Manufacturing Jobs of the Future
Our people are our most valuable asset.
The AMTECH concept is designed to create an eco-system of technological advancement and continuous learning that will position the South West at the forefront of advanced manufacturing.
It will provide a central hub for interactions between entities to facilitate collaborative production and cross-sector workforce participation. AMTECH is a vision for the future – where industry and people come together to unleash the region’s potential.
Supporting the growth of advanced manufacturing capability is about protecting jobs, and the future of our industries. Jobs that are evolving as technology increasingly reshapes our world.
A key component of AMTECH is the addition of an Industry Development and Skills Centre (IDSC) with state-of-the-art research, education and skills training facilities.
Integrating the IDSC within the AMTECH precinct will bring education to industry in a uniquely designed environment that integrates R&D, workforce development programs, industry accelerator programs and start-up programs to foster next generation entrepreneurs.
It is all part of the plan to support our communities to transition and prepare for the pipeline of jobs needed to support industries of the future.
By strengthening the partnerships between industry, education and research we aim to elevate opportunities and increase participation across a broader cross-section of the community, including women and First Nations people.
For more information about AMTECH, click on the links below.
What is AMTECH?
The Vision
To create a world-class Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub (AMTECH) in the South West region of Western Australia.
Conceptually AMTECH is defined into six integrated pillars that together create an eco-system to support advanced manufacturing excellence.
We’re planning for the future
Advanced manufacturing is an investment in our people, our businesses and our future. It is fundamental to the success of the clean energy transformation and supply chain security across a range of critical industries.
Find out what’s happening on the AMTECH Planning page.
Why the South West
The South West is the most populated area in regional Western Australia, and the most economically diverse. It is strategically located close to Perth and serviced by a well-connected transport network.
Proximity to key markets and accessibility through the Port of Bunbury provides unprecedented opportunities for growth leveraging the region’s strengths in critical minerals, manufacturing capability, workforce availability and land for industry.
The region is home to market leading equipment manufacturers designing and engineering solutions for global supply chains across a range of industry sectors.
The South West of WA is an economic powerhouse for the State. It is also an undeniably attractive place to call home – known for its extensive natural beauty and enviable lifestyle opportunities.
Find out what’s happening on the AMTECH Planning page.
