The engineering industry in Australia plays a vital role in the country's economy, contributing to infrastructure development, manufacturing, and innovation. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the engineering industry contributed approximately AUD 175 billion to GDP in 2022, representing 10.1% of the country's total GDP. The industry also employed approximately 1.2 million people in 2022, representing 10.8% of total employment in Australia. This article explores the factors contributing to the growth and success of the engineering industry in Australia, key statistics, trends, challenges, and future outlook.
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UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA
2,664
+61 2 6201 5111 servicedesk@canberra.edu.au
The University of Canberra campus is situated in Bruce, a north-western suburb of Canberra. Academic standards are high and career results are excellent. The University has produced over sixty thousand graduates since 1970. Many now occupy senior positions in the professions, the corporate world and the public service of Australia and several other countries. Others have become prominent writers, journalists, performers and sports men and women. Were proud of every one of them. CRICOS #00212K.
Engineers Australia is the trusted voice of the profession. We are the global home for engineering professionals, renowned as leaders in shaping a sustainable world. With around 100,000 members embracing all disciplines of the engineering team, Engineers Australia is the largest and most diverse professional body for engineers in Australia.
AURECON
8,825
+65 6251 7188 info.malaysia@aurecongroup.com
Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life, to imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Our culture of Believe it. Say it. Do it. reflects our deep commitment to our clients and each other to build trust and create a better future together. We are a team who place eminence, digital and innovation at the core of all we do. Our strength lies in how we bring together our design, engineering and advisory capabilities to provide our clients with integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle. From shape and plan – design and deliver – operate and optimise – to close and transform. Aurecon designers, engineers, scientists and advisors work with our clients across markets and asset types, to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges. We are an owner managed company with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. To learn more about what we have been up to visit our…
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY
7,231
+61 2 9234 1700 walangamuruadmin@mq.edu.au
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspective and affect change.
SRG GLOBAL
1,003
+61 2 8767 6200 info@srgglobal.com.au
SRG Global is a diversified industrial services company. We bring an engineering mindset to deliver critical services for major industry through our asset maintenance, mining services and engineering and construction businesses to solve complex problems across the entire asset lifecycle.
PLANIT TESTING
1,976
+61 1300 992 967 infoau@planittesting.com
At Planit, we provide businesses with the vision, precision and independence they need to improve the quality of their software and the way they deliver it. As a global leader in quality engineering and assurance solutions, our 2,000+ consultants are at the forefront of the industry. Every day, they test themselves on a variety of challenging projects across our top-tier client base. We are hungry to learn and drive our industry forward. This permeates the fabric of our culture, with core values centred around continuous growth and excellence, as we look to inspire minds and raise the bar. We embrace and encourage diversity. We strive to create an environment that’s productive, welcoming, fair, rewarding, and fun for everyone. We act with integrity and harness sustainability as a catalyst for positive change. Ready to test yourself and grow your career? Visit our Careers tab or www.planittesting.com/careers
LYCOPODIUM
956
+61 8 6210 5222 industrialprocess@lycopodium.com
Lycopodium is an Australian headquartered engineering and project management consultancy which provides a complete range of services for the evaluation, development, implementation and optimisation of projects across a broad range of industries. As its primary objective, Lycopodium focuses on consistently achieving clients’ aims across all project measures including performance, costs and schedule, HSE and within the community. The Lycopodium business model is based on providing superior quality services to clients by delivering studies, engineering, projects and maintenance advice that are fit for purpose and that exceed established acceptance criteria. Listed on the Australian Stock Exchange in 2004, Lycopodium has grown organically and by strategic acquisition, both of which have provided an expanding client base and access to new market sectors. Subsidiaries: • Lycopodium Minerals • Lycopodium Infrastructure • Lycopodium Process Industries • Orway Mineral Consult…
ENDEAVOUR ENERGY (NSW)
1,125
+61 133718 mrphotos@endeavourenergy.com.au
Endeavour Energy is a safety focused and customer-centred business determined to be the best performing network in Australia. Our people take great pride in being of service to our communities by efficiently distributing electricity to our customers in a way that is safe, reliable and sustainable. We manage a $6.2 billion electricity distribution network serving more than a million connected customers, or 2.4 million people, living and working across 24,800 square kilometres in Sydney’s Greater West, the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands, Illawarra and the South Coast of NSW. Our network powers Australia’s third largest economy, and includes Sydney’s North West and South West Priority Growth Centres, established in 2005 to house 500,000 new residents over 30 years in suburbs similar in size to Wollongong and Canberra. The region is also home to Sydney’s proposed second airport. We’re owned by an Australian-led consortium of institutional investors with world class experie…
