The document discusses higher level skills development and employer engagement processes for several sectors in North West England. It identifies skills shortages across various industries including aerospace, automotive, electronics, marine, technical textiles, and chemicals. Examples of shortages include a lack of science and engineering graduates with work experience, maintenance engineers, design engineers, and technical leaders. Potential collaborative projects are outlined to address these shortages through activities such as sandwich degree courses, graduate and higher apprenticeships, and workforce development initiatives.

1. North West England Higher Level Skills Development and Employer Engagement Processes for Advanced Engineering and Materials

10. Five stage process leading to industry agreement to a programme of collaborative action: Stage 1: needs assessment Stage 2: analysis of current provision Stage 3: gap analysis Stage 4: scope for collaborative action by employers Stage 5: action plan with key delivery partners Sector Skills Agreements (SSAs)