# Jobs & Industry — 3046, VIC

Work across the area — who is in the labour force, in which industries and jobs.

Area: 3046, VIC (Postcode)

A jump in the number of adults working or looking for work since 2011 defines the recent job market in postcode 3046. While more people are active in the workforce, the unemployment rate remains much higher than most areas. This combination shows a community that is more engaged in employment than a decade ago, though finding work can still be a challenge.

The proportion of adults working or looking for work rose 8.6 points since 2011 to 61.3%. Despite this growth, the unemployment rate is 5.6%, which is much higher than most similar areas.

Health care and social assistance is the most common industry for local workers at 13.5%. Other major sectors include construction at 9.5% and a three-way tie between professional services, education, and retail at 8.4% each.

Professionals make up the largest group of workers at 25.2%. Technicians and trades follow at 13.8%, with clerical and administrative roles accounting for 13.2% of jobs.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 5.6% | -11.2% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 61.3% | +16.3% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 59.8% | -4.2% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Health care & social assistance 13.5%, Construction 9.5%, Professional & technical 8.4%, Education & training 8.4%, Retail trade 8.4%, Accommodation & food 7.5%, Public administration & safety 6.9%, Transport & warehousing 6.2%, Manufacturing 6.1%, Finance & insurance 5.0%, Administrative & support 4.4%, Other services 3.2%, Wholesale trade 2.1%, Media & telecommunications 1.8%, Arts & recreation 1.6%, Rental & real estate 1.1%, Electricity, gas & water 1.0%, Agriculture, forestry & fishing 0.2%, Mining 0.1%

**Occupations people work in** — Professionals 25.2%, Technicians & trades 13.8%, Clerical & administrative 13.2%, Community & personal service 11.5%, Managers 10.9%, Labourers 10.1%, Sales workers 7.2%, Machinery operators & drivers 6.1%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA3046/3046-vic/topic/employment