Australian Skilled Migration and International Recruitment Agency Report – May 2024

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Australian Skilled Migration and International Recruitment Agency Report – May 2024

 

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Current Australian Labour Market Trends

The Australian labour market shows continued strength, with some signs of potential moderation. Here are key takeaways from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Labour Force Survey (February 2024):

 

Employment by Industry

Employment by Industry in Australia

  • Health Care and Social Assistance: Highest growth (+108,000 jobs) – in-demand healthcare jobs

  • Education and Training: Added 51,900 jobs – teachers, trainers

  • Construction: Increased by 36,300 jobs – construction workers, builders

  • Industries with job decline include Accommodation and Food Services (-18,000) and Financial and Insurance Services (-6,600).

 

Employment by State and Occupation

Emplloyment by rate and occupation

  • Australian Capital Territory (ACT): Highest share of high-skilled workers (60.8%) – Canberra jobs

  • Victoria and New South Wales (NSW): Also notable with 54.8% and 53.7% respectively.

  • High-skilled employment rose across most states, with the ACT leading the growth.

 

Unemployment Rates

unemployment rate in Australia

  • National unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.8% (Feb 2024) from 3.5% (previous year).

  • South Australia (SA) saw a decrease (4.0% to 3.8%).

  • NSW and Victoria experienced increases (3.6% and 3.9%, respectively).

 

Migrant Employment and Unemployment

MIgrant employment in Australia

  • Employment rates highest in Tasmania (84.4%) and lowest in Western Australia (58.6%) for Australian-born individuals.

  • Highest migrant employment rates from non-English speaking countries were in Victoria (29.8%), NSW (28.4%), and ACT (27.4%).

 

Migrant Labour Force Participation

  • Migrants in Australia for over 20 years have similar participation rates as Australian-born citizens.

  • Recent migrants face higher unemployment due to factors like language proficiency and work experience.

 

Industry Employment Distribution

  • Health Care and Social Assistance: Largest employer (15.6% of total).

  • Construction, Retail Trade, Professional Services: Significant employers across various states.

  • Western Australia has a high proportion of jobs in Mining (10.1%).

 

State-Specific Insights

  • Population Distribution: NSW and Victoria are the most populated states.

  • Net Overseas Migration: Highest in NSW and Victoria, reflecting strong job markets.

 

Gender and Migrant Employment

  • Female migrants generally have higher unemployment rates compared to males (except in ACT).

  • Established female migrants have lower unemployment rates than recent arrivals.

 

Our agency is dedicated to facilitating the successful integration of skilled migrants into the Australian workforce. By understanding market trends and job opportunities, we empower both migrants and employers to achieve their goals.

 

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Source: Job and Skill Australia

 

 

Date posted: June 6,2024

 

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Published on: 03/06/2024
Author: Gladys Guia

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