Newcastle is home to leading education, health, defence and energy institutions. Discover a number of career opportunities in a range of industries.
Newcastle has transformed. It’s a city of innovation and technology, boasting an impressive number of career opportunities in a range of industries. Home to some of the leading education, health, defence and energy institutions, among others, we’re a smart city with an ecosystem that supports local businesses and entrepreneurs.
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Our culture of innovation
Newcastle is a high-growth area of industrial diversification, with the establishment of a Renewable Energy Zone, new manufacturing industries and the John Hunter Health Precinct.
A global connected city
Newcastle Airport is the Hunter Region's main aviation hub, offering domestic and international connections. The adjoining Astra Aerolab is a cutting edge defence, aerospace & innovation precinct.
A smart city
Leading smart city infrastructure is establishing Newcastle as a forward thinking destination, with innovations that facilitate quality lifestyles and solve the problems of modern city living.
Skilled talent
Our economic development is primarily driven by the wealth of innovation, knowledge and skills provided by our local community.
City centre
New development
With commercial and residential developments underway throughout the city centre, Newcastle is becoming a premier work destination.
A city with smarts
Nation-leading smart city infrastructure is establishing Newcastle as a forward thinking destination, with innovations that solve the problems of modern city living.
Connected transport
With light rail connections throughout the city, commuting is a breeze. If you live outside the CBD, you can catch a bus, take the train or get your daily dose of exercise by riding your bike!
Creative innovation hub
Our city centre is home to numerous creative spaces, capable education and business institutions and hospitality venues to explore for both work and play.
Healthcare & research
Innovative healthcare
Healthcare and social assistance is the largest employer in Newcastle, with the University of Newcastle (UoN) Medical School and Hunter Medical Research Institute cementing our reputation.
Collaborative research
The Living Laboratory provides dedicated space for clinicians, researchers, students and industry partners to drive innovation. This is a partnership between the local health service and UoN.
Research & development
We’re home to some of the top research institutions, outnumbering any other regional Australian city for R&D. UoN is also the number one university in Australia for industry collaboration.
The innovation precinct
Establishment of the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, due for completion in 2026, will deliver expanded facilities, a new Emergency Department and a purpose-built education space.
Energy & technology
A clean energy future
With plans for a Renewable Energy Zone and global-scale hydrogen industry, Newcastle is at the forefront of clean technology innovation.
A city with smarts
Cutting-edge digital technologies and data-driven innovation are positioning Newcastle as a forward-thinking city, delivering practical solutions to the challenges of modern urban life.
Forward-thinking sustainability
The 100% renewable Port of Newcastle’s sustainability efforts have been rated the second best in the world.
Highly capable knowledge economy
Clusters of expertise are building around our capable anchor institutions in defence, manufacturing, education, digital, medicine and creative industries, amongst others.
Education
A Top 200 university
With several campuses throughout the region, the University of Newcastle is one of the Top 200 universities in the world, and the number one university in Australia for industry collaboration.
Hands-on education
Newcastle is also home to over five TAFE campuses scattered throughout the region, allowing apprenticeships, traineeships, short courses and education opportunities in a number of industries.
Quality education
Newcastle offers a wealth of diverse private and public schools throughout the region, including the Hunter School of Performing Arts, Hunter Sports High, Newcastle Grammar and St Francis Xavier High.
Performing arts
Considering our culture of creativity and innovation, it’s no surprise we’re also home to many theatre groups, classes and facilities, such as the Conservatorium of Music.
Airport & Astra Aerolab
A gateway for domestic travel
Newcastle Airport connects locals to major Australian cities including Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Hobart, Perth, Gold Coast, Canberra, Cairns, with new routes added regularly.
25 minutes from Newcastle
Less than half an hour from Newcastle, enjoy the convenience of dedicated pick up/drop off zones, two bus routes, taxis and rideshare options as well as car rentals and parking spaces.
Newcastle Airport Expansion
The expansion marks a major step forward in the region’s global connectivity, opening new opportunities for travel, trade, and investment across Asia, New Zealand and the Middle East.
The Astra Aerolab
A cutting-edge defence, aerospace and innovation precinct, the adjoining Astra Aerolab is a hub for advanced technology industries and employment opportunities.
Port of Newcastle
Deepwater facility
Our Port of Newcastle handles trade worth around $37 billion per annum and is at the heart of our cities economic strength.
Freight and infrastructure
The Port has excellent access to national rail and road infrastructure and is actively diversifying its freight operations.
Continued development
As there is still significant industrial land available with direct port access, the Port of Newcastle has room to expand operations and future proof our city as well.
100% renewable
The Port of Newcastle’s sustainability efforts have also been rated the second best globally, reflecting the forward thinking nature of our city.
Imagine working in a city with:
Collaborative, co-working spaces
So you can connect, innovate and invent with other businesses and entrepreneurs.
Quality education & health precincts
That are home to some of the leading institutions in the country.
Skill development programs
To upskill, mentor and support individuals to achieve their goals.
Connected international networks
For greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities on a global scale.
Research & Development
We’re home to some of the top research institutions, outnumbering any other regional Australian city for R&D.
City of Newcastle
We all sit on Awabakal and Worimi land.
‘Niirun Yalawa Awabakal dha Worimi burrai’.
City of Newcastle acknowledges its Local Government Area sits within the Country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We acknowledge that Country for Aboriginal peoples is an interconnected set of ancient relationships.
We acknowledge the custodianship of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples and the care and stewardship they have performed in this place since time immemorial.
Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.
‘Wunyibu wunyibu warra wunyibu wunyibu kuumba Guuri burrai’.