This website uses cookies to improve your user experience while you navigate through the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. By continuing to use this website you agree to the use of these technologies. LEARN MORE

1
IBISWorld
account_circle
  • CONTACT US
  • REQUEST DEMO
  • Log In
  • IBISWorld
  • Industry Reports expand_more
    By Sector
    • Accommodation & Food Services
    • Administration & Business Support Services
    • Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
    • Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    • Construction
    • Educational Services
    • Finance & Insurance
    • Healthcare & Social Assistance
    • Information
    • Manufacturing
    • Mining
    • Personal Services
    • Professional, Scientific & Technical Services
    • Public Administration & Safety
    • Real Estate, Rental & Leasing
    • Retail Trade
    • Transportation & Warehousing
    • Thematic Reports
    • Utilities
    • Wholesale Trade
    Other Sectors
    • Advisory & Financial Services
    • Business Franchises
    • Consumer Goods & Services
    • Industrial Machinery, Gas & Chemicals
    • Life Sciences
    • Online Retail
    • Retail Market
    • Specialist Engineering, Infrastructure & Contractors
    • Technology
    • Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities
    By Country
    • North America
    • United States
    • Canada
    • Mexico
    • Asia & Oceania
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • China
    • Europe
    • Pan-Europe
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Ireland
    • Spain
    • United Kingdom
    View All Industry Reports
  • Research Solutions expand_more
    IBISWorld Products
    • Products Overview
    • Industry Research Reports
    • iExpert Summary Reports
    • Early Warning System
    • Business Environment Profiles
    • Industry Financial Ratios
    • Industry Risk Rating Reports
    • Industry Data Wizard
    • US Segment Benchmarking
    • US Company Benchmarking
    • US Benchmarking Pro
    • Salesforce App
    • API Solutions
    • Australia SME Industry Reports
    • AU & NZ Enterprise Profiles
    IBISWorld For Your Role
    • Academics
    • Accounting
    • Business Valuations
    • Commercial Banking
    • Consulting
    • Government Agencies
    • Investment Banks
    • Law Firms
    • Marketing
    • Private Equity
    • Sales
    • Specialized Librarians
    AU & NZ Enterprise Profiles
    • View by Sector
    US Company Benchmarking
    • View by Sector
  • About Us expand_more
    Company
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Client Success Stories
    • Phil Ruthven - the Founder
    • Careers
    • Contact Us
    • FAQ - Help Center
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    Membership
    • Membership Inquiry
    • Free Demo
    • Free Sample Report
    • Newsletter
    By Country
    • Australia
    • Canada
    • China
    • Germany
    • Mexico
    • New Zealand
    • United Kingdom
    • United States
    • Europe
  • Resources expand_more
    News & Insights
    • Industry Insider Blog
    • Analyst Insights
    • Special Reports
    • From the Founder
    • Coronavirus Insights
    Resources
    • Applying Industry Research
    • Industry Classifications
    Trends & Statistics
    • Industry Statistics
    • Industry Trends
    • US State Economic Profiles
    • Business Environment Profiles
    Media
    • Press Releases

Biggest Industries by Employment in Australia in 2022

Based on the expert analysis and our database of 750+ AU industries, IBISWorld presents a list of the Biggest Industries by Employment in Australia in 2022

The 10 Biggest Industries by Employment in Australia

Industry
Employment number for 2022
1.

State Government Administration in Australia

1,612,290
2.

Community Services in Australia

895,373
3.

Health Services in Australia

872,102
4.

Professional Services in Australia

839,856
5.

Consumer Goods Retailing in Australia

656,435
6.

Temporary Staff Services in Australia

431,480
7.

Public General Hospitals in Australia

390,322
8.

Supermarkets and Grocery Stores in Australia

379,433
9.

Aged Care Residential Services in Australia

329,453
10.

Government Schools in Australia

321,223

Want to see more biggest industries by employment?

View a list of the Top 25 biggest industries by employment

Biggest Industries by Employment in Australia in 2022

  • 1. State Government Administration in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 1,612,290

    The State Government Administration industry is made up of the eight state and territory governments across Australia. Under the Australian Constitution, state and territory governments are responsible for everything that is not a Federal Government responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, schools, hospitals, roads and railways. This report includes all actions that state and territory governments undertake. As a result, it double counts key information with other industries in Australia. For example, teachers employed in government schools in Australia are included as employees in both the State Government Administration industry and the Government Schools industry. State and territory... Learn More

  • 2. Community Services in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 895,373

    Organisations in the Community Services subdivision play an important role in supporting Australia's welfare system. Subdivision operators help to arrange care and counsel for individuals in need, including the economically disadvantaged and other vulnerable members of society such as children and the elderly. Not-for-profit organisations and private enterprises in the subdivision are expected to receive $70.4 billion from government funding, donations and private income in 2021-22. Subdivision revenue is expected to increase at an annualised 4.4% over the five years through 2021-22. Favourable demographic trends and ongoing government funding have contributed to revenue growth. COVID-19 has also shaped demand trends... Learn More

  • 3. Health Services in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 872,102

    The Health Services subdivision includes a range of health services and facilities. General hospitals are the subdivision's largest revenue driver, accounting over half of Australia's health services revenue. General practitioners (GPs), clinical specialists and dentists also represent significant revenue streams for the subdivision. Australia's growing and ageing population has generated strong demand for health services over the past five years. However, the outbreak of COVID-19 in early 2020 has limited subdivision expansion, as health services have redirected resources to contain the virus. Consequently, subdivision revenue is expected to grow at an annualised 1.6% over the five years through 2021-22, to... Learn More

