Western Australia’s tourism and hospitality industry is your ticket to the kind of ‘lifestyle’ career where adventure is always part of the job.
Dish up delights as a chef. Lead tours in spectacular landscapes. Manage teams, events or social media pages. Create a business from your passion. Make cultural connections. Run bars, restaurants or offices. Be the welcoming face of a hotel or a cruise vessel. Plus, much, much more.
If you want a career with adventure, meaning and connection, then take a deep dive into this exciting industry below.
Why choose a career in tourism and hospitality?
OPPORTUNITY
WA’s economy is strong. Last year our industry contributed $16.8 billion and generated more than 89,000 jobs (wow). Join this powerhouse and play a vital role in contributing to the growth of the state.
CONNECTION
You’ll meet so many different people, including happy guests in high spirits on holiday. Make lifelong connections along the way – both on and off the job – that can lead you to the next adventure in your career!
POSSIBILITY
No two career pathways are alike. Learn on the job, train online at your own pace, or enrol in a course at TAFE or university – or a mix! There’s an option to suit your skills, passions, background, education and circumstances. How will you ‘get there’?
PERKS
Besides your wage, your career may also afford you delicious staff meals, great discounts, travel opportunities, flexible hours, work-life balance, or working in the outdoors amongst nature and wildlife in iconic locations.
SUSTAINABILITY
Our industry relies on Western Australia’s natural resources and wonders. It’s part of all our jobs to be consciously minded and aware of our impact on our landscapes, wildlife and communities. Help create and implement sustainable practices every day.
ADVENTURE
Western Australia is vast. There’s a world outside your door to explore, from the coast to the outback, the city to the regions. Where will your adventurous spirit – and your career – take you?
PROGRESSION
No experience? No worries, it’s all about your attitude! Work with passionate people who love our industry and want to see it – and you – thrive. You’ll develop professionally and personally in so many ways, which can take you all over the state, or the world!
Job Profiles
Discover which of our 8 Job Profiles you are! Learn what career might best suit your strengths, passions and preferences, plus the kinds of jobs available to you.
Watch Stories
Hear from young people currently working across Western Australia in tourism and hospitality.
Career Spotlights
Read the inspirational stories of more young people thriving in the industry and check out the ‘Stepping Stones’ that got them there.
Tremane Baxter
Jamie Van Jones
Kate Gibson
Kurtis McGlennon
Francis Shoveller
Jaimen Hudson
Hayden Legassick
Frances Pollock
Search Jobs
So, you’re ready for a career in tourism and hospitality? Of course you are! Start your job search today and explore just some of the jobs available right now.
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Needing extra assistance to start your adventure?
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