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Career Opportunities in Vocational Education and Training (VET)


The demand for qualified people to work in the trades is increasing all the time, which is leading to severe skills shortages. If you are employed in the trades you are virtually guaranteed a long, productive and stable career. You may also make above average salaries. You often have the pick of jobs because the skill shortage is so high. Unlike many other careers a skilled trade is one of the most transferable in today’s global market.

Training will give you the skills and career choices you want, and put you on a pathway to the world you want.

Job vacancies

Rising employment opportunities and critical shortages within a number of professions and industries in Tasmania makes this an ideal time for people who are looking for work. There are many jobs waiting for you that give you an opportunity to train on the job.

To see what's available in the type of job that you would like to train for, search on the Australian JobSearch website, which has information on occupations and careers, where you can find out about jobs with good prospects, weekly earnings, type of work and other useful occupational information. The Australian JobSearch website also allows you to browse occupations alphabetically, or by category or region (see Tasmania).

Other useful job and career sites: