The future workforce
With a rising population and more tourism, jobs are growing in Gippsland. The region is experiencing an increase in local products, and a growing appetite for clean energy.
Over the three years from 2023 to 2026, it is expected that the region will need 11,701 new workers*.
At the same time, the skills required by employers are becoming more complex. Those looking for work can benefit from upskilling in new areas or completing further training to access new opportunities.
Top jobs with a VET pathway
Below are some top occupations in Gippsland which can be entered through a Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathway. Figures show the number of workers in 2023 and the new workers expected to enter the workforce by 2026.
‘New workers expected’ accounts for workers adding new jobs to the economy and replacing retirees over the next 3 years. These forecasts are estimates only. There will be additional jobs available as people move between jobs and industries.
| Occupation | Workers 2023 | Workforce growth 2023-2026 | New workers needed by 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aged and disabled carers | 3,005 | 5.3% | 814 |
| Nursing support and personal care workers | 981 | 3.2% | 196 |
| Chefs | 946 | 2.9% | 131 |
| Registered nurses | 3,479 | 1.9% | 413 |
| Livestock farmers | 4,410 | -1.3% | 325 |
Top industries
Below are the top 10 industries in Gippsland in 2023. Figures show the number of workers in 2023 and the new workers expected to enter the workforce by 2026.
‘New workers expected’ accounts for workers adding new jobs to the economy and replacing retirees over the next 3 years. These forecasts are estimates only. There will be additional jobs available as people move between jobs and industries.
| Industry | Workers 2023 | Workforce growth 2023-2026 | New workers needed by 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation and food services | 7,801 | 3.7% | 1,330 |
| Health care and social assistance | 21,914 | 3.1% | 3,526 |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 5,403 | 1.4% | 489 |
| Manufacturing | 8,866 | 0.7% | 765 |
| Public administration and safety | 7,978 | 0.7% | 663 |
| Education and training | 9,160 | 0.5% | 804 |
| Other services | 6,864 | -0.2% | 348 |
| Construction | 9,749 | -0.6% | 350 |
| Retail trade | 15,859 | -0.7% | 498 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11,079 | -0.9% | 788 |
Resources to plan your next steps
Visit our Gippsland regional profile to find out about:
- where you can do a training course
- local career success stories
- help finding a job and planning your career in Gippsland
- future job growth and top industries in the region.
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* Sourced from Victorian Skills Authority Employment Forecast Dashboard. Note that the qualification levels required for these occupations will vary.
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