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Australia faces ninth straight quarter of declining job vacancies

News • 26th Sep 2024 • 2 Min Read

Australia faces ninth straight quarter of declining job vacancies

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Author: Samriddhi Srivastava Samriddhi Srivastava
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Compared to the previous year, job openings fell sharply by 17.1%, resulting in a seasonally adjusted total of 329,900—the lowest level since August 2021.

Australia's job market continues to show signs of strain, with job vacancies declining for the ninth consecutive quarter. According to recent data, job vacancies fell by 5.2% in the August quarter, following a 3.5% decrease in the previous quarter. Year-over-year, the number of job openings plummeted 17.1%, bringing the total to a seasonally adjusted 329,900—the lowest level recorded since August 2021.

While these numbers reflect a significant decrease in job vacancies, it's important to note that they remain 45% higher than pre-COVID-19 levels. However, the private sector has seen a notable 4.9% drop in vacancies, and the public sector experienced an even sharper decline of 7.5%. Out of 18 analysed industries, 11 reported reductions in job openings, with the accommodation, food services, and manufacturing sectors experiencing the steepest declines.

The recent data pushes the number of open job vacancies to 30% below their peak, which significantly affects the worker-to-opening ratio. This ratio has now risen to 1.9 from 1.7, indicating that there are fewer job openings available relative to the number of workers. Despite this increase, the current ratio is still below the pre-pandemic level of 3:1, suggesting ongoing challenges in the job market.

The decline in job vacancies signals a cooling labour market, particularly impacting industries that rely heavily on in-person labour, such as accommodation, food services, and manufacturing. Investors may need to exercise caution as this trend could influence consumer spending and industrial production. The decrease in job openings could also point to an economic shift that may require businesses to reassess their strategies.

Furthermore, Australia's evolving job market landscape is indicative of broader global economic changes. The increase in the labour supply—driven by an influx of skilled migrants and foreign students—has eased the previously tight labour market. 

This influx not only helps mitigate labour shortages but also reflects significant global mobility trends and educational migration patterns. These trends carry substantial implications for workforce planning and economic policy, as governments and businesses strive to adapt to the shifting dynamics.

Despite the challenges faced by specific sectors, the overall economic recovery in Australia shows signs of resilience. The increased supply of labour may provide opportunities for businesses to fill roles that have been difficult to staff, especially in sectors that continue to recover from the impacts of the pandemic.

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