People Improvers offers industry-focussed training courses that enable organisations to upskill their workforce in the areas of competitive systems and practice (Lean).
We provide Registered Training Organisation services to our sister company Productivity Improvers.
Training

Lean Leader (Simulated Work Environment – SWE)
This unique mini automated production line, located within the newly established Tasmanian Manufacturing Centre of Excellence in Burnie, allows for the intensive training of lean tools and thinking. Engaged participants report immediate change in the way they view their work.

MSS40322 Certificate IV (Lean) Competitive Systems & Practices
Competitive systems and practices are the principles and tools that have been developed in the manufacturing sectors over the last 80 years, often referred to as Lean manufacturing, Lean production or just ‘Lean’.

Lean Leader (Mobile Car Game)
Our powerful teaching tool: “the Car Game.” This interactive simulation simplifies Lean principles, making them accessible and actionable. Participants engage in building and optimising a toy car production line, exploring diverse strategies to boost efficiency.

Short Courses
In addition to our Lean Leader SWE and Certificate IV courses, People lmprovers can now offer your business a choice of short courses to compliment your Lean Training.
Hear from Our Valued Customers
“The content and how it was delivered was really well put together. I see this as one of the most valuable training courses I have been through.”
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“Course catered for a variety of learning styles including a very impressive hands-on practical workshop.”
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“Course knowledge was given in an engaging and interactive manner, with plenty of examples drawn from real-life scenarios. Participants were encouraged to draw parallels between examples provided in the course and experiences in their own workplace.”
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About Our Team

Michael Bonney
Director

Clynton Jaffray
Director

Sonia Hodgetts
Chief Executive Officer

Katie Tomes
SWE Coordinator/RTO Support Officer
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Schedule:
Day 1 Learn the basics of Lean and prepare for the SWE Day
Day 2 Participate in the Simulated Work Environment Day
Day 3 Reflective learning and Industry tour.
Participants learn to remove waste from any process, improving quality, reducing safety incidents and costs and improving productivity. This is a great team building experience, which also strengthens communication and team collaboration. This training can provide formal recognition of the following competencies, which will contribute to qualifications in Competitive Systems and Practices.
Units of Competency:
MSS403014 Facilitate Team Engagement with Competitive Systems and Practices
MSS403081 Ensure Process Improvements are sustained
MSS403026 Work within a constrained process
Full cost is $2100. Eligible businesses will be offered the opportunity for subsidies through Skills Tasmania.
There are some eligibility restrictions for Visa holders.

Certificate IV in Competitive Systems and Practices – MSS40322 People Improvers (RTO ID 45208), through their sister company Productivity Improvers, deliver Certificate IV in Competitive Systems and Practices. This certification targets team leaders or individuals who are responsible for facilitating and monitoring the implementation of competitive systems and practices. Participants will utilise their knowledge and analytical skills to drive change and foster efficiency improvements in a team environment and on an individual basis.
Duration: 8 Months including 1 face to face session per month for 6 months.
It is appropriate to allocate time in the workplace for applying the learning (2-8hrs per month).
The 12 units covered are as follows:
MSMWHS200 – Work safely
MSS403003 – Contribute to improvements in competitive systems and practices
MSS403012 – Facilitate change in a competitive systems and practices environment
MSS403057 – Map an Operational Process
MSS403008 – Facilitate use of a Balanced Scorecard for performance improvement
MSS405078 – Lead and manage people within competitive systems and practices
MSS403045 – Facilitate and improve 5S
MSMENV472 – Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
MSS403037 – Implement the visual workplace
MSS403059 – Facilitate continuous improvement through the use of standardised procedures and practices
MSS404051 – Mistake proof a process
MSS402084 – Undertake Root Cause Analysis
Full Cost: $5,250 per person
Eligible businesses will be offering the opportunity for substantial subsidies through Skills Tasmania. There are some eligibility restrictions for Visa holders.
Duration 4 x 2-hour sessions + individual follow up
Full Cost $575.00
Delivery: Statewide
Frequency: On Demand
These sessions will provide students with a practical understanding one of the lean foundational tools 5S. Using the
cornerstone actions of Sort, Set, Shine, Standardise and Sustain identifying and minimising waste and providing a
framework of continuous improvement.
Duration 1 day + individual follow up
Full Cost $535.00
Delivery: Statewide
Frequency: On Demand
Standard Work is a foundational tool of Lean and reduces variation in the processes enabling us to achieve consistent
safety, quality, velocity, and cost.
Duration 1 day + individual follow up
Full Cost $535.00
Delivery: Statewide
Frequency: On Demand
Root Cause is a method of problem solving to discover the root cause of faults though a number of techniques.

Duration 2 days
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Delivery: Worldwide
Frequency: On Demand
Go beyond theory, immersing our clients in the Lean methodology through hands-on experience.
Our program equips participants with the skills to eliminate waste, elevate quality, enhance safety, cut costs, and turbocharge productivity.
Experience the transformative power of Lean through this engaging team-building exercise, fostering communication and collaboration through teamwork.
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Duration 3 hours
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Delivery: Burnie – Online
Frequency: On Demand
A shortened Lean Leader for people who have previously attended the SWE Lean Leader Training as a refresher.