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The graph shows historical and projected (to 2018) employment levels (thousands) for this occupation. Source: ABS Labour Force Survey, Department of Employment trend data to November 2013 and Department of Employment projections to 2018. Estimates have been rounded.
The graph shows 9 key indicators for this occupation - employment size, full-time share of employment, earnings, unemployment, historical employment growth (long-term, medium term and short-term), future employment growth, mix of industries and job openings. Estimates have been rounded and consequently some discrepancies may occur between sums of the component items and totals.
The graph shows historical and projected (to 2018) employment levels (thousands) for this occupation. Source: ABS Labour Force Survey, Department of Employment trend data to November 2013 and Department of Employment projections to 2018. Estimates have been rounded.
The graph shows historical and projected (to 2018) employment levels (thousands) for this occupation. Source: ABS Labour Force Survey, Department of Employment trend data to November 2013 and Department of Employment projections to 2018. Estimates have been rounded.
The graph shows 9 key indicators for this occupation - employment size, full-time share of employment, earnings, unemployment, historical employment growth (long-term, medium term and short-term), future employment growth, mix of industries and job openings. Estimates have been rounded and consequently some discrepancies may occur between sums of the component items and totals.
The graph shows historical and projected (to 2018) employment levels (thousands) for this occupation. Source: ABS Labour Force Survey, Department of Employment trend data to November 2013 and Department of Employment projections to 2018. Estimates have been rounded.
Electrical Engineers
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Over the five years to November 2018, the number of job openings for Electrical Engineers is expected to be below average (between 5,001 and 10,000). Job openings can arise from employment growth and people leaving the occupation. Further information about job openings and projected employment growth is available on the Help page.
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Employment for Electrical Engineers to November 2018 is expected to grow moderately. Employment in this large occupation (22,000 in November 2013) rose strongly in the past five years and rose very strongly in the long-term (ten years).
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Electrical Engineers have a very high proportion of full-time jobs (94.6 per cent). For Electrical Engineers working full-time, average weekly hours are 39.2 (compared to 41.1 for all occupations) and earnings are high - in the tenth decile. Unemployment for Electrical Engineers is below average.
- Electrical Engineers are mainly employed in Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services and Manufacturing.
Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers
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Over the five years to November 2018, the number of job openings for Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers is expected to be average (between 10,001 and 25,000). Job openings can arise from employment growth and people leaving the occupation. Further information about job openings and projected employment growth is available on the Help page.
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Employment for Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers to November 2018 is expected to remain relatively steady. Employment in this large occupation (35,000 in November 2013) rose moderately in the past five years and rose strongly in the long-term (ten years).
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Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers have a high proportion of full-time jobs (93.3 per cent). For Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers working full-time, average weekly hours are 41.2 (compared to 41.1 for all occupations) and earnings are high - in the ninth decile. Unemployment for Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers is average.
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Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers are mainly employed in Manufacturing, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services and Mining.
Job Prospects - Engineering
http://joboutlook.gov.au/occupation.aspx?search=alpha&tab=skills&cluster=&code=2335
Why Engineering?
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Engineers have diverse careers
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Engineers are in demand
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Engineers get to do cool stuff
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Engineers work everywhere
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Engineers get to travel
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Engineers work on interesting projects
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Engineers have a good work/life balance
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Engineers can earn good money
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Engineers have a great lifestyle
