The future workforce
There’s a lot happening in Mildura, Swan Hill and surrounds. Many workers are reaching retirement age, which in turn opens up new opportunities for the next generation of workers. The Mallee region’s renowned food production base is growing, with flow on effects for every industry.
Also on the horizon is renewable energy. The region has seen local investment in this area, particularly in solar. The future of energy is clean and that means jobs in Mildura, Swan Hill and surrounds.
So whether you want to work in farming, health care, education or infrastructure, there are plenty of opportunities to explore in this region.
Top jobs with a VET pathway
Below are some top occupations in Mildura, Swan Hill 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 | 1,003 | 4.1% | 229 |
| Nursing support and personal care workers | 338 | 2.1% | 55 |
| Registered nurses | 1,133 | 0.8% | 95 |
| Crop farmers | 1,190 | -0.2% | 127 |
| Livestock farmers | 1,479 | -1.4% | 107 |
Top industries
Below are the top industries in Mildura, Swan Hill and surrounds in 2023. 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 | 2,273 | 3.3% | 361 |
| Health care and social assistance | 7,254 | 2.0% | 916 |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 1,907 | 1.3% | 170 |
| Manufacturing | 2,385 | 1.2% | 238 |
| Transport, postal and warehousing | 2,056 | 0.9% | 225 |
| Public administration and safety | 2,854 | -0.4% | 142 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6,369 | -0.4% | 516 |
| Education and training | 4,228 | -0.8% | 195 |
| Construction | 4,894 | -0.8% | 147 |
Resources to plan your next steps
Visit our Mildura, Swan Hill 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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