Published Friday, 13 July, 2007 at 09:00 AM
Minister for Education and Training and Minister for the Arts
The Honourable Rod Welford
NEW COUNCIL ANNOUNCED FOR THE BREMER INSTITUTE OF TAFE
A new council for The Bremer Institute of TAFE has been appointed to work with the local community and industry to ensure TAFE continues to deliver flexible and relevant training.
Education and Training Minister Rod Welford said the new council, appointed for up to three years, was one of 13 TAFE institute councils appointed across the State.
“The councils will help drive the Government’s $1 billion Queensland Skills Plan which is positioning TAFE institutes to be more responsive to today’s fast-changing training environment,” Mr Welford said.
“The nine-member council of The Bremer Institute TAFE will be chaired by Ipswich Mayor, Cr Paul Pisasale.
“The role of the council includes setting the Institute’s direction to respond effectively to the requirements of industry and Government.
“Queensland’s booming economy means there’s an increased need for tradespeople and skilled technicians across a wide range of industries to meet the demands of continued economic growth.
“While there’s still a demand for traditional trades like building, plumbing, electrical and motor trades, the mix of skills and qualifications is expanding to meet the requirements of 21st century business.
“Our Government is determined that TAFE institutes make major contributions to Queensland’s skilling requirements, alongside the thriving private sector,” Mr Welford said.
Details of Council members, including the Chair, are below.
Media contact: Marnie Stitz on 3237 1000 or 0419 734 985
The Bremer Institute of TAFE Council Membership
*member of previous council
|
NAME |
OCCUPATION/ORGANISATION |
REPRESENTATION |
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* Councillor Paul Pisasale (Chair) |
Mayor of the City of Ipswich |
Local government; economic development; Extensive experience on Boards in commercial environments; Community engagement |
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* Dr Allan Andersen |
Managing Director Claypave Pty Ltd |
Manufacturing; Leadership in key industry segments; Export experience with several Premier’s Awards in this category; Extensive experience on Boards in commercial environments; Community engagement |
|
* James Sturges |
General Manager Ross Llewellyn Motors |
Business systems development and improvement; Extensive experience on Boards in commercial environments; Community engagement |
|
Pam Lane |
District Manager West Moreton South Burnett Health Services District |
Leadership in key industry segments where the Institute has a lead agency responsibility; Active participation in the Ipswich community; Extensive experience on Boards in commercial environments |
|
Gaye Anderson |
Managing Director Gaye’s Hair Fashions |
Leadership in the retail segment, a key growth area for the institute; Understanding of regional business; Experience in market segment analysis; Customer service benchmarking International relations |
|
Doug Fraser |
Director, University of Southern Queensland - Springfield Campus, Education City, Springfield |
Higher education sector; Educational partnerships; Market analysis |
|
Michael Skinner |
Fleet Manager Black and White Cabs |
Financial, human resources and risk management; Leadership in key industry segment of transport and distribution; Board membership experience in a commercially focussed environment |
|
Melissa Yates |
Solicitor, Dale and Fallu Solicitors, Ipswich |
Civil and Commercial Litigation; Commercial and Residential Conveyancing and Leasing; Accounting qualifications |
|
Kaylene Harth |
Institute Director |
The Bremer Institute of TAFE |