  • 4. Professional Services in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 839,856

    The Professional Services subdivision provides various professional, scientific and technical services to a range of markets. The subdivision's performance is largely linked to overall economic conditions, which often determine business confidence and capital expenditure. Over the past five years, greater business profit, rising capital expenditure by the public sector and mostly positive business confidence have supported subdivision demand. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted several industries in the Professional Services subdivision, weighing on the subdivision's performance. In particular, demand for engineering consulting, architectural services, and surveying and mapping services have been constrained over the past three years during the COVID-19... Learn More

  • 5. Consumer Goods Retailing in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 656,435

    The Consumer Goods Retailing subdivision has been subject to difficult retail conditions over the past five years. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused economic uncertainty and restricted trading for extended periods in several Australian states. However, the pandemic has also prevented many consumers from spending money on hospitality and travel, allowing greater income to be spent on consumer goods. As a result, the subdivision has posted modest growth over the past five years.

    Subdivision operators have contended with growing competition from online-only retailers, as consumers have become increasingly comfortable with making online purchases over the past five years, particularly during the COVID-19... Learn More

  • 6. Temporary Staff Services in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 431,480

    The Temporary Staff Services industry provides skilled and unskilled labour to client companies, typically on a short-term basis. Various factors influence demand for staffing services. For example, the national unemployment rate affects industry demand, with lower unemployment generally contributing to greater demand for temporary staff. Additionally, greater business outsourcing positively affects industry demand and growth. Performance trends in client markets also affect industry operators. Stable demand from several downstream markets has benefited industry firms over the past five years, including professional services and healthcare sectors.

    Industry revenue increased strongly over the two years through 2018-19, before declining slightly in 2019-20, and... Learn More

  • 7. Public General Hospitals in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 390,322

    The Public General Hospitals industry has grown over the past five years, supported in part by increased government funding. Public hospitals are primarily funded through federal and state governments, with private health insurance and other non-public revenue sources expected to account for less than 10% of industry funding in 2021-22. Public hospitals services funding under the National Health Reform Agreement has increased significantly to reach $25.5 million in 2019-20. At the same time, demand for public general hospitals has risen over the past five years, primarily due to Australia's ageing population and the rising incidence of chronic illness among adults.... Learn More

  • 8. Supermarkets and Grocery Stores in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 379,433

    The Supermarkets and Grocery Stores industry is one of the most fiercely competitive industries in Australia. While price-based competition has decreased over the three years through 2020-21, the continued expansion of ALDI and Costco has forced the two established industry giants, Woolworths and Coles, to remain price-competitive. To differentiate themselves from low-cost supermarkets, Coles and Woolworths have increasingly focused on improving customers' shopping experience through store refurbishments and increased online shopping capabilities. These major players are increasingly relying on loyalty programs and promotions rather than discounts.

    Industry demand increased significantly over the two years through 2020-21, primarily due to the effects... Learn More

  • 9. Aged Care Residential Services in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 329,453

    As Australia's population ages, demand for age-appropriate housing increases. Older individuals are more susceptible to a range of age-related ailments and need more assistance with everyday activities and personal care. As aged-care requirements have changed over the past five years, the Aged Care Residential Services industry has expanded, offering different lifestyle accommodation options. This expansion, combined with more flexible pricing and ongoing government funding for aged-care, has supported revenue growth over the period.

    A challenging operating environment has limited the industry's growth over the past five years. Industry revenue is expected to rise at an annualised 2.8% over the five years... Learn More

  • 10. Government Schools in Australia

    Employment number for 2022: 321,223

    The Government Schools industry has grown due to rising student numbers and government funding over the past five years. The industry receives most of its income from the federal, state and territory governments, with state and territory funding providing approximately 80% of revenue. Political debate surrounding school funding has introduced volatility to industry revenue over the past five years. However, student enrolment numbers have increased over the period, driving growth in revenue. Overall, industry revenue is expected to rise at an annualised 0.9% over the five years through 2026-27, to total $54.8 billion. This includes an anticipated increase of 1.4%... Learn More

More Industry Trends

Least Risky Industries in Australia in 2022

Based on the expert analysis and our database of 750+ AU industries, IBISWorld presents a list of the Least Risky Industries in Australia in 2022

VIEW ARTICLE

Fastest Declining Industries in Australia in 2022

Based on the expert analysis and our database of 750+ AU industries, IBISWorld presents a list of the Fastest Declining Industries in Australia by Revenue Growth (%) in 2022

VIEW ARTICLE

Want to see what a full IBISWorld report looks like?

Download a free sample report today to discover the breadth and depth of information available at your fingertips!

GET SAMPLE REPORT

Modal Header









GLOBAL
Australia
Canada
China
Europe
Germany
Mexico
New Zealand
United Kingdom
United States
chat_bubbleDeutsch
PRODUCTS
API Solutions
AU & NZ Enterprise Profiles
Business Environment Profiles
Call Prep Insights for Salesforce
Early Warning System
iExpert Summary Reports
Industry Research Reports
Industry Risk Rating Reports
Industry Financial Ratios
Industry Data Wizard
US Segment Benchmarking
US Company Benchmarking
US Benchmarking Pro
Industry Insider
SME Industry Reports
COMPANY
Our Story
Our Team
Client Success Stories
Careers
Contact Us
FAQ - Help Center
Industry Classifications
Modern Slavery Statement
MEMBERSHIP
Membership Inquiry
Request a Demo
Free Sample Report
Newsletter
Login
FOLLOW US
FOLLOW US
Copyright © 1999-2022 IBISWorld
Terms of Use | Cookie Policy | Privacy Policy | Sitemap