This survey has been commissioned by Northern Ireland Maritime & Offshore (NIMO), in partnership with the UK Shipbuilding Skills Delivery Group and resourced by Belfast Labour Market Partnership. The survey forms part of a cross-sectoral skills study which will help build a clear picture of current and future workforce needs across shipbuilding and fit out, maritime, ports & harbours, on and offshore renewables, electricity and grid, and advanced manufacturing. By gathering input from employers and stakeholders, we aim to identify:
· The job roles and skills most in demand in the short and medium term.
· The levels of training and qualifications required to meet those needs.
· Where skills overlap across sectors, creating opportunities for upskilling and career mobility.
The data gathered will be used to provide evidence that informs:
· Training programmes delivered by further and higher education institutions and private training providers.
· Policy and investment decisions made by government and industry.
· Workforce planning to ensure that the right skills are available to support growth across these sectors.
Please note that not every gap identified will be directly funded or addressed. Instead, the findings will highlight priority areas where action is most needed. We are grateful for the time you take to complete this survey. All information collected will be processed in line with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and will be used only for the purposes of this research. If you have any questions about this study, please contact Ciaran Boylan (e-mail ciaran@locusmgt.com)
