# Jobs & Industry — 4307, QLD

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

Area: 4307, QLD (Postcode)

A low unemployment rate of 3.7% defines the job market in postcode 4307, which is a little below both the state and national figures. Most adults here are active in the workforce, and a high proportion hold full-time roles compared to other similar areas.

About 64.2% of adults are working or looking for work, a figure well above the Australian average of 61.1%. Full-time employment is also a little above the national level at 61.7%, though this has fallen by 3.7 points since 2011.

The local workforce is split across several sectors, with agriculture, forestry and fishing being the largest at 13.8%, followed by construction at 12.5%. Health care and social assistance also make up a significant 10.4% of jobs.

Technicians and trades workers are the most common occupation at 19.5%, followed closely by managers at 18.0%. Clerical and administrative roles account for another 13.3% of the local workforce.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% | -30.9% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 64.2% | -1.1% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 61.7% | -5.6% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 13.8%, Construction 12.5%, Health care & social assistance 10.4%, Education & training 8.8%, Manufacturing 6.8%, Public administration & safety 6.8%, Retail trade 6.7%, Transport & warehousing 4.8%, Accommodation & food 4.6%, Professional & technical 4.3%, Other services 3.6%, Wholesale trade 3.2%, Administrative & support 2.0%, Finance & insurance 1.9%, Arts & recreation 1.6%, Rental & real estate 1.5%, Mining 1.2%, Electricity, gas & water 1.2%, Media & telecommunications 0.7%

**Occupations people work in** — Technicians & trades 19.5%, Managers 18.0%, Clerical & administrative 13.3%, Community & personal service 10.9%, Labourers 10.7%, Professionals 9.2%, Machinery operators & drivers 8.9%, Sales workers 7.5%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA4307/4307-qld/topic/employment