The Mount Isa Regional Jobs Committee (RJC) is delivering local solutions to local workforce challenges through our Annual Action Plan. This plan outlines strategic, community-led initiatives designed to improve job opportunities, strengthen training pathways and support economic growth in Mount Isa and Camooweal.
We stay flexible and responsive—adapting to economic shifts and government priorities as they arise. Progress is reviewed regularly and shared with our partners and community.
What We’re Tackling
Mount Isa faces unique challenges, including:
Skills shortages and gaps in training opportunities
Youth employment barriers and limited career pathways
Heavy reliance on FIFO workers
Closure of key industries and the need to diversify the economy
Geographic isolation and high living costs impacting workforce attraction
Limited access to education, identification and early childhood services—especially in First Nations communities
How the Plan Was Created
This plan was built with and for the community.
From the beginning, the Mount Isa RJC has prioritised genuine engagement—listening to local voices, insights and lived experiences across Mount Isa and Camooweal. Through community forums, stakeholder workshops, working groups and one-on-one conversations, we’ve gathered real stories, local knowledge and practical solutions.
The result is a shared vision for workforce development—driven by data, guided by collaboration and grounded in a common goal: to increase economic participation and create lasting opportunities for all members of our community.
This is a plan shaped by Mount Isa LGA, for Mount Isa LGA.
Summary of Key Initiatives
The Mount Isa RJC is leading the way with locally driven, community-focused solutions to address workforce challenges and unlock new opportunities across our region.
Our initiatives are strategic, inclusive and designed with the unique needs of Mount Isa and Camooweal in mind—ensuring that local voices shape local action.
Want to explore the plan in more detail? We’ve created two versions to suit your needs:
👉 Community Snapshot – Easy to Read Version  | 👉Mount Isa Annual Action Plan (AAP)  |
1. Identifying Workforce Needs
- Local Workforce Community Forum: A region-wide engagement to bring together community, industry, and government to identify local skilling and workforce issues.
Camooweal Employment Workshop: Targeted session to uncover and address employment gaps in remote communities.
2. Education, Training & Career Pathways
Co-Design of Training Programs: Collaborative development of courses and training with schools, RTOs, TAFE, universities, and local businesses.
Employment Survey & Data Literacy Project: Gathering data on workforce needs to improve planning and alignment of training with industry demands.
Explore Your Future – Jobs Expo: Supporting job seekers and school leavers through hands-on career exploration and direct employer engagement.
Industry Skill Builders Working Group: Driving targeted training and skills mapping with employers and education providers.
3. Sector-Specific Workforce Development
Lead the North West MPX Jobs Expo: Focusing on skilling for the booming construction and manufacturing sectors.
Workforce Alliance Working Group: Improving coordination among employment service providers to better serve job seekers and employers.
4. Place-Based & Community-Led Growth
Camooweal Community Development Initiatives:
Infrastructure & Tourism Development
Natural Skills & Community Participation
Youth Empowerment & Safe Spaces
These projects aim to strengthen local pride, build resilience and create long-term job pathways in Camooweal.
5. Attraction, Retention & Regional Branding
Discover Mount Isa: Your Next Opportunity
A campaign promoting Mount Isa’s career options, lifestyle, and culture to attract skilled workers and new residents.Career Pathway Information Hub
An online platform to connect people with training, job opportunities, and support services.
6. First Nations Empowerment
Second Chance Integration Program
Supporting ex-offenders with pathways into work and education.Enhancing Access to Identification
Working with agencies to remove barriers around ID and birth registration for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Strengthening Early Childhood Education
Boosting access to early learning and training pathways for First Nations communities.
"Each initiative is locally led, action-focused, and designed to deliver real impact—driving a stronger, more resilient workforce across Mount Isa and Camooweal. These initiatives also play a vital role in building capacity and capability within our RJC Committee, Working Groups, and broader stakeholder network—laying the foundations for sustained collaboration, community-driven solutions, and future leadership across the region".
