As could be expected there's huge variety in Sydney's job market. Current growth markets are information technology, education, health services, building trades and engineering. Sydney is home for many international corporations. Many people working in Sydney find jobs in property and business services, retail, and manufacturing, as well as health and community services.
As a major financial hub, one third of Australia's financial sector workforce is employed here.The Australian Stock Exchange and Reserve Bank are based in Sydney, as are other big businesses, so it is a big drawcard for professionals.
In Western Sydney, unemployment is at its lowest level for nearly a decade, with almost 50,000 new jobs created in the past year and more to come as construction increases on Badgerys Creek airport and WestConnex motorway.
Tourism, although not formally classified as an industry, is also a steady source of employment for many of those working in Sydney.
Sydney's economic growth — while still solid — has been slowing down lately due to the lack of qualified workers. The city administration is currently trying to attract highly skilled people from abroad.
If you are looking for work prior to your arrival, your first step should be to register with the Australian government’s SkillSelect Database. Employers who are unable to fill a skilled vacancy in their company can check this database in order to find qualified candidates from overseas.
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship has a list of useful references including how to find out whether your qualifications and skills are recognised in Australia, and a link to Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) - specifically for those working in the trades.
