Addressing the Global Skills Gap: Empowering Tomorrow’s Plumbing Workforce
Building on the conversation around global workforce development through TVET, this panel explores practical strategies to address the critical shortage of skilled professionals in the plumbing and heating sector. Leaders from industry, education, and professional bodies will examine approaches to recruitment, retention, and long-term career development.
The discussion will highlight the role of workplace mentoring, values-led leadership, and inclusive organisational culture—alongside the importance of recognising lived experience, progression pathways, and professional identity. From entry-level access to career-long advancement, this session spotlights actionable strategies to empower the next generation of skilled tradespeople in response to evolving economic and environmental demands.