# Jobs & Industry — 5272, SA

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

Area: 5272, SA (Postcode)

A much higher share of people are working or looking for work in postcode 5272 compared to the rest of the country. This area has an exceptionally strong employment rate, with a typical unemployment rate of just 2.2%. While full-time work has dipped slightly since 2011, it remains well above national levels.

About 68.2% of adults are working or looking for work, which is well above the South Australian figure of 60.0%. Full-time employment is also much higher than most areas at 63.3%, though this is 4.0 percentage points lower than in 2011.

Agriculture, forestry and fishing is the dominant industry here, employing 53.8% of the workforce. Other common industries include education and training at 7.2% and construction at 6.0%.

Managers make up the largest group of workers at 39.8%, followed by labourers at 18.1%. Technicians and trades account for 8.6% of roles, while clerical and administrative staff make up 7.2%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% | +24.8% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 68.2% | -8.1% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 63.3% | -6.0% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 53.8%, Education & training 7.2%, Construction 6.0%, Health care & social assistance 5.4%, Retail trade 4.8%, Manufacturing 4.4%, Transport & warehousing 3.2%, Wholesale trade 2.8%, Administrative & support 2.4%, Accommodation & food 2.2%, Professional & technical 1.6%, Public administration & safety 1.6%, Other services 1.2%, Mining 0.6%, Arts & recreation 0.6%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 39.8%, Labourers 18.1%, Technicians & trades 8.6%, Clerical & administrative 7.2%, Professionals 6.8%, Community & personal service 6.2%, Sales workers 4.6%, Machinery operators & drivers 4.6%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5272/5272-sa/topic/employment