CSIRO
6,864
+61 3 9545 2176 jane.doe@csiro.au
Shape tomorrow, shape your career. Work on innovative, exciting projects with global implications. By directly working on science and engineering projects that deliver, or in a crucial support role you can make a positive impact on the future. Foster your science or engineering skills through internal mentoring, external education and community outreach. At CSIRO you will work at a point of intersection between different disciplines for an organisation that brings together government, research organisations, universities and industry. Take advantage of initiatives that promote flexibility so you can achieve big things while still enjoying a balanced life. Develop your career - develop your life.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT AUTHORITY
1,195
+61 8 9326 2000 enquiries@pta.wa.gov.au
At the Public Transport Authority, we’re in the people moving business. We are responsible for rail, bus and ferry services in the metropolitan area through our brand Transperth; public transport services in regional centres through Transwa and Regional Town Bus Services as well as providing transport assistance to regional school students through School Bus Services. We are state-owned and aim to provide customer-focused, safe and cost-effective passenger transport services. As Perth continues to grow, we are always looking to the future, maintaining, designing and building transport infrastructure to meet this demand and were undertaking some of the most innovative capital works projects in Australia. This means we’re always on the look out for good talent in areas of strategic transport infrastructure planning and management and maintenance of our network and infrastructure, to help us achieve our vision of being a leader in providing world-class public transport services and s…
BG&E
622
+61 7 5212 5500 dubai@bgeeng.com
At BG&E, we are united by a common purpose – we believe that truly great engineering takes curiosity, bravery and trust, and is the key to creating extraordinary built environments. Our team of more than 800 highly skilled people in 14 offices across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom and Middle East, design and deliver engineering solutions for clients in the Property, Transport, Ports and Marine, Water, Defence, Renewables and Resources sectors. We collaborate with leading contractors, developers, architects, planners, financiers and government agencies, to create projects that make a difference to people’s lives. From structural engineering to facade design, from civil engineering to materials testing, and beyond to transport planning, hydrology, flood modelling, digital engineering, asset management and geotechnical – BG&E’s expertise is characterised by technical brilliance, innovation and buildability. BG&E is an employee-owned engineering consultancy with …
SMEC
7,243
+61 2 9900 7100 tanzania@smec.com
SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with a 70-year history of delivering advanced solutions on a global scale across urban development, infrastructure and management services industries. We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower and renewable energy sectors. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia’s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Joining the Surbana Jurong Group in 2016, SMEC is part of a family of specialists. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities. For the latest news, visit our newsroom www.smec.com/newsroom or read about the innovations and solutions shaping our communities on our Infocus blog www.smec.com/infocus. At SMEC, our global workforce…
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure and facilities. With a history dating back over 150 years, Downer is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and New Zealand Stock Exchange as Downer EDI Limited (DOW). Downer Group employs approximately 44,000 people across more than 300 sites, primarily in Australia and New Zealand.
COGNIZANT SERVIAN
752
+65 6812 4051 inquiry@cognizant.com
Cognizant Servian was formed on the deep expertise of two acquisitions: Servian and Contino. By combining Servian and Continos world-class consulting and engineering teams, clients are now able to take advantage of the most credentialed and experienced cloud and data group in the ANZ region. Servian a leading cloud and data consultancy with a proven track record in delivering outcomes and advice that boost business capabilities. Their highly skilled team of consultants ensured they focused on solving client objectives through the best use of technology to build competitive advantage. Continos consulting and engineering teams have completed more than 300 enterprise engagements since 2014. Specialising in helping the worlds leading brands accelerate digital transformation, clients have included brands such National Australia Bank, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, JetStar, Origin Energy and Lasoo among others. This combined wealth of experience gives Cognizant Servian clients access to digit…
METRO TRAINS MELBOURNE
3,655
+61 418 319 194 fraud@metrotrains.com.au
Since November 2009 Metro Trains Melbourne has been the operator of Melbourne’s growing suburban railway. Currently running more than 15,000 services a week across 16 lines, Metro is committed to creating one of the best engineered railways in the world. Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city – a city which is becoming increasingly reliant on public transport networks. Since 2009, Metro’s momentum to grow and change the network has remained steadfast, understanding it is no longer a traditional suburban railway. Adopting global best-practice across all facets of the business provides the foundation for the transformation to a high capacity and high frequency metro-style railway designed for the growing city of Melbourne. With more than 7000 team members across Victoria, we provide an environment that is rooted in honesty and integrity. Metros team members are committed to serving our communities with the best possible services.
