The job market in the Western Grampians is diverse and solid, with approximately 34,316 jobs available across various industries. Agriculture remains a cornerstone of the regional economy, supporting over 2,000 businesses in farming and forestry.
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
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Region snapshot
Population
39,691
Median age
44 yrs
Jobs in region
34,316
Median weekly rent
$230/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$254/wk
Median household income
$876/wk
Region size
16781.9 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Horsham
Infrastructure
2
Airports
2
Hospitals
1
University
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
238 new roles this week
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Advertised salary
Which industries pay most in Western Grampians.
Talent in Western Grampians
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Latest roles
PHILLIPS FARM MACHINERY
Phillips Farm Machinery have available, a full time position for a qualified technician or someone with sound mechanical ability and truck driver. Must have great time management skills and work within time frames to …
West Wimmera Health Service
01st September, 2026 We are seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager based at Jeparit to work in a full time (80 hours/fortnight) capacity or (part time negotiable). RENUMERATION: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public …
CPB Contractors VIC and TAS
CPB Contractors is Australia’s leading contractor and the largest infrastructure construction company in our region. Part of the CIMIC Group, we are proud to be constructing Australia’s future and do so collaborativel…
West Wimmera Health Service
01st September, 2026 We are seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to work in a full time (80 hours/fortnight) capacity based at Jeparit. RENUMERATION: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employer Agre…
West Wimmera Health Service
01st September, 2026 We are seeking a Social Support Assistant to work in a part time (48 hours/fortnight) capacity based at Nhill. RENUMERATION: Health and Allied Services Managers & Administrative Workers (Victorian…
West Wimmera Health Service
01st September, 2026 We are seeking an experienced and professional Medical Imaging Technologist to work in a part time (32 hours/fortnight) capacity (casual negotiable) based at Nhill. RENUMERATION: Allied Health Pro…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Western Grampians.
In terms of employment, the Western Grampians has a thriving job market, with around 34,316 jobs available and a median weekly income of $736, indicating a healthy job-to-population ratio.
There are a total of 17,229 households in the Western Grampians, with an average size of two people. The housing landscape features various types, including separate houses, flats, and rental properties with median rent at $230 per week.
The estimated population of Western Grampians is about 39,691, with a median age of 44 and 23,361 individuals within the working-age demographic, including 782 people identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
With approximately 4,838 businesses, the Western Grampians' economy is heavily influenced by sectors such as farming, manufacturing, and retail and hospitality, which play critical roles in local job creation.
The region is serviced by two hospitals and two regional airports, along with one university, ensuring that residents have access to essential healthcare and educational services.
