Workforce Attraction and Retention

Workforce Attraction & Retention

Opportunity Starts Here

Whether you're looking for your first job, your next career move or a better lifestyle, the Capricorn Coast offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying one of Australia's most enviable coastal communities.

Livingstone Shire is home to a diverse and growing economy, supporting careers across health care, education, construction, local government, tourism, hospitality, agriculture, manufacturing, retail and professional services. From established industries to emerging sectors like defence and renewable energy, there's never been a better time to discover what the Capricorn Coast has to offer.

Our stories are just a glimpse into the people, businesses and industries shaping our region. Hear firsthand from those who have chosen to build their careers, businesses and lives here.

Explore Career Opportunities

Careers that make an impact. 

Health care and education are two of Livingstone Shire's fastest growing and largest employing industries, providing rewarding careers that strengthen our communities every day.

Meet the professionals who are making a difference through caring for others, educating the next generation and building fulfilling careers close to home.

Help Shape the Future of Our Region

Local government offers diverse and meaningful career opportunities, from engineering and planning to parks, infrastructure, community services and environmental management.

Hear from Council employees about the pride they take in delivering projects and services that help our communities thrive and support the future growth of the Capricorn Coast.

Where Opportunity Creates Success

Every business started, every investment made and every new opportunity created helps strengthen the Capricorn Coast economy.

Meet local business owners and entrepreneurs who have invested in the region and created rewarding careers; not only for themselves, but for others. Their stories demonstrate how innovation, investment and a supportive business environment are creating opportunities across the Capricorn Coast.

These Stories Are Only the Beginning

Livingstone Shire's economy supports thousands of jobs across a broad range of industries, creating opportunities for people at every stage of their career.

Our largest employing industries include:

• Health Care and Social Assistance
• Education and Training
• Construction
• Accommodation and Food Services
• Local Government and Public Administration
• Retail Trade
• Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
• Manufacturing

As the region continues to grow, so do opportunities in defence, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing and professional services.

Whether you're looking for hands-on work, a professional career, an apprenticeship or the chance to start your own business, the Capricorn Coast offers the opportunity to grow.

Why the Capricorn Coast?

Here, you'll find a connected community, shorter commute times, access to quality education and healthcare, and a lifestyle that combines beautiful beaches, the Keppel Islands and hinterland adventures with the convenience of regional city services nearby.

It's a place where you can build a successful career without sacrificing the lifestyle you've been looking for.

Ready to Make Your Move?

Discover more about living, working and building a future on the Capricorn Coast at Live Capricorn Coast.

From employment opportunities and local services to schools, housing, community information and lifestyle inspiration, Live Capricorn Coast provides everything you need to explore your next move.

Visit Live Capricorn Coast to learn more about why more people are choosing to live, work and thrive on the Capricorn Coast.

For Employers

The workforce attraction videos featured on this page showcase real people, real careers and real opportunities across the Capricorn Coast. Local employers are encouraged to use these videos as part of their own recruitment and workforce attraction activities, including:

By sharing authentic local stories, businesses can help prospective employees better understand the career opportunities, lifestyle benefits and community connections that make the Capricorn Coast a great place to call home.

For information about workforce attraction initiatives or to access promotional resources, contact the Economic Development team.