# Jobs & Industry — 3814, VIC

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

Area: 3814, VIC (Postcode)

A high rate of local employment defines daily life in postcode 3814, where 63.5% of adults are working or looking for work. This is a little above the national figure, and the area maintains a steady unemployment rate of 3.9%. While full-time work remains common, the share of full-time employees fell slightly to 58.4% since 2011.

About 63.5% of adults are in the workforce, which is higher than most similar areas. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, a little below both the Victorian and national figures.

Construction is the most common industry for local workers at 18.5%. Retail trade (9.6%) and health care and social assistance (9.3%) also employ significant numbers of residents.

Technicians and trades people make up the largest group of workers at 20.3%. Managers (15.8%) and professionals (14.3%) are also common roles within the area.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | +22.3% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 63.5% | -1.0% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 58.4% | -4.5% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Construction 18.5%, Retail trade 9.6%, Health care & social assistance 9.3%, Education & training 7.9%, Agriculture, forestry & fishing 7.1%, Manufacturing 5.7%, Other services 5.5%, Public administration & safety 4.7%, Professional & technical 4.4%, Transport & warehousing 4.1%, Accommodation & food 3.8%, Wholesale trade 3.4%, Arts & recreation 3.4%, Administrative & support 2.1%, Finance & insurance 1.6%, Electricity, gas & water 1.3%, Media & telecommunications 0.9%, Rental & real estate 0.9%, Mining 0.2%

**Occupations people work in** — Technicians & trades 20.3%, Managers 15.8%, Professionals 14.3%, Clerical & administrative 12.3%, Labourers 10.8%, Community & personal service 8.4%, Sales workers 7.5%, Machinery operators & drivers 7.1%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA3814/3814-vic/topic/employment