PROTECH GROUP
403
+61 1800 477 683 enquiries@protech.com.au
Protech provides workforce solutions to the Civil Infrastructure, Construction, Engineering, Maintenance, Mining, Resources and Energy sectors. We deliver a seamless service to our clients by providing tailored, high quality, responsive temporary labour hire, recruitment and permanent placement solutions. We specialise in the supply of semi-skilled, skilled, technical, trades and professional personnel, and our rigorous Quality through Methodology approach ensures we deliver quality people, every time. Protech’s team are industry experienced experts with the capability to support your exact workforce needs. We help you mitigate risk by providing workforce flexibility backed by smart IR strategies and leading workforce management principles. We enable our clients to successfully deliver major projects in increasingly complex operating environments through our quality and safety focus, in-depth understanding of your niche sectors, exemplary customer service and advanced workforce ma…
LUCAS
653
+61 7 3363 7333 info@lucas.com.au
AJ Lucas (ASX code: AJL) was founded in Sydney in the 1950s as a high-quality building sub-contractor. Subsequently, Lucas has nurtured its engineering intellect to supply specialist, niche engineering, construction, and drilling services to the key sectors of energy, water & waste water, resources (utilities, coal and oil & gas) and public infrastructure. With a focus on smart engineering solutions and solid project management, Lucas quickly gained a reputation for solving difficult infrastructure challenges. We became the Australian leader in long distance pipelines and a world leader in horizontal directional drilling (HDD). Lucas leveraged its HDD expertise to enter the resources sector, playing a leading role in Australia’s development of alternative energy sources, such as coal seam gas. We now leverage this knowledge and experience to invest in promising unconventional hydrocarbon acreage, a strategy which has achieved a significant rate of return. Our success is built on more…
UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA
4,771
+61 138827 alumni.office@utas.edu.au
The University of Tasmania is the fourth oldest university in Australia (one of the original sandstone Universities) and is ranked in the top 10 Australian research universities*, the top 2 per cent of universities globally**, and the Top 300 universities in the world***. We have three Tasmanian campuses in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie, and three Sydney facilities in Rozelle, Darlinghurst and Darling Harbour. We have over 2,500 staff, and our student population includes over 31,000 undergraduates, over 600 postgraduates, and over 7000 international students. Our courses are accredited and professionally-recognised by relevant industry and professional bodies in Australia and abroad. Tasmania is an affordable place to live, with a stunning natural environment and a welcoming community. For students looking for an exceptional, personalised university experience that will shape their future success, there is no better place to study. The University is home to more than 20 world-class…
SPIIRE
376
+61 3 9993 7888 adelaide@spiire.com.au
We are an integrated team of passionate civil engineers, landscape architects, surveyors, town planners, urban designers, visual media artists and water engineers providing specialist services to the property and infrastructure sectors. As property and infrastructure consultants, we are connected with the industry, and work together every day to deliver a high level of forward thinking and creative solutions our clients are proud of. With more than 300 employees across our Melbourne, Canberra, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Gippsland and Albury / Wodonga offices, we are one of the region’s most trusted employee owned property and infrastructure consultants supporting local development projects with local expertise.
