The Barossa region boasts a strong employment market with over 33,000 jobs available, primarily concentrated in industries such as farming and forestry, manufacturing, and retail/hospitality.
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Region snapshot
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Region snapshot
Population
44,999
Median age
43 yrs
Jobs in region
33,452
Median weekly rent
$290/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$330/wk
Median household income
$962/wk
Region size
2134.81 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Nurioopta
Infrastructure
0
Airports
4
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
10 new roles this week· 16 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Talent in Barossa
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
Explore roles by industry
The Barossa roles by industry. Each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
Adbri
The role Adbri Quarries has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Quarry Operator – Rigid Dump Truck to join our team at Penrice Quarry, SA. Your primary role will be operating a rigid dump truck to…
Country Home Services
Administration Officer – Nuriootpa Country Home Services – SA | Full-Time Join Our Team as an Administration Officer About Us Country Home Services, a not-for-profit organisation, has been delivering person-centred ho…
Acclaimed
Acclaimed Workforce is a specialist Recruitment and Labour Hire agency. We are currently seeking multiple reliable candidates for casual on-call Bottling & Packaging roles across various client sites located in the Ba…
Acclaimed
About the Opportunity Acclaimed Workforce is looking for experienced Forklift Operators for casual, ongoing shifts across multiple sites in the Barossa Valley. This is a great option if you like variety, enjoy warehou…
Acclaimed
Be Part of Something Extraordinary Vintage is the heartbeat of the wine industry, and this is your chance to join Treasury Wine Estate's world-class production environment, where some of the most recognised and admire…
Acclaimed Internal
About the Opportunity We are a trusted recruitment and workforce solutions provider supporting a wide range of regional employers across multiple industries. Known for ethical practices, innovation, and a values-led a…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Barossa.
The region boasts over 33,000 jobs, resulting in a healthy job-to-population ratio . The median personal income per week sits at $755, showcasing the economic viability of working in Barossa.
There are around 17,231 households in Barossa, with an average size of three people. The housing market has a variety of types, primarily consisting of separate houses, with median rent prices of approximately $290 and mortgage costs of around $330 per week.
The Barossa region has an estimated population of nearly 45,000 residents, with a median age of 43. Approximately 62% of the population is within the working age bracket, and there are around 622 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents contributing to the community's cultural richness.
With nearly 4,000 businesses operating in the Barossa region, key industries include farming, manufacturing, and retail/hospitality. This diversity fosters a resilient economy where job opportunities can flourish across various sectors.
Barossa has a solid infrastructure that includes four hospitals, ensuring residents have access to essential healthcare services. However, the region lacks airports or universities, which may necessitate travel for some educational and transport needs.
