Information gathered in this survey remains confidential – aggregated results will be analysed and used in the study.
This survey will inform:
• Workforce planning for the May 2026 Jobs & Business Expo
• Training and information sessions delivered at the Expo
• A broader Workforce Development Strategy
The survey takes approximately 8–10 minutes to complete.
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We thank you for your valuable contributions to this important study.

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1. Business name (optional):

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2. Your location:

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3. Your operating area:

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4. Primary industry sector (Select all that apply):

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5. Your role:

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6. Current number of employees in your business / agency (approximate):

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7. What occupational mix do you have? (approximate numbers):

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8. Are workforce shortages causing (Select all that apply):

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9. Do you expect staffing changes in the next 2 years?

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10. In your business, what roles are the hardest to recruit? (please list up to 5)

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11. For the answers you gave in Q 10, What is the estimated number needed?

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12. Again, for the answers you gave in Q 10 how quickly do you need these roles?

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13. What skills are in short supply?

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14. On average, how long does it take to fill a vacancy?

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15. Thinking about workorce shortages in your business, which of the following reflects your experience?

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16. Key barriers to recruitment (Select all that apply):

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17. Staff accommodation - which of the following reflects your experience:

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18. Do you currently provide staff accommodation?

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19. What type of training would most improve your workforce capability? (Select all that apply):

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20. Do you value micro-credentials style of training (i.e. 2 hours–1 day):

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21. Preferred training delivery mode:

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22. Do you currently use a Registered Training Organisation?

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23. If yes, which provider(s)?

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24. How frequently do you use a Registered Training Organisation?

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25. Do you currently use a Workforce Job Provider to recruit staff (e.g. Seek, Best Employment etc)?

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26. If yes, which provider(s)?

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27. Would you employ (Select all that apply):

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28. If yes, in what roles?

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29. Would you be willing to (Select all that apply):

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30. What workforce trends are you observing (short-term / long-term)?

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31. Rank the top three priorities for workforce development in our region:

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32. How could regional partners better support your workforce needs?

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