The future workforce
Horsham and surrounds is changing. From well-known industries like tourism and farming to growing industries like mining and clean energy, new jobs are being created every day.
Road and rail connections to Melbourne, Adelaide and beyond will help the region to continue growing.
Skilled workers are needed. There’s something for everyone, but experience in agricultural science, information technology or business can help with your career.
Whether you’re starting fresh or changing career paths, Horsham and surrounds has plenty of opportunity.
Top jobs with a VET pathway
Below are some top occupations in Horsham and surrounds which can be entered through a Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathway. Figures show the number of workers in 2023 and the new workers expected to enter the workforce by 2026.
‘New workers expected’ accounts for workers adding new jobs to the economy and replacing retirees over the next 3 years. These forecasts are estimates only. There will be additional jobs available as people move between jobs and industries.
| Occupation | Workers 2023 | Workforce growth 2023-2026 | New workers needed by 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aged and disabled carers | 589 | 3.5% | 124 |
| Nursing support and personal care workers | 184 | 1.2% | 25 |
| Registered nurses | 779 | 0.0% | 46 |
| Livestock farmers | 1,814 | -1.3% | 133 |
| Mixed crop and livestock farmers | 490 | -1.3% | 36 |
Top industries
Below are the top industries in Horsham and surrounds in 2023, along with the expected number of new workers that will be needed by 2026. Figures show the number of workers in 2023 and the new workers expected to enter the workforce by 2026.
‘New workers expected’ accounts for workers adding new jobs to the economy and replacing retirees over the next 3 years. These forecasts are estimates only. There will be additional jobs available as people move between jobs and industries.
| Industry | Workers 2023 | Workforce growth 2023-2026 | New workers needed by 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation and food services | 1,121 | 3.5% | 186 |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 854 | 1.2% | 74 |
| Health care and social assistance | 4,723 | 1.1% | 455 |
| Transport, postal and warehousing | 1,022 | 0.6% | 101 |
| Manufacturing | 1,194 | 0.4% | 93 |
| Education and training | 2,024 | -0.8% | 93 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3,779 | -1.1% | 258 |
| Public administration and safety | 1,687 | -1.1% | 46 |
| Construction | 2,356 | -1.6% | 18 |
Resources to plan your next steps
Visit our Horsham and surrounds regional profile to learn more about:
- where you can do a training course
- local career stories
- help finding a job and planning a career in your area
- future job growth and top industries in the region.
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* Sourced from Victorian Skills Authority Employment Forecast Dashboard. Note that the qualification levels required for these occupations will vary.
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