South Gippsland is home to 30,577 people, with 50.7% working full-time and 37.7% part-time — one of the highest part-time work rates in Gippsland. That reflects the region’s balance between lifestyle and career opportunities.
👉 For job seekers: it means plenty of South Gippsland jobs with flexible hours.
👉 For employers: it means access to a workforce that values both stability and lifestyle.
Where the jobs are
South Gippsland has a diverse economy with strong representation in:
- 💬 Community and Social Services
- 🛍️ Retail and Hospitality
- 👷 Construction and Trades
- 🧾 Administration and Support
👉 Whether you’re looking for jobs in Leongatha, Korumburra, Foster, or Mirboo North, South Gippsland offers opportunities across healthcare, trades, farming, education, and local services.
Hot spots in South Gippsland
- Leongatha – healthcare, manufacturing, and retail
- Korumburra – agriculture, dairy, and local services
- Foster – healthcare, aged care, and community roles
- Mirboo North – education, hospitality, and small business
For employers: The talent’s already here
With a strong agricultural base, local training pathways, and a growing services sector, South Gippsland businesses can find committed workers who live and work locally.
👉 Hire people who live local, spend local, and stay local with South Gippsland employment opportunities.
For job seekers: play the local card
Employers in South Gippsland value candidates who understand the community. Showing your ties to the region can help you stand out from other applicants.
The takeaway
South Gippsland is more than farmland and scenery — it’s a diverse and evolving job market with opportunities in healthcare, education, trades, community services, and agriculture. Whether you’re hiring or job-hunting, it’s one of Gippsland’s best places to work and hire.
🟢 Work local. Hire local. Right here in South Gippsland.