When looking for work opportunities, job search websites are a good place to start.
The best job sites in Australia use smart search technology to allow you to find job ads that fit what you're looking for, and help you find your dream job.
Many of them also allow you to set up job alerts so that you can apply quickly, whenever a new opportunity arises.
What are the best job sites in Australia?
While there are multiple job sites to choose from, some of the best job search websites in Australia include:
1. JobSearch
JobSearch is a free online job search engine by the Australian Government which allows you to search for employment opportunities and connect with potential employers who are looking to fill positions.
If you need more one-on-one help finding work, you may be eligible for the Australian Government's Workforce Australia service.
Workforce Australia replaced jobactive from 1 July 2022.
Providers like APM can help you with looking and applying for jobs, finding apprenticeships and traineeships and accessing employment services in your local area.
2. Seek
Seek is one of the largest and most popular job search websites in Australia, claiming to have 50 million candidate relationships and 300,000 hirer relationships.
On websites like Seek, you can search for job listings by location and industry, as well as pay range and type of work – such as full-time, part-time, casual, contract/temporary.
Seek also offers a range of job searching tools, including the ability to create a profile to help you attract employers.
There are also tools to help you stay organised during your job search, such as keeping track of jobs you want to apply for and jobs you've already applied for.
3. CareerOne
CareerOne is a job portal that connects job seekers with a large range of listings and career opportunities that match what they're looking for.
You can search for job vacancies by location, industry or more specific categories such as 'flexible hours', 'work from home' and 'part time'.
You can also set up job alerts so that you get an email every time a new job posting that matches what you're looking for is listed.
CareerOne offers additional tools for job seekers including free reviews to improve your CV and a career advice website.
4. Indeed
Indeed is a popular website that helps people find jobs and companies hire employees.
With an easy-to-use website and many jobs with in-depth job descriptions to choose from, Indeed makes it simple for people to search for work that matches their skills and interests, and find the best opportunity for them.
The website also offers helpful information like company reviews, how much money people make in different jobs, and alerts for new job postings.
5. Employable Me
Employable Me is a platform powered by APM that brings job seekers and potential employers together to build better business and enable better lives. This job site is designed for job seekers who are already being supported by APM, and is especially suitable for people living with injury, illness or disability.
Employable Me allows both job seekers and employers to create profiles, and uses a feature that connects employers with employment-ready job seekers.
Are you feeling like you’re not quite job-ready? Employable Me also provides you with opportunities to prepare for employment with a dedicated, free online library of tools, tips, videos and more to get you on the right path.
6. Jora
Jora is an online job search website that makes finding a job and hiring employees easier for everyone.
By collecting job advertisements from many websites and company pages, Jora provides a wide variety of job opportunities in one easy-to-use place.
Jora also shares helpful information like company profiles and job trends to help users make smart choices.
For companies, Jora's tools also make hiring workers and finding the right candidates more efficient.
7. LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a helpful tool for finding jobs because it combines making connections in the professional world with searching for work and job postings.
By creating a detailed profile that shows off your skills and experiences, job seekers can catch the attention of companies looking to hire.
LinkedIn lets users connect with other professionals in their field, helping them find more job openings.
The website also has a job search feature that makes it easy to find and apply for jobs that match your interests.
Plus, LinkedIn offers useful information about companies, employee opinions, and what's happening in different industries, making it easier for job seekers to make smart choices about their careers.
8. Adzuna
Adzuna collects job advertisements from many different places, including newspapers, and puts them in one place for potential candidates.
With tens of millions of visitors a month, it's one of the most popular job search websites in Australia.
The advanced search tool allows you to exclude words, match exact phrases and find opportunities from specific companies.
Adzuna also has a CV evaluator tool which can help you figure out what you should be paid for a particular job.
9. Toozly
Toozly is a job search website for people living with disability.
It connects job seekers with employers, and supports employers to create more diverse and inclusive workplaces.
The Toozly website has a resources section with a comprehensive list of resources and information on disability, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
10. Industry-specific websites
In addition to the more comprehensive job websites like Seek, CareerOne and Adzuna, there are many niche job search websites where you can search for opportunities within a specific industry.
These include:
- ArtsHub – job opportunities and career advice for the arts industry
- APS Jobs – career opportunities in the Australian public service industry
- Healthcare Australia – job listings for nurses, aged care staff, support workers and medical specialists
- Ethical Jobs – not-for-profit, charity and community job listings
- SportsPeople – jobs in the sports industry
- Defence Jobs – Navy, Army and Air Force job opportunities
- Work From Home Jobs Australia – job listings that can be done remotely, and from home
- GradConnection – jobs for recent TAFE or university graduates
- Glassdoor – provides job listings, along with transparent insights into the culture of companies
Beyond job search websites – other ways to find work
While job sites are a good place to start looking for job opportunities, they're not the only way to find employment.
In fact, many job vacancies are never listed online and are instead filled by word of mouth.
Trying a range of different job search methods can open the door to more opportunities.
In addition to searching for work on the best job sites, consider these alternative job search methods:
Networking
Tell people in your network that you are looking for work and you might be surprised what opportunities arise.
Your network could include friends and family as well as past colleagues, bosses and people you know from volunteer work, studies or work experience.
Company websites
Many businesses list current job openings on the careers page of their website.
If you are interested in working for a specific organisation, this can be a good way of finding opportunities.
Signing up to email newsletters or job alerts can help you keep track of when the organisation has an opening.
Cold pitching
Cold pitching is when you reach out to an organisation directly to ask about job opportunities.
You can call or email a business, asking if they have any openings and explaining why you'd be a great addition to their business.
For small businesses in your local area, you can try taking your resume in person.
Employment services
If you're finding it hard to secure work on your own, it's important to reach out for help.
Whether you need help writing your resume, securing job interviews or finding suitable job opportunities in your area – there are many employment services and supports that can help.
- Workforce Australia (replaced the jobactive service from July 1 2022) – the Australian government's mainstream program to help get Australians into work.
- Disability Employment Services – support to find and keep a job for people with injury, illness or disability.
- ParentsNext – helping parents of young children in QLD, SA and VIC plan and prepare for employment.
- Transition to Work – support young people to transition into the world of work, including apprenticeships and traineeships.
- Community Development Program – support for jobseekers in remote Australia.
Living with a disability and struggling to find work? We can help!
If you're living with an injury, illness or disability and want to find a job, APM can help.
We are a trusted employment service provider in Australia, and can help you find the right job, write a resume, perform well in interviews and access job-specific training.
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