Leveraging Procurement Policy Expertise: Sedo Group’s Insights into the Australian Skills Guarantee

At Sedo Group, we understand that procurement policies play an important role in ensuring that workforce development opportunities are available for our emerging workforce.

In Victoria, our team has comprehensive experience guiding clients through the workforce development policy, Victoria’s Major Projects Skills Guarantee (MPSG), a policy that mandates job opportunities for apprentices, trainees, and cadets on major government projects. Our success in helping clients implement MPSG-compliant procurement strategies has given us valuable insights that are directly transferable to the newly introduced Commonwealth Government Australian Skills Guarantee (ASG). 

What Is the Australian Skills Guarantee? 

The Australian Skills Guarantee is a federal initiative designed to strengthen workforce participation by requiring that a minimum of 10% of labour hours on major government projects are undertaken by apprentices, trainees, or cadets. This policy ensures that government investment in infrastructure projects actively supports skills development and pathways into secure, long-term employment. 

How to Achieve ASG Success 

Our in-depth knowledge of the MPSG has equipped us with the skills and procurement strategies needed to help clients adapt to the ASG’s national framework. Sedo Group understands how to develop and implement workforce development strategies that align with government policies and deliver measurable outcomes. 

Key areas where our expertise adds value include: 

• Workforce Planning: Designing comprehensive workforce development strategies that incorporate apprentices, trainees, and cadets into project delivery. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Building partnerships with registered training organisations (RTOs), industry groups, and workforce agencies to support skills development. 

• Compliance Management: Ensuring clients meet reporting and compliance obligations through effective data tracking and documentation. 

• Targeted Inclusion: Advising on inclusive workforce strategies that create opportunities for underrepresented groups, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. 

Why Workforce Development Strategies Matter 

The ASG isn’t just about compliance—it’s about building a sustainable workforce and strengthening industries for the future. With ongoing labour shortages and a growing need for skilled workers, businesses that effectively integrate workforce development into their operations will gain a competitive advantage. 

By embedding skills development into project delivery, companies can: 

• Future-proof their workforce by developing talent pipelines. 

• Enhance project outcomes through a skilled and diverse workforce. 
• Strengthen community impact by creating meaningful employment opportunities. 

Partner with Sedo Group to Deliver on the Australian Skills Guarantee 

Navigating new procurement policies like the Australian Skills Guarantee requires deep expertise and a strategic approach. Sedo Group specialises in social procurement, helping businesses integrate workforce development into their broader procurement strategy to create lasting economic and community impact.

By leveraging social procurement, businesses can meet government compliance requirements while also contributing to local job creation and workforce diversity. Sedo Group is ready to help your organisation develop effective workforce development strategies that not only meet compliance requirements but also deliver long-term value. 

Ready to future-proof your workforce and deliver real impact? Connect with Sedo Group today to learn how we can support your success under the Australian Skills Guarantee. 

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