Top 25 Emerging Occupations | National Skills Commission

If you’re looking for a change in career, perhaps you could consider new research released by the National Skills Commission this month, which outlines the top 25 jobs that have evolved as the way we work changes.

The good news? Technology fields led the way. The bad news? Well, there isn’t any if you’re in the data, digital, technology or risk and regulation fields.

These positions have been identified by combining traditional and near real-time data using data science techniques, and summarise that some of the changes businesses made this year have accelerated the need for skills in these jobs, while others have been negatively impacted by Covid.

The National Skills Commission’s research includes employment numbers, earnings, demographic profiles and skills in demand for these jobs, and aim to assist in ensuring Aussies are equipped with the right tools and skills for positions that are most likely going to not only stay around, but grow with this ever-changing environment.

In a world of complete unknowns, could these roles be the next certainty, alongside death and taxes? While only time will tell, it appears to be positive news for the tech space, and for now, we'll take it!

The full National Skills Commission list:

Data

Occupations in this cluster are associated with growth in data and data-driven decision making

Data Analysts Data Scientists Data Engineers Data Architects Pricing Analysts

Emerging business practices

Occupations in this cluster are associated with the re-organisation of roles in the workplace, causing changes in tasks.

Agile Coaches Devops Engineers Logistics Analysts

Health

Occupations in this cluster reflect changing specialisations and care practices in the health sector.

Biostatisticians Nurse Liaisons Respiratory Therapists

Online Engagement

Occupations in this cluster are associated with the increasing role of technology in business.

Digital Marketing Analysts Social Media Specialists User Experience Analysts

Refreshing ANZSCO

Occupations in this cluster are jobs that are popular in industry, but not yet reflected in ANZSCO.

Fundraisers

Researchers

Research Assistants

Sustainability Engineering and Trades

Occupations in this cluster reflect trends driven by sustainability such as new forms of renewable energy, which have created a new mix of required skills.

Solar Installers

Energy Efficiency Engineers

Wind Turbine Technicians

Hazardous Materials Labourers

Regulatory

Occupations in this cluster reflect a changing regulatory landscape, especially in financial services and energy industries.

Risk Analysts

Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Energy Auditors

Compensation and Benefits Analysts

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Lauryn McGuiness is a Recruitment and HR professional with 15 years' experience who specialises in recruiting Project Professionals, Business Analysts & IT Specialists. She currently works for Connect One Recruitment.