Approaching employers for work can pay off
A direct approach to employers, even if they haven’t advertised a job vacancy, can pay off for some proactive people looking for work.
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A direct approach to employers, even if they haven’t advertised a job vacancy, can pay off for some proactive people looking for work.
Research published by the Department of Jobs and Small Business shows that while refugees can find entering the labour market very challenging, Australian employers value their contribution and skills.
Many Health Care and Social Assistance related jobs are growing strongly as Australia’s population ages and the National Disability Insurance Scheme rollout continues.
Job advertisement growth over the past year was faster in regional areas than in capital cities, according to the latest data from the Internet Vacancy Index (IVI). This reflects a trend towards stronger growth in regional areas since June 2016.
The majority of employers who have hired an ex-offender have reported a positive outcome, with some saying they are the ‘best workers’.
Employment projections indicate that over 90% of new jobs over the next five years will require post-school education.
A new tool launched this week will help people looking for work—or a career change—to find out what skills are in demand where they live.
The Internet Vacancy Index (IVI) explores opportunities in the labour market at a detailed occupational and regional level.
The Department of Jobs and Small Business has projected that total employment will increase by 886,100 (7.1%) over the next five years.
Sydney has one of the strongest jobs markets in Australia, according to research from the Department of Jobs and Small Business.
An annual jobs report produced by the Department of Jobs and Small Business shows that labour market conditions strengthened considerably over the year to January 2018.
The recruitment market in Hobart is strengthening, according to research conducted by the Department of Jobs and Small Business.
Inconsistencies between different sets of ABS employment data can be a trap for economic analysts and journalists trying to interpret and understand the figures.
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