EVC 提交 新南威尔士州 汽车行业 资格 和 认证 审查

NSW Fair Trading Policy team NSW GovernmentEmail:motordealersandrepairersact@customerservice.nsw.gov.au EVCSubmission to NSW Review ofMotor Trades Qualifications and Certification The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on theproposed new qualifications and repair classes for motor mechanics and repairers. The EVC is the national peak body for the electric vehicle (EV) industry in Australia. Ourmission is to accelerate the electrification of transport for a sustainable and prosperousfuture. We represent members across the EV value chain, including car, busand truckmanufacturers,importers,operators,charging infrastructure suppliers and networkproviders, and battery recyclers. NSW is actively supporting the national transition to EVs, with significant investmentsdirected towards charging infrastructure and stimulating consumer demand to achieve thestate’s 2030 goal of electric vehicles constituting approximately 52% of all newvehiclesales.However,to date NSW has lagged other jurisdictions in providing dedicatedpathways for EV-related training. As we move towards an electrified transport sector overcomingdecades,it will be essential to have a skilled workforce that can design,manufacture, maintain, and supportEVs and their enabling infrastructure. With the highestnumber of vehicles sold annually in the country, the demand for skilled mechanics trainedin EV technologies is especially critical in NSW. Accelerated Implementation of Dedicated EV Pathway We support the inclusion of the Dedicated EV Pathway through recognition of the CertificateIIIin Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology(AUR32721).Currently,only the ACT,Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australiaformally recognise this qualification.Expanding recognition across all Australian states and territories will streamline trainingpathways and better align with industry needs, enabling apprentices to focus solely on EVtechnologies. While we understand that this proposal is designed as a package of a range of reforms, weurge the Government to consider direct implementation of this pathway to prevent delaysthat could affect the enrolment of new apprentices. Delays may drive potentialcandidatesto seek training outside NSW, leading to a loss of economic opportunity and limiting thecapacity of a skilled workforce within the state. This is particularly important given the lengthof time it takes for apprentices to complete their training, and the limited number of intakesthat can occur throughout the year. Streamlining Upskilling Programs We recommend simplifying theupskilling pathways for existing mechanics under the‘Bridging Pathway’ proposed in the consultation paper. The proposed requirement tocomplete both the AURSS00063 and AURSS00064 skill sets places an unnecessaryburden on both businesses and individuals due to the significant time and financialcommitments involved.Streamlining this to require only the AURSS00064 skill set, whichfocusesmoredirectly on safety through routine inspections and servicing tasks, wouldsufficiently meet the industry’s immediate needs. This adjustment ensures no safety risksare overlooked, while still allowing trained individuals to supervise apprentices and enhanceoverall productivity. The AURSS00063 skill setcan then provide an option for furtherspecialisation,for those seeking to expandtheir expertiseinmore complex diagnostic andrepair techniques.The near-term priority isto build foundational capacity inthe industry,allowing for a phased approach to incorporatemore advanced training as demand growsin line withincreased EV uptake. Addressing Barriers and Supporting the Transition Education and training providers face barriers in delivering courses at the scale and pacerequired due to a lack of funding and resources, limited understanding of industry demand(in part due to incompleteness of workforce data available), and difficultyin attractingsuitably qualified trainers and assessors. To support the recruitment and retention of skilled workers in the state, more proactiveefforts are needed from government agencies including NSW Fair Trading to promoteopportunities arising from the clean energy and EV transition. This includes increasing theavailability of targeted training programs, enhancing financial incentives, and fosteringpartnerships between industry, government, and educational institutions. As part of this,clear communication about training and employment opportunities willbe crucial to help inattracting a diverse and capable workforce. Conclusion The EVC is committed to working with the government and industry stakeholders toovercome challenges and implement strategies that not only attract but also retain talentwithin the EV sector in NSW.For any further information or discussion regarding oursubmission,please contact Natalie Thompson,SeniorManager-Policy,atoffice@evc.org.au. Thank you for your consideration of our submission. Yours sincerely, Samantha J