RFT in relation to the Panel Refresh of Trades Recognition Australia Assessment Services Panel for Service Gaps
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About this tender
A part of the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) is an authorised assessing authority for TRA Occupations under the Migration Regulations 1994. TRA provides skills assessment services for people with trade skills gained overseas or in Australia for the purpose of migration. The Services being purchased will support the ongoing delivery of TRA’s Job Ready Program, the Offshore Skills Assessment Program and the Temporary Skills Shortage Skills Assessment Program intended to address identified services gaps in specific occupations and the regions in which these gaps arise. Contact Details Procurement and Grants Advisory Services Team Email Address: procurementandgrants@dewr.gov.au Web Address: http://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au
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