The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed Transport Women Australia as a new member association.
Established in 1999, Transport Women Australia Limited (TWAL) is the leading association representing women in transport and logistics. It is a member-based, not for profit organisation supporting women and non-traditional career paths in all areas of the industry.
ATA Chair Mark Parry said TWAL's expertise in supporting women in the trucking industry would be a huge benefit for the ATA.
"Our industry faces a national shortage of truck drivers and diesel mechanics, and there's a huge demand for managers, schedulers and compliance staff. There's a huge range of opportunities for the right people," Mr Parry said.
"The ATA has developed a workforce and driver training strategy for the industry with input from experts like the team at Transport Women Australia, but we need to work closer together as we seek to encourage more women and people from diverse backgrounds to work in trucking."
TWAL Chair Jacquelene Brotherton said that becoming a member of the ATA was a major step in strengthening the organisation.
"Our membership will ensure that TWAL is included in the decision making that affects our industry. It will allow us to contribute to the wider trucking community from our areas of expertise," Ms Brotherton said.
"We look forward to being a different voice at the table to help shape our industry for future generations."
