Identifying suitable job opportunities is an important first step when developing a job search plan to establish a successful career. Researching various aspects of potential jobs, such as job prospects, wage information and required skill levels will help you with this process.
Useful web sites
Information about weekly earnings and rates of pay for particular jobs can be found on the web sites in our Related Links. The following is a summary of what you will find on these sites.
Workplace Relations
If you have a specific question regarding your wages, rates of pay or any other aspect of your work conditions, you can call the Fair Work Infoline on 13 13 94.
Job Outlook
Job Outlook is a part of the Australian JobSearch web site and is designed to help you find information about job prospects, weekly earnings, different types of work and other useful occupational information. For more information see JobSearch—Job Outlook (see Related Links).
Financial benefits of working
Centrelink Rate Estimator Service
The online Centrelink Rate Estimator service is available if you want to:
- estimate your Centrelink payments (not including Family Assistance Office payments)
- compare the financial benefits of working in paid employment, even while you are receiving a Centrelink Allowance or Pension.
You do not need to register to use the Centrelink Rate Estimator. To use the Centrelink Rate Estimator, visit the Centrelink web page (see Related Links). There is a link to the Rate Estimator on this web page.