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Tasmania Jobs 2026, Employment Guide, Top Industries and Where to Find Work in Tasmania
Looking for jobs in Tasmania? This guide covers Tasmania's top industries and employers, average salaries, the best job search platforms and how to find work in Hobart and across the state.
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Jobs in Tasmania 2026, Overview
Tasmania's job market is smaller in absolute terms than mainland capital cities but has grown meaningfully as the island state's reputation for quality of life, natural beauty and relatively affordable housing has attracted sea-changers, remote workers and new businesses. Hobart is the main employment centre, with Launceston as the northern hub and regional employment in the northwest, Devonport and regional towns. Tasmania's major industries include healthcare, education, tourism, forestry, aquaculture, advanced manufacturing and a growing technology sector.
Tasmania's Top Industries and Employers
- Healthcare, Tasmanian Health Service (Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, North West Regional Hospital) and Calvary are Tasmania's largest employers.
- Education, The University of Tasmania (UTAS), Tasmania's TAFE network and government schools provide significant public sector education employment.
- Tourism, MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), Tasmania's national parks and wild places, and the state's growing luxury tourism sector (Saffire Freycinet, Pumphouse Point, Cradle Mountain lodges) employ significant hospitality and tourism workers.
- Aquaculture and seafood, Huon Aquaculture (Petuna), Tassal and wild fisheries support a significant Tasmanian aquaculture sector with processing facilities in the south and northwest.
- Tasmania State Government, The Tasmanian Government is the state's largest single employer, covering education, health, transport, justice and general public service roles across all regions.
Average Salaries in Tasmania 2026
Tasmania's average wages are generally lower than mainland capitals, reflecting the smaller, less finance and tech-heavy economy. Healthcare, education and government professional roles typically $70,000-$120,000. Hospitality and tourism generally at award rates. Aquaculture and trades often attract above-award rates given skills shortages. See fairwork.gov.au for award rates.
Where to Find Jobs in Tasmania
- Seek.com.au, Tasmania and Hobart job listings.
- Tasmanian Government Jobs, jobs.tas.gov.au for public sector positions.
- Indeed.com.au, Broader coverage including trades, hospitality and casual work.
- LinkedIn, Management, education and healthcare roles.
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