Where are the jobs now?

This factsheet provides practical steps for young people with disability, parents, carers and career advisors to navigate national and state labour market data. Developed as part of the Building Ability Through Career Management (BACM) initiative, the resource guides users on how to use government portals (such as Jobs and Skills Australia) to identify expanding industries, in-demand jobs, and post-school education options. 

Achieving sustainable career outcomes requires aligning personal interests with labour market trends. Using regional labour data, young job seekers can target growth sectors, such as health care, social assistance, and technology and identify entry pathways suitable for youth. The resource emphasises that vocational and tertiary education frameworks (spanning Certificates, Traineeships, Apprenticeships, Diplomas, and Degrees) offer flexible, practical entry points into long-term employment.