regional New Zealand, aligning with Lumana’i Priority Goal 3 and addressing specific needs within the Pacific community. Groundwork is being laid for micro-credentials and learning opportunities tailored for the older and experienced Pacific workforce, addressing Lumana’i Priority Goal 4.
From working directly with industry and understanding their needs, Hanga-Aro-Rau is currently working on the following qualifications:
You can find more information about how to get involved here. And follow the links to find out more about interim rulings, or quals reviews coming up from Hanga-Aro-Rau.
* While it is entitled Completion of Digital Systems for Manufacturing', the skills taught are transferrable to other sectors, including supply chain and manufacturing.
