S2E3: Solving Australia’s Engineering Skills Shortage with Romilly Madew, CEO of Engineers Australia

In this episode of Infrastructure Matters, we sit down with Romilly Madew, CEO of Engineers Australia, to tackle the pressing skills shortage in Australia’s engineering sector. Romilly shares her insights on the declining number of students pursuing STEM subjects, strategies to retain women in engineering roles, and the importance of attracting internationally trained engineers to bolster the workforce.

We also discuss innovative approaches to promoting engineering as a viable career path, the need for a cohesive partnership between schools, universities, and industries, and how Engineers Australia is spearheading efforts to modernize the profession. Whether you're part of the infrastructure industry or curious about the future of engineering in Australia, this episode offers invaluable perspectives and actionable strategies to address the skills gap.