

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sunshine Coast Manufacturing Skills Forum
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 am – Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 am
- **Event Description**: Join industry, education and manufacturers for a practical forum shaping the skills our manufacturing sector needs now and in the future.About this EventHosted by the Sunshine Coast Regional Jobs Committee and the Queensland Manufacturing Hub - Sunshine Coast , this forum will explore real opportunities and projects addressing critical skills gaps, share education and industry-led solutions, and give you the opportunity to contribute your insights during an interactive roundtable.Speakers: 7:45am - 8:00amMegan Lilly - Deputy Commissioner, Jobs and Skills Australia. Megan will be joining us virtually to set the scene for the session and provide key insights into the recently released Jobs and Skills Report and an overview of the National Skills Taxonomy.Dr Melissa Innes - Lecturer in Management &amp; Human Resource Management, UniSC. Melissa will present a keynote focussing on generational shifts, workforce well-being, and skills transformation needed to thrive in the era of AI and Industry 4.0. The presentation will highlight how manufacturers can attract younger talent, support employee well-being, and upskill workers to remain competitive.Panellists: 8:05am - 8:20amSue Sheppard -Emerging Industry Development Manager, TAFE Queensland.Melitta McDonald - Chief People Officer, The Country Chef Bakery Co.Tim Kelly - Director Manufacturing Excellence Forum.Dr Melissa Innes - Lecturer in Management &amp; Human Resource Management, UniSC.Skills Forum: 8:20 - 9.20amActivities at each table to learn about your workforce skills gaps, and to drive concepts and possible solutions in four key focus areas:Critical skillsParticipation barriersNew skills &amp; pathways needed10 years ahead: what roles will grow? what roles will be redundant?Date: 12 February, 2026Time: 7:30am to 9:30amLocation: Innovation Centre - University of Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs.Complimentary light breakfast providedFor additional information contact:Queensland Manufacturing Hub - Sunshine Coast Manager - mel.ireland@nrmmrrd.qld.gov.au ORRDA (MB SC) Acting CEO - Tracey Coobula - ceo@rdasunshinecoast.org.au  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/1402a2c0-f765-11f0-9be3-e3b7b4b0331e-rimg-w1200-h138-dcfeffff-gmir.jpg
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Sippy Downs
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: UniSC Auditorium - Innovation Centre
- **lat**: -26.7184716
- **long**: 153.0628193
- **full address**: UniSC Auditorium - Innovation Centre, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs, Australia

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (https://allevents.in/org/department-of-regional-development-manufacturing-and-water/21266971)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** UniSC Auditorium - Innovation Centre, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs, Australia
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 AUD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, food-drinks, art, theatre
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Sunshine Coast Manufacturing Skills Forum ?
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