Actuaries analyse a wide variety of data (including mathematical, statistical, demographic, economic, and more) in order to minimise risk when it comes to financial decision making. They can work in-house providing advice for a business, or advise individual private clients on financial decisions. If you love maths and stats, are a great problem-solver, and want …
General Practitioners (GPs) are specialist, community based Doctors trained to care for people of all ages, all walks of life, and with all types of medical issues and concerns. They focus on the health of the whole person, combining preventative, physical, psychological and social aspects of care. If you’re a people person with lots of …
Artificial intelligence (AI) Engineers are responsible for developing and programming new applications and systems for use in smart software and machines. AI uses algorithms, such as logic and probability, as well as other processes such as speech- and face-recognition, to operate and problem-solve without the assistance of people. If you love technology and science, have …
Train Drivers are responsible for driving and operating trains. There are many different kinds of trains you could drive, such as passenger trains, freight trains, trams, locomotives, and more. Your duties and working hours will also vary depending on the type of train you drive. If you want a job that could let you see …
Aircraft Pilots operate planes in order to transport passengers and goods from one location to their destination. They may also provide agricultural, aerial surveillance, or other aviation services. If you are hard working and confident, are willing to work long hours away from home, and want a job that can take you anywhere in the …
Psychologists are health professionals who use their knowledge and skills to diagnose and help people manage a variety of mental health problems. These can be cognitive, behavioural or educational disorders, and some psychologists may choose to specialise in a specific area. If you are patient with great listening skills, want to make a difference in …
Logistics Managers are responsible for making sure our goods and resources travel smoothly from the supplier to the customer. They oversee the organisation, storage, distribution and transport of goods in order to keep costs down and operations running efficiently. If you are a problem-solving expert, have excellent time management skills, and can think quickly on …
Paramedics respond swiftly to medical emergencies, assess the state of and attend to injured people, and provide transport to medical facilities if necessary. They work in high-pressure situations and are required to use their medical knowledge and training to make important decisions to save people’s lives. If you work well under pressure, are a confident …
Sonographers are medical imaging professionals who operate ultrasound devices to capture and interpret anatomical images. Sonographers can specialise in imaging certain parts of the body, such as abdomen and chest, breast, cardiac, musculoskeletal, obstetric and gynaecological, paediatric, small parts, and vascular. If you are caring and committed, are dedicated to improving people’s health, and are …
Mathematical scientists use data and analytics to solve real-world problems, and this is a highly specialised industry. You’ll usually need a university level qualification to work in this industry, although you could start with a Diploma or Science if you need an alternative pathway.
Mining is a growing industry, and you can get started with just a traineeship, but more advanced qualifications include at university level will allow you to apply for more varied roles.
Architecture is a competitive and highly specialised field, and you’ll need a university qualification before you can start work. Draftspeople and building designers need a VET qualification.
Design and create software systems and be part of the growing tech sector. You’ll need practical skills and in this industry your experience counts. Fast track your career with a degree in software, or look for a VET qualification to get you started.
Protect people and organisations from online cyber threats in this field. You could work for large corporations or government organisations, and you’ll most likely need a university level qualification to find a role.
Project Managers are highly organised people who make sure any project runs smoothly. You’ll generally need a degree to find a job, but could start with a VET qualification and gain experience before moving into project management.
Written by Ari Yeganeh How I got started in Data Analytics Growing up I never liked wearing school uniforms. I could never find a shirt or pants that quite fit and it always seemed like my parents were getting me clothes that would fit me ‘next year’. Hence my impression of adults working …
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Financial Managers take care of the money side of businesses. They create budgets, do forward planning, report on how well (or how badly) businesses may be operating. They work out what investments or expenses can be approved or cut and then implement strategies to work helping organisations to keep running and ultimately boost profits. If …
Scrum Masters are important within Project Management teams who use “Scrum” frameworks when they’re working on complex projects that can change a lot during their progress (e.g. Agile Software Development). Scrum Masters manage communications between team members and departments, provide focus and clarity, and remove obstacles and distractions to ensure plans stay on track through …
Human Resources (HR) Managers are responsible for overseeing the organisation of the workforce in businesses and organisations. If you’re good at multi-tasking, non-judgemental, and able to take a balanced approach to situations, then working as an HR Manager could be a rewarding career for you. About you: Efficient, organised and open-minded, with excellent …
UX (or User Experience) Designers create easy, efficient, relevant, pleasant experiences for the end-user. UX Design can be applied to any product or service, from websites to vegetable peelers, or even a visit to the local supermarket. If you’re practical but creative, have great all-round communication skills and are looking for a job which is …
Managers coordinate and organise business activities to ensure that objectives, goals, missions, visions and values are met. To work in a career at this level, you’ll need to wear many hats and have strengths in both administrative and leadership roles. Management can be split into three tiers: Upper Management – in this these roles you’d …
Professional Tennis Players follow an international circuit competing in tennis matches. Entering tournaments, playing in exhibition games, and making business deals including sponsorships and other endorsements are all part of the job. If you’re highly competitive, have a passion for tennis, and are willing to commit to long hours of training, you might have what …
Politics is both an art and science that focuses on people. Politicians and politics are at play in nearly every career and life scenario to some extent. Our daily lives are dictated by rules and laws designed to benefit individuals and develop and maintain flourishing communities and countries. It’s an industry that can be incredibly …
Responsible for keeping aircrafts, flight crews, and airline passengers safe, Air Traffic Controllers work from control towers, approach control facilities, or route centres. They instruct aircraft when to safely take off or land. Coordinate air traffic patterns to maintain safe distances from other aircraft. Monitor all aircraft to ensure they are in the right place …
Physicians (aka specialists, specialist physicians or consultant physicians) are qualified medical doctors who have gone on to complete further training in a medical specialty. Physicians are responsible for diagnosing, treating and managing the medical conditions of adults. Paediatricians do the same thing but work with infants, children and adolescents. They care for difficult, serious, on-going …
Specialists are fully qualified Medical Doctors who have decided on a particular area of medicine that they are passionate about and would like to focus on within their career. If you’re really interested in a specific area of medicine, have all the qualities of a great Doctor, and are committed and passionate, then you might …
Space is a growing industry. Once upon a time the only way to get into the industry was to work for the government, but now some of the world’s biggest and brightest minds are focused on commercialising space. Which means more jobs and more opportunities. The bad news is that most of those opportunities at this …
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