'Find a Job' provides you with a number of ways to search for jobs - any job anywhere in Australia. You can start from the Home page or from the Find a job page.

To find a job

Select location
Occupation search
Advanced search
Search results
Quick search
Further information

Select location

To search by location, select a state or territory by either clicking on the map or selecting a location from the list beside it. This will take you to a map of that state or territory.

1. Select the region/s of interest and then the Search button. To get more results from your search check the box called Include jobs from other boards. This will bring up jobs listed on other websites as well as those lodged on JobSearch.
2. The Select occupation page will display with a list of occupations and the numbers of jobs available within your region in each occupation. Select an occupation category to bring up a list of specific occupations.
3. Select the specific occupations that interest you and select Search. This will bring up the jobs in the specific occupations you selected.

Occupation search

From the Select occupation page there is an option to search by occupation:

1. Select the occupation search link at the top of that page.
2. Enter a name for your job.
3. A list will display with links to further information regarding the job you entered. Follow the links to display your search results.

Advanced search

This search is ideal for users who, rather than browsing through long lists of jobs, want to find particular jobs straight up. You can experiment with different methods to find one that gives you the results you need.

The only instructions are that you choose at least one of the criteria on the top part of the page. You are able to add more criteria to refine your search if you wish. The Find jobs button is located at the bottom of the page.

Search results

The jobs are listed with a summary of details and a link to more details. You can re-order the list using the pick list and Sort button at the top of the page. The list will display up to 10 jobs at a time to a maximum of 100 jobs for any one search. To progress through the list use the Next and Previous buttons located at the top and bottom of the page.

Use the link attached to the job title to find out more details about each job, including information on how to apply. From here there is an option to be notified via email of similar jobs.

Use the Back to search results button to navigate back to your list of jobs.

Quick search

Located on the Home page, Quick search gives you the fastest way to find jobs with JobSearch. You have five options to find jobs:

• enter a keyword
• enter a location
• choose an occupation from the pick list available
• enter a Job ID
• a combination of the above.

Select the Find jobs button and your search results will display. A maximum of 100 jobs will display for any one search.

Further information

If you have any more questions, please read our Frequently Asked Questions. If you cannot find the information you need, contact our support team at  ajs@deewr.gov.au.