Dynamic Workforce
A diverse economy requires a dynamic workforce to thrive.
The South West is fortunate to be able to draw on a highly skilled workforce to meet the demands of business and industry.
It is estimated that 80,407 people work in South West Region in a range of occupations, providing a deep pool of skills within the region. There are large numbers of technicians and trades workers, as well as professionals.
Education and training
The South West has a comprehensive range of higher education and training facilities, providing many opportunities for upskilling and tertiary qualifications at a local level.
Bunbury’s Edith Cowan University and the South Regional TAFE are the largest providers of tertiary education in the region. Find out more about education and training opportunities.
It is estimated that 80,407 people work in South West Region.
Of those people working within South West Region:
- 6,808 work in Augusta-Margaret River (8.5%).
- 682 work in Boyup Brook (0.8%).
- 2,250 work in Bridgetown-Greenbushes (2.8%).
- 26,364 work in Bunbury (32.8%).
- 16,983 work in Busselton (21.1%).
- 3,369 work in Capel (4.2%).
- 4,994 work in Collie (6.2%).
- 3,796 work in Dardanup (4.7%).
- 1,868 work in Donnybrook – Balingup (2.3%).
- 8,425 work in Harvey (10.5%).
- 4,407 work in Manjimup (5.5%).
- 461 work in Nannup (0.6%).
