MTA Queensland is expanding its Women in Trades Apprenticeship Mentoring Program to support all female automotive apprentices across the state.
Only 8% of automotive apprentices in Queensland are female, so this program aims to recruit and retain women in the industry by offering tailored, one-on-one mentoring and guidance.
Launched in 2024 in partnership with BUSY Sisters and funded by the Queensland Government, the program initially supported first- and second-year female apprentices.
Since its launch, it has received incredible responses from apprentices, accessing valuable support, mentorship, and career advice.
With women still significantly underrepresented in the automotive industry, the program’s expansion aims to create a more inclusive, supportive, and empowering environment for all female apprentices, including those still in school.
MTA Queensland encourages every female apprentice to take full advantage of this opportunity to connect with a mentor who can help build confidence, overcome challenges, and provide expert guidance as they advance in their careers.
“We’ve seen so many exceptional apprentices thrive with the support of this program. By expanding it to include all female apprentices, we’re ensuring that even more women will have access to the resources, guidance, and mentorship they need to build successful careers in the automotive industry,” project manager Michelle King says.
The success we’ve seen so far is just the beginning, and we’re incredibly excited to continue offering this vital support to more women in trades,” she says.
“While we’ve seen growth in the number of female apprentices entering the industry, much more needs to be done to create an inclusive and supportive environment for women in a field that has long been male-dominated,” MTA Queensland chief executive Rod Camm says.
This program provides essential support to overcome gender-based challenges and help steer the industry towards a more diverse and equitable future.”
The program additionally assists business owners and employers, including resources, information and guides to aid them in creating a workplace culture that promotes inclusion, diversity and equality.
To learn more about the Women in Trades Apprenticeship Mentoring Program, or enquire about connecting with a mentor, visit https://mtaq.com.au/workforce-solutions/automotive-women-in-trades-apprenticeship-mentoring-program/
Join the conversation