MOBER has partnered with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) to develop workforce training programs for the Philippines’ emerging electric vehicle (EV) sector, as demand grows for skills aligned with cleaner transport and logistics systems.
Under the partnership, the two organizations will collaborate on education and training programs covering EV driving, maintenance, and related technical skills, aimed at preparing workers for employment in green logistics and transport services.
Tesda will oversee the alignment of training competencies with national standards, while Mober will provide trainers, facilities, and access to its operational electric vehicle fleet, along with industry input drawn from its logistics operations.
Officials said the partnership is intended to help localize EV-related competency standards and address skills gaps as the country transitions toward low-emission transport.
The initiative also includes a focus on increasing women’s participation in technical roles within the logistics sector. Mober cited its MoveHer campaign, which encourages female participation in areas traditionally dominated by men, including vehicle operations and maintenance.
Tesda data show that female graduates of technical-vocational education and training programs recorded an employment rate of 85.6 percent, higher than the national average.
“Mober is serious about building new pipelines of skilled female professionals for the green economy,” said Miguel Bermundo, vice president for people and sustainability of Mober. “As the business grows, there is also a responsibility to invest in people and workforce capability.”
Tesda Deputy Director General Nelly Nita Dillera said the partnership would support efforts to upskill women in EV driving, repair, and maintenance, areas expected to see increased demand as electric mobility expands.
The Asia-Pacific electric commercial vehicle market is projected to reach $221 billion by 2029, growing at an annual rate of nearly 18 percent, underscoring the need for a trained workforce to support the sector.
Tesda Secretary and Director General Jose Francisco Benitez said industry partnerships play a critical role in adapting global standards to local conditions. “Having partners from the private sector helps us accelerate the development of relevant competency standards and training pathways for Filipino workers,” he said.
The partnership was formalized during a ceremony at the Tesda Central Office in Taguig, with the participation of the Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines.
Mober said it plans to scale its training initiatives alongside the expansion of its all-electric fleet, as part of broader efforts to support workforce development in sustainable transport and logistics.