TAE AEROSPACE
318
+61 419 611 076 tomas.benes@taeaerospace.com
We are recognised around the world as an aerospace company that creates value through innovative thinking and exceptional quality products and services TAE Aerospace offers a comprehensive and integrated range of design, engineering, maintenance, condition monitoring, manufacture and repair solutions to the global aerospace industry. Our services portfolio covers: military gas turbine engines, turbo-prop engines, APUs, fuel control systems, avionics & electrical components and aircraft wheels & brakes. Our aerospace manufacturing capability focusses on the aluminium vacuum brazing process for aerospace solutions. As authorised service centres for aerospace manufacturers, like Honeywell, GE Aviation, Woodward and Pratt & Whitney Aeropower, TAE offers a complete service to our customers throughout our region, from first sale to last service.
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Factors Contributing to the Growth and Success of the Engineering Industry in Australia
Government Initiatives
The Australian government has implemented various initiatives to support the growth and success of the engineering industry. These initiatives include funding for research and development, tax incentives for innovation, and investment in infrastructure development.
Industry Growth and Comparison to Previous Years
The engineering industry in Australia has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by increased demand for infrastructure development, manufacturing, and innovation. The country's growing population, aging infrastructure, and increasing need for sustainability have created opportunities for the engineering industry to contribute to economic growth and development.
The engineering industry in Australia has experienced steady growth in recent years, with the industry's contribution to GDP increasing from AUD 153.7 billion in 2017 to AUD 175 billion in 2022. The industry has also experienced steady employment growth, with the number of people employed in engineering increasing from approximately 1.1 million in 2017 to 1.2 million in 2022.
Key Trends in the Engineering Industry
Technological Disruptions
Technological disruptions have had a significant impact on the engineering industry in Australia, with the use of digital technologies and automation becoming increasingly important. These technologies have enabled businesses to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and offer new services and solutions to clients.
Sustainability
Sustainability has become a significant trend in the engineering industry in Australia, with increasing demand for environmentally sustainable solutions and practices. Many businesses are adopting sustainable practices, such as using renewable energy sources and reducing waste, to reduce their environmental impact and attract environmentally conscious clients.
Challenges Facing the Engineering Industry
Skills Shortages
Skills shortages pose a significant challenge for the engineering industry in Australia, with a shortage of qualified engineers and technicians affecting the industry's ability to meet demand. Addressing this challenge requires investment in education and training, as well as initiatives to attract and retain talent in the industry.
Cost Pressures
Cost pressures are also a significant challenge for the engineering industry in Australia, with increasing competition and changing client demands affecting profitability. Addressing this challenge requires businesses to adopt innovative practices, such as digital technologies and automation, to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Future Outlook for the Engineering Industry
The future outlook for the engineering industry in Australia is positive, with opportunities for growth and innovation. The increasing demand for infrastructure development, manufacturing, and innovation, as well as the government's commitment to investment in research and development and infrastructure development, provide a strong foundation for future growth.
The use of digital technologies, automation, and sustainable practices is likely to become increasingly important as businesses adapt to changing market conditions and client demands. The adoption of these practices can enable businesses to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and offer new services and solutions to clients.
Moreover, the industry can benefit from continued investment in education and training to address skills shortages and attract and retain talent. As the engineering industry in Australia continues to grow and evolve, there is significant potential for innovation and collaboration, making it an exciting time for businesses and professionals in the industry.
Conclusion
The engineering industry in Australia is a vital contributor to the country's economy, providing employment opportunities and driving innovation and growth. The industry's steady growth in recent years has been driven by increased demand for infrastructure development, manufacturing, and innovation. Government initiatives, such as funding for research and development, tax incentives for innovation, and investment in infrastructure development, have also contributed to the industry's growth and success.
However, the engineering industry in Australia also faces significant challenges, such as skills shortages and cost pressures. Addressing these challenges requires businesses to adopt innovative practices, such as digital technologies and sustainable practices, to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Looking ahead, the future outlook for the engineering industry in Australia is positive, with opportunities for growth and innovation. The adoption of digital technologies, automation, and sustainable practices is likely to become increasingly important, and continued investment in education and training can help address skills shortages and attract and retain talent in the industry.
Overall, the engineering industry in Australia has a critical role to play in driving economic growth and development, and businesses that adapt to changing market conditions and client demands are likely to thrive in the future. With continued investment and a focus on innovation and sustainability, the engineering industry in Australia is well-positioned to drive growth and contribute to the country's prosperity.