Melbourne boasts a competitive job market with approximately 3,471 available positions across various sectors, including construction, manufacturing, and retail. With the region's largest city, Melton, leading employment opportunities, job seekers can expect to find a wide array…
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Region snapshot
Population
4,239
Median age
36 yrs
Jobs in region
3,471
Median weekly rent
$391/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$462/wk
Median household income
$1,154/wk
Region size
3802.66 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Melbourne
Infrastructure
4
Airports
110
Hospitals
14
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
4,569 new roles this week· 9,335 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Advertised salary
Which industries pay most in Melbourne.
Talent in Melbourne
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
Explore roles by industry
The Melbourne roles by industry. Each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
Viewjobs Pty Ltd
About ViewJobs ViewJobs is a regional employment marketplace and a 50/50 joint venture with Australian Community Media (ACM). Our mission is to drive employment growth in the regions so they prosper. Through ACM's net…
Scout Talent
Real strategy. Real support. Real results. Build the next generation of GPK's retail technology, powered by AI Base salary up to $150,000 + Super, depending on experience Work with cutting-edge AI tools (Claude Code) …
Scout Talent
Lead clinical practice across a mission-driven AOD service spanning Alice Springs and remote Northern Territory communities, including Groote Eylandt! Earn $143,000 to $153,000 PLUS Super, Remote Area Salary Packaging…
Verse Group
About the role: We’re looking for an experienced Microwave and RF Engineer to join a highly technical communications environment supporting critical P25 radio networks across the Victorian Metropolitan Mobile Radio (M…
Government schools
Location Profile Park Ridge Primary School is located in the North-Eastern Victoria Region, Outer Eastern Melbourne Area. The school is situated on a 3.6-hectare site on the south-eastern border of the City of Knox, w…
Department of Education
Three exciting opportunities exist to join the VCAA in each of the VCAA's Divisions, providing high-quality executive administration and coordination support across the organisation. These roles will report to the res…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Melbourne.
Melbourne has a total of 3,471 jobs available, showcasing a healthy job market for residents. The median personal income in the region is about $845, reflecting a strong economic position within the diverse employment landscape.
With 1,583 total households, the average household size in Melbourne is approximately three members. The housing mix includes separate houses, apartments, and semi-detached dwellings, with median rent costs at $391 per week and a weekly mortgage median of $462.
The estimated population in Melbourne sits at around 4,239, with a median age of 36 years. Notably, the working-age population (15-64) accounts for a significant portion, with 2,872 individuals actively contributing to the workforce, including a notable Indigenous population.
Melbourne is home to over 504,000 businesses, with significant contributions from sectors such as manufacturing, construction, and retail/hospitality. This diverse industry landscape supports a solid job market, offering varied opportunities .
The infrastructure in Melbourne is well-equipped with 110 hospitals, four regional airports, and 14 universities, ensuring residents have access to essential services and educational opportunities. This comprehensive array of services supports a high quality of life for those living in the region.
