# Jobs & Industry — 6472, WA

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

Area: 6472, WA (Postcode)

Agriculture, forestry and fishing dominate the workforce in postcode 6472, where nearly 60% of workers are employed in these fields. The area has a very high rate of full-time employment, though this is offset by an unemployment rate that is well above the state and national figures.

About 74% of adults are working or looking for work, which is far above the national figure of 61.1%. Full-time employment is particularly strong at 78%, though the unemployment rate has risen to 8.5% since 2011.

The local economy is heavily skewed towards primary production, with 59.3% of people working in agriculture, forestry and fishing. Other smaller employers include education and training at 7.7%, and construction and wholesale trade at 5.5% each.

Managers make up the largest group of workers at 58.2%, followed by labourers at 22%. Machinery operators and drivers account for 8.8% of roles, while professionals and technicians each make up 3.3%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 8.5% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 74.0% | -4.1% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 78.0% | -0.9% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 59.3%, Education & training 7.7%, Construction 5.5%, Wholesale trade 5.5%, Transport & warehousing 4.4%, Manufacturing 3.3%, Health care & social assistance 3.3%, Other services 3.3%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 58.2%, Labourers 22.0%, Machinery operators & drivers 8.8%, Professionals 3.3%, Technicians & trades 3.3%, Clerical & administrative 3.3%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA6472/6472-wa/topic/employment