Labor’s Spokesperson for Workplace Relations, Michelle O’Byrne, has called on the State Government to confirm whether or not it was consulted over the removal of mandatory skills assessment for trades workers employed as temporary migrants under the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement.
“Skills assessment requirements are being removed for ten occupations, including electricians,” Ms O’Byrne said.
“Does the Hodgman Government have an opinion on these significant changes or was it kept in the dark like the rest of Australia?”
“Does the State Government endorse the change of policy?
Ms O’Byrne said The Federal Shadow Minister for Trade & Investment, Penny Wong, has raised some very valid points in relation to skills assessment removal.
“Labor is right to ask what safeguards have been put in place to maintain safety standards in Australian workplaces?
“And has the provision been based on advice from Australian occupational and trades skills regulators?”
Michelle O’Byrne MP Deputy Labor Leader, Labor Spokesperson for Workplace Relations
