The following trades on the National Skills Shortage Register as at 1st January 2010 applicable to the Manufacturing & Engineering Industries are eligible as for Support for Mid-Career Appentices, Tools For  Your Trade and Rural and Regional Skills Shortage incentives.

Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic (Avionics),

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical),

Boatbuilder & Repairer,

Locksmith,

Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanic,

Toolmaker,

Electronic Equipment Tradesperson,

Fitter,

Flat Glass tradesperson,

Metal Fabricator,

Metal Machinist (First Class),

Sheet Metal Worker (First Class)

Optical Mechanic,

Pressure Welder,

Welder (First Class))