Women's Month is an opportunity not only to celebrate the growing contribution women are making across South Africa's automotive industry, but also to acknowledge the work still required to ensure they have equal opportunities to succeed.<\/p>\n
While traditionally regarded as a male-dominated sector, the automotive industry is steadily evolving as more women enter technical, management and leadership roles. New Motor Industry Bargaining Council (MIBCO) workforce data shows that women now make up almost 95 000 employees across South Africa's organised automotive retail aftermarket, representing approximately 30% of the industry's 316 945 employees. While this reflects steady progress, it also highlights the significant opportunity to grow female participation in technical, operational and leadership roles.<\/p>\n
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) believes this momentum must continue if the industry is to address critical skills shortages while building a workforce that…<\/p>\n