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FISHING INDUSTRY POSITIONS
INDEPENDENT SEAFOOD PRODUCERS PTY LTD

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics / Rail & Maritime Transport

Job summary

Join Independent Seafood Producers in Cairns! Full-time fishing, maritime & seafood roles. Earn $71,481–$95,000 + super. Apply now!

Cairns North, 4870, Cairns, Queensland

Full time

$71,481 - $95,000 Annual

Japanese Speaking Cook Wanted experience in Hot Food, Sushi and Sashimi preparation
Yama Izakaya

Hospitality & Tourism / Chefs/Cooks

Job summary

Join the Team at Yama Zaru: Japanese Speaking Cook Wanted!Hot Meals, Sushi & Sashimi experiance Required

Cairns, 4870, Queensland

Full time

$72,000 - $86,000 Annual

Become the Face of Yama Zaru – Japanese Speaking Server Wanted!
Yama Izakaya

Hospitality & Tourism / Bar & Beverage Staff

Job summary

Front of House Host & Waitstaff (Japanese Speaking) – Yama Zaru

Cairns, 4870, Queensland

Full time

$72,000 - $85,000 Annual

Fast Food retail Supervisor
L'escale de cairns pty ltd

Hospitality & Tourism / Management

Job summary

The Roti Shack is looking for a Retail Supervisor for our takeaway shop in Cairns city.

Cairns, 4870, Queensland

Full time

$71,000 - $75,000 Annual

Remedial Massage therapist
Hachi au pty ltd

Healthcare & Medical / Other

Job summary

remedialmassage

Cairns, 4870, Queensland

Full time

$79,423 - $83,000 Annual

Retail Manager
Conphone Pty Ltd trading as Casphone

Retail & Consumer Products / Management - Store

Job summary

Retail Manager needed - Casphone

Cairns, 4870, Queensland

Full time

$80,000 - $85,000 Annual

Motor Mechanic
Laborwise Solutions Pty Ltd

Trades & Services / Other

Job summary

Motor Mechanic Join the team in Australia diagnosing & repairing vehicles, conducting maintenance, ensuring customer satisfaction

Cairns, 4870, Queensland

Full time

$75,000 - $90,000 Annual

Delivery Driver
dominos

Call Centre & Customer Service / Other

Job summary

If you're craving to be part of the most cutting-edge pizza squad in Australia and New Zealand, you're in the perfect spot!

Cairns & Far North, Cairns, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

Branch Operations Assistant - Cairns
indie campers | linkedin

Call Centre & Customer Service / Other

Job summary

ABOUT US Indie Campers, the go-to campervan Marketplace, is on a mission of making road trips available to everyone.

Cairns & Far North, Cairns, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

Business Development Executive
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners

Sales / New Business Development

Job summary

The Opportunity As a Business Development Executive, you’ll ensure our products are always visible, always available, and always creating great experiences for customers.

Cairns & Far North, Cairns, Queensland

Casual

Not specified

Strong employment demand, diverse industries, lifestyle-driven careers

Cairns’ employment base continues to strengthen, supported by population growth, infrastructure investment, and a diversifying regional economy. With approximately 92,000 people employed across the Cairns region, including strong representation in healthcare, education, construction, and tourism, the city offers genuine career diversity and opportunity.

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Beyond the tourism label

While Cairns is internationally recognised as a tourism destination, today’s economy tells a broader story. The city has evolved into a regional service and knowledge centre supporting healthcare, education, aviation, defence, construction, and environmental science. This is not simply diversification – it reflects Cairns’ emergence as Northern Australia’s primary regional employment hub.

The professional opportunity

Cairns offers something distinctive in Australia’s employment landscape: meaningful career progression without metropolitan congestion or intense competition. Professionals are valued for versatility and contribution, working closely with decision-makers in collaborative organisations where work-life integration is part of everyday reality.

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Competitive edge

Career progression in Cairns is shaped by opportunity rather than scale alone. In larger cities, professionals may spend years competing for advancement while managing long commutes and high living costs. In Cairns, employers compete for talent by offering flexibility, responsibility, and remuneration aligned with a lower cost of living.

The Cairns network effect

Professional relationships in Cairns extend beyond formal workplaces. Connections are built through community events, professional associations, and informal networks, creating a relationship-driven business environment. Median full-time earnings typically range from $65,000 to $95,000, varying by industry and experience.

Professional networking
& career development

Advance Cairns and the Cairns Chamber of Commerce support local professionals through networking events, advocacy, and industry collaboration. Regional Development Australia Far North Queensland & Torres Strait further connects businesses and professionals across priority sectors.

Major industries &
career opportunities

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Healthcare & social assistance
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Healthcare & social assistance

Healthcare is the largest and fastest-growing employment sector in Cairns, driven by population growth and the city’s role as a regional service centre. Registered nurses earn $93,000–$115,000, allied health professionals $100,000–$130,000, healthcare managers $130,000–$180,000, and medical specialists $150,000+.
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Professional, scientific & technical services
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Professional, scientific & technical services

Professional services in Cairns support infrastructure delivery, environmental management, engineering, and digital solutions across Far North Queensland. Engineers earn $105,000–$185,000, IT professionals $100,000–$165,000, project managers $115,000–$180,000, and consultants $100,000–$150,000.
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Construction & infrastructure
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Construction & infrastructure

Ongoing investment in housing, hospitals, transport, and community infrastructure underpins strong construction demand. Construction managers earn $140,000–$200,000, project managers $120,000–$180,000, site supervisors $80,000–$120,000, and trades $80,000–$130,000.
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Education & training
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Education & training

Cairns is a major education centre for Far North Queensland, anchored by James Cook University and a growing vocational sector. Academic staff earn $90,000–$150,000, teachers $75,000–$110,000, trainers $80,000–$120,000, and administrators $75,000–$120,000.
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Manufacturing & logistics
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Manufacturing & logistics

Food processing, marine services, and logistics support regional supply chains and exports. Operations managers earn $120,000–$180,000, logistics coordinators $75,000–$100,000, quality specialists $80,000–$110,000, and supervisors $70,000–$95,000.
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Technology & innovation
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Technology & innovation

Cairns’ technology sector continues to emerge, particularly in digital services, environmental technology, health innovation, and remote service delivery. Software developers earn $85,000–$150,000, data specialists $110,000–$160,000, and digital managers $120,000–$160,000.
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Tourism & hospitality
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Tourism & hospitality

Tourism remains a cornerstone of Cairns’ economy, supporting accommodation, food services, events, and experience-based businesses. Hotel managers earn $90,000–$130,000, restaurant managers $75,000–$100,000, chefs $65,000–$95,000, and tourism operators $60,000–$90,000.
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