Partners: Programmed Skilled Workforce, Shell Australia, Santos, Woodside, MITSUI, Jadestone, INPEX, Vermillion Oil & Gas Pty Ltd, South Metro TAFE, North Regional TAFE
The National Energy Technician Training Scheme (NETTS) is an innovative industry collaboration led by Programmed Skilled Workforce, bringing together major energy employers and training providers to address workforce needs in Western Australia's oil and gas sector.
Established to build a sustainable pipeline of skilled energy technicians, NETTS combines industry expertise, shared investment and practical training approaches to prepare apprentices for long-term careers in the industry.
With a strong focus on safety, technical capability and workplace readiness, the program delivers a contemporary apprenticeship model that equips participants with the skills needed to meet current and future industry demands.
Through shared training, cross-company secondments and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, NETTS expands opportunities for young Australians while strengthening workforce capability across the energy sector.
By bringing employers together to invest in training and workforce development, the National Energy Technician Training Scheme has become a leading example of collaborative skills development in Western Australia. Its impact continues to grow as partners work together to support the industry's evolving workforce needs.