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title: Where are the job opportunities in 2021?
description: Whilst some sectors struggle, others are predicted to boom in 2021. We identify the best job opportunities, how to find them and how to get started.
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# [Where are the job opportunities in 2021?](https://news.castle.org.au/where-are-the-job-opportunities-in-2021)

 Written by [Castle](https://news.castle.org.au/author/castle-1) | Mar 22, 2021 8:10:00 AM

### Whilst some sectors struggle, others are predicted to boom in 2021. If you're thinking of exploring a new career path, look toward industries that are growing despite pandemic setbacks.

A recent [report](https://www.nationalskillscommission.gov.au/25-emerging-occupations) from the Government's National Skills Commission identified 25 emerging occupations that are in demand in Australia. These include roles involved within;

**- Data Analytics**

**- Health** 

**- Engineering and Trades**

**- Digital Engagement**

**- Regulatory Analysts**

The Commission also identifies the [most resilient occupations](https://www.nationalskillscommission.gov.au/22-top-20-resilient-occupations) and industries that perform reliably during times of volatility, like a global pandemic. 

As seen below, the report highlights percentage of resilient jobs within top industries.

Compare these occupations to those in the Hospitality or Arts & Entertainment sectors, who've experienced shutdowns over the past 12 months, and you get the picture.

## Where are the job opportunities?

Not all occupations that are in demand require university or trade qualifications.

Of [Seek's top 20 most-needed roles in Australia](https://www.seek.com.au/career-advice/article/australias-most-needed-jobs), **Healthcare** and **Transport** **& Logistics** jobs feature heavily, as well as **Sales**, **Retail** and **Administration Assistant** positions.

 

The National Skills Commission's [Jobs Hub tool](https://api.dynamic.reports.employment.gov.au/anonap/extensions/Regional_Opportunities/Regional_Opportunities.html) is a valuable resource that shows jobs and skills that are in demand by location, including live data on:

- Job advertisements **in your location** by type

- Jobs that **match your skills** and experience

- **Skills in demand** for job types

- Skills for **similar job types**

<https://api.dynamic.reports.employment.gov.au/anonap/extensions/Regional_Opportunities/Regional_Opportunities.html>

## Where to start? 

### If you're not sure where to start, which career direction to take, or what your skills and experience make you suited for, there are a number of tools to help narrow down your options.

The Australian Government's [Job Outlook](https://joboutlook.gov.au/) is an extremely useful resource for getting started in a career transition. The site contains six interactive tools to explore and match to your own circumstances:

1. **Skills Match** - find jobs that use your existing skills
2. **Career Quiz** - explore careers you might enjoy
3. **Explore Australia** - discover career options in demand by location
4. **Explore Careers** - browse detailed information about hundreds of occupations
5. **Future Outlook** - understand the future growth of industries and occupations
6. **Explore Industries** - explore descriptions, estimated wages, skill levels, and predicted growth of specific jobs within industries

<https://joboutlook.gov.au/>

 

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