The lifting industry is at a crossroads. As experienced professionals retire and fewer young people enter the trade, companies are facing an urgent recruitment crisis. A shortage of skilled labour is placing increasing pressure on operations, productivity, and safety standards. Coupled with growing demands for technical compliance and innovation, the industry must act fast to secure a sustainable future. If left unaddressed, these challenges could have serious consequences for business continuity and sector-wide growth.
Join LEEA on Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) 12th June for an exclusive reveal of the findings from their newly launched State of the Lifting Industry Survey. This in-depth study has gathered insights from industry leaders and frontline professionals to paint a clear picture of the recruitment and skills development landscape. In this webinar, LEEA’s CEO Ross Moloney and Director of Membership Matt Barber, break down the data and explore the real-world implications for businesses like yours. Whether you're managing a workforce or shaping training programs, these findings will give you the clarity needed to navigate the current talent shortfall.
LEEA will also share actionable strategies to help companies attract, retain, and upskill talent. Learn how leading organisations are responding to the crisis with innovative approaches to training, apprenticeships, and internal career progression. The session will equip you with fresh ideas and practical tools to address your workforce challenges—ensuring your team is prepared not only for today’s demands but also tomorrow’s opportunities.
Don’t miss this vital industry briefing. If your business is feeling the pressure of a shrinking talent pool or struggling to find the next generation of skilled workers, this webinar is for you. Register now to gain the insights and solutions you need to future-proof your workforce—and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand the critical workforce challenges facing the global lifting industry, including the impact of an ageing workforce, declining recruitment, and the growing demand for technical skills and compliance.
- Gain exclusive insights from LEEA’s State of the Lifting Industry Survey, with data-driven analysis highlighting current trends, key skills gaps, and the real-world implications for businesses across the lifting supply chain.
- Explore proven strategies and practical tools to attract, retain, and upskill talent, including innovative approaches to training, apprenticeships, and internal development programs used by industry leaders.
- Learn how to future-proof your workforce by applying actionable takeaways that support long-term sustainability, safety, and competitiveness in your organisation and across the lifting sector.
