The region has already been recognised as a hub for clean technology businesses and aligns with Sunshine Coast Council’s vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region – healthy, smart, creative.
Top 3 Careers
– Environmental Scientist
– Smart Building Designer
– Recycling and Pollution Prevention Professionals
The agribusiness industry on the Sunshine Coast is home to more than 800 small and medium-sized niche businesses and comprises primary producers, processors, food manufacturers, growers, farmers and nurseries, agri-tourism and local food networks.
Top 3 Careers
– Production Staff
– Digital, IT and Mechanical Staff
– Management, Marketing and HR Staff
With pristine beaches, a lush hinterland and myriad adventure and leisure activities on offer, not to mention accommodation houses and eateries to rival some of the best in the country, the Sunshine Coast tourism industry is one of the key drivers of the economy. It provides more than 16,200 direct and indirect tourism jobs.
Top 3 Careers
– Service Roles (including hospitality wait staff, housekeeping, chefs and travel agents)
– Hospitality Management
– Industry Specific Professional Services (including event management, marketing and digital development services)
The Sunshine Coast is home to a diverse aviation industry encompassing domestic and international travel, pilot training, education, manufacturing, engineering, design, charter services, emergency services and maintenance.
Top 3 Careers include:
– Advanced Engineering
– Airport Operations
– Pilots
With so many game changer projects on the Sunshine Coast, the digital economy is poised to continue to expand and increase employment opportunities.
Top 3 Careers Include:
– Data Scientist
– Computer System Analyst
– Software and App Developer
The Australian education industry is undergoing a transition on a national scale to put greater focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics, otherwise known as STEM subjects.
Top 3 Careers include:
– K-12 teacher
– Educational Administration Staff
– Vocational Trainer
Whether your interest is following a medical path, preventative health or aged care, all careers in the health and wellbeing industry are important to the future of the Sunshine Coast region.
Top 3 Careers include:
-Registered Nurse (RN) and all nursing roles
-Health Information Management (Health Informatics)
-Preventative and Allied Healthcare