#Jobs
The hottest tech jobs in Australia right now detailed in new report
A new report by the professional association for Australia’s tech sector reveals the IT roles most in-demand in the country.
Exclusive: Experts outline wishlist for national jobs and skills summit
The Jobs and Skills Summit (the Summit) will bring together Australians from all walks of life, including unions, employers, civil society, and government, to address our common economic concerns and suggest both short-term and long-term answers.
A significant increase in hospitality jobs available on Supp
The technology platform ‘Supp’ is witnessing a major increase in available jobs for hospitality workers as Australia rebuilds its economy.
Australian small business revenue rises above pre-pandemic average as jobs recover
New data from Xero shows that small businesses have recorded a positive revenue growth for nine consecutive months despite snap lockdowns.
Investment NSW to boost economy and jobs as part of COVID-19 recovery
The NSW Government has today opened its Investment NSW agency, which aims to maximise economic benefits and jobs for NSW.
Victoria claims title of Australia’s job capital as employment numbers surge
Victoria has claimed a post-lockdown victory with promising employment numbers that place the state ahead of the rest of Australia.
Australia’s employment landscape recovers as 43 per cent of companies raise headcount in 2021
The Michael Page Talent Trends report reveals that 43 per cent of businesses expect to increase their headcount in 2021.
LinkedIn’s top 15 jobs on the rise in 2021
The LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise in 2021 report has revealed the 15 top jobs on the rise in 2021, with health and care-taker jobs dominating the list. The top industries were mental health specialists, healthcare and the medical profession, and social work. This includes jobs such as registered nurse, mental health practitioner and social […]
NSW economy retains pole position
Consistent strength across the board sees NSW retain pole position according to CommSec’s latest State of the States report released today. Of the key economic indicators considered in the report – including economic growth, retail spending, and unemployment – NSW is consistently strong, ranking second in seven of the eight indicators. Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said […]
‘Unions not penalty rates’ hit workers
Gov says it has nothing to do with penalty rates.
Why international recruiting is not just for big companies
International recruiting is important for small companies too.
Will Atlassian have to relocate overseas?
The recent 457 Visa changes are impeding Australia’s capacity for innovation and they could force Atlassian to relocate its headquarters overseas, warns the home-grown software giant’s co-founder and co-CEO, Mike Cannon-Brookes. In an address to the Senate Committee on the future of Worker and workers in Melbourne on Tuesday, Cannon-Brookes said that technology had taken […]
“Best year for jobs growth ever” in 2017: Cash
Labor force figures released by the ABS this week show more than 403,000 jobs were created in Australia in 2017, with Minister for Jobs and Innovation Michaelia Cash proclaiming it the “best year for jobs growth ever”. The ABS figures also show that the number of jobs increased for the 15th straight month in December, […]
Cabinet reshuffle: new Small Business Minister appointed, Jobs & innovation portfolio created
A cabinet reshuffle has been announced by Prime Minister, with Michaelia Cash named Minister for Jobs and Innovation, and Craig Laundy promoted to Minister for Small and Family Business, Workplaces and Deregulation. Cash, formerly the Minister for Employment and Women, assumes responsibility for a new portfolio focused on jobs creation as part of her reassignment. […]
NSW unemployment hits five-year low
Unemployment has hit a five-year low in NSW, dropping to 4.6% – more than a full percentage point below the next best state and almost a full percentage point below the national average. The latest figures from the ABS show 21,100 new jobs were added in September, about 2.5 times more than Victoria, the next closest state. […]
Australia’s first renewable energy start-up accelerator launching in Sydney: apply now
Sydney will host Australia’s first start-up accelerator program focused on developing clean energy technology companies. Founded by Piers Grove and Nick Lake, EnergyLab is a not-for-profit business incubator that will operate out of the Blackfriars School House, UTS in Chippendale. It was the recipient of a $120,000 grant from Jobs for NSW, which the state government […]
NSW jobs agency supports deal to facilitate the growth of 40 emerging fintech companies
A fintech start-up accelerator has received a $2 million loan guarantee from Jobs for NSW, the state government-backed job creation agency, to access $4 million in funding to grow up to 40 new companies. H2 Ventures will invest $100,000 in each start-up for a 10% equity stake. The start-up accelerator, which has a focus on […]
Why a Mobile Hiring Strategy is a MUST for 2017
Mobile is not only here to stay, it’s the way forward. Even the smallest of businesses now recognise the importance of providing a seamless mobile experience for their customers. But what about their potential employees? A recent survey conducted by LinkedIn found that 64% of professionals have used their mobile to search for job opportunities. And nearly […]
The robots are coming (and sooner than you think): what does this mean for businesses?
Consider your repetitive daily tasks. Do you, or your employees, follow a process to perform these? If so, then this job, or at least the repetitive part of it, will almost definitely be replaced by a robotic usurper. No industry will be unchanged from the “robot revolution”. Disruption is already occurring in many of the […]
Employers talent-hungry despite deep graduate pool: solutions brainstormed by Indeed panel
Graduates are unable to find jobs that make use of their qualifications but employers are struggling to find the right talent. Solutions to this mismatch, including a shift away from the ‘disciplinary silo’ mindset, were discussed at a recent panel event hosted by Indeed, the world’s largest job site. The panel, ‘Tapping into Australia’s high potential workforce’, was held at […]
Why you need to create a culture of courage in your business
Earlier this year the World Economic Forum published its Future Jobs Report and the research listed ‘complex problem solving’, ‘critical thinking’ and ‘creativity’ as the most valuable skills for 2020. Nurturing these skills will enable your business to adapt and thrive in an era of unprecedented fast paced disruption. Here are several behaviours you can […]
StartupAUS outlines Federal policy priorities to improve start-up scene and strengthen economy
Australia’s national peak advocacy group for technology entrepreneurship, StartupAUS, has outlined its Federal policy priorities to improve capital and talent for Australian startups and strengthen economic prosperity. The recommendations were presented to The Hon. Christopher Pyne, Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science last Friday 9th October at a special board meeting. Policy action items recommended […]
Fair Work Commission introduces changes to annual leave
A review has resulted in a range of changes, including new capabilities for employers to direct employees to take paid annual leave when the worker is accumulating a excessive amount of leave.
Nurse graduates struggling to find job security
Only 15 per cent of respondents claimed they currently had secure jobs, while over a third of nurse and midwifery graduates said they were jobless.