BRISBANE
MARKET OVERVIEW
Brisbane
Uncertainty due to COVID, the QLD State Election and logistical challenges with WFH arrangements all contributed to the reduction in investment of major technology and business transformation projects throughout 2020. However, since the end of last year, we have seen a significant improvement in business confidence which has led to the initiation of a number of new IT related projects and the reestablishment of projects that had been shelved due to COVID.
As a result, we are now seeing a return in demand for project services related skills (Project Managers, Business Analysts, Architects and Organisational Change Analysts). The need for experienced Cyber Security, Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Specialists has remained high throughout COVID.
Assuming demand for IT skills continues at the current levels, we will begin to move into a candidate short market by the end of this financial year.
Keith Dixon
General Manager - QLD
Talent
TALENT INSIGHTS
Brisbane
TECH TALENT
36,357 technology professionals, with an average tenure of 1.7 years.
FASTEST HIRING JOBS
Data Engineer, Support Engineer, Solutions Manager, Director of Infrastructure, Cybersecurity Analyst, Business Intelligence Developer
IN-DEMAND SKILLS
Business Analysis, SQL, Python, Data Analysis, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity
IN-DEMAND BENEFITS
Flexible working conditions, location, good culture
TOP TECH EMPLOYERS
Queensland Health, Telstra, Suncorp Group, Brisbane City Council, Queensland Department of Education
GENDER IDENTITY*
69% Male
31% Female
*The information in this site has been retrieved from sources with gender binary data. We acknowledge those who do not fit within this rigid framework and understand there are many more gender identities beyond the binary.
LIVING IN THE CITY
Brisbane
Brisbane is currently enjoying an extended period of economic prosperity and growth which looks set to continue for the foreseeable future. Significant investment is being made into Brisbane’s infrastructure with major projects such as the Cross Rover Rail project, the new Queen’s Wharf Casino Complex and the expansion of Brisbane Airport beginning construction.
Brisbane also offers a high standard of living with much lower living costs than Sydney and Melbourne (particularly the cost of housing) but with technology related salaries rivalling those of the these cities.
With nearly 300 days of sunshine per year, Brisbane offers an unrivalled lifestyle for those who love the outdoors being only an hour from the beautiful beaches and relaxed lifestyle of the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast and a short drive to the many national parks of the Gold Coast Hinterland. For those who enjoy the nightlife, the redevelopment of Howard Smith Wharf has added another favourite hotspot to rival the likes of Newstead and Fortitude Valley offering even more restaurants and bars to explore and experience.
A burgeoning tech start up community has positioned Brisbane as a major start-up hub increasing demand for specialised technology skillsets. QLD State Government continue to invest in technology programs that will transform the way we live in Queensland and with a resurgence in commercial industry sectors such as natural resources and banking, employment opportunities are strong.
All prices quoted are in local currency.
Average cost of a coffee
$4.56
Average cost of renting a 1 bed in the city
$1634/month
Average gym membership per month
$63
SALARY DATA
Brisbane
Permanent roles are annual salaries and contract rates are hourly. All data is in local currency. Salaries are exclusive of superannuation. Contractor rate is the rate paid to the contractor.
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