# Jobs & Industry — 6353, WA

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

Area: 6353, WA (Postcode)

Full-time work is far more common in postcode 6353 than in most similar areas. This region stands out for its high employment rates and an exceptionally low unemployment rate of just 0.6%. Most of the local workforce is tied to the land, with over a third of people working in agriculture, forestry and fishing.

Adults working or looking for work make up 73% of the population, which is far above the national figure of 61.1%. Full-time employment is also very high at 69.1%, although this has fallen slightly by 2.2 points since 2011.

Agriculture, forestry and fishing is the dominant industry, employing 37.4% of the workforce. Other significant sectors include health care and social assistance at 8.5%, and wholesale trade at 7.4%.

Managers make up the largest group of workers at 32.8%. Technicians and trades people follow at 12%, with labourers and professionals also representing significant shares of the local workforce at 11.1% and 10.9%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.6% | -53.2% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 73.0% | -3.9% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 69.1% | -3.1% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 37.4%, Health care & social assistance 8.5%, Wholesale trade 7.4%, Retail trade 6.7%, Education & training 6.7%, Transport & warehousing 5.7%, Public administration & safety 5.7%, Construction 3.9%, Other services 3.7%, Accommodation & food 2.6%, Finance & insurance 1.5%, Arts & recreation 0.9%, Mining 0.7%, Manufacturing 0.7%, Rental & real estate 0.7%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 32.8%, Technicians & trades 12.0%, Labourers 11.1%, Professionals 10.9%, Clerical & administrative 9.1%, Machinery operators & drivers 8.3%, Community & personal service 7.6%, Sales workers 5.4%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA6353/6353-wa/topic/employment