Ford drops the axe on 20 per cent of its Aussie workforce, 400 to lose jobs
More than 400 Australian jobs are set to be lost at car manufacturing giant Ford.
Jun 22, 2023, updated May 22, 2025
The last Ford Falcon built at the Broadmeadows assembly plant leaves the production line almost 10 years ago. Another 400 Ford employees are about to lose their jobs. (AAP Image/Supplied by Pulse Communication)
Most of the roles to be cut are in product development and design, with a small number in other areas.
About 1800 people work for the company in Australia, meaning more than one in five are set to lose their jobs.
The company said it has started a consultation process with unions and employees about a “separation program”.
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Australian operations will continue to be the headquarters for development of the Ranger and Everest models.
“The changes are part of Ford’s global drive to improve efficiency and transform its operations to meet future needs,” a spokesman said.
The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union has been contacted for comment.
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