About the Census:
The Census is the most comprehensive snapshot of Australia and tells the story of how we are changing. It helps us understand what we need now, and into the future.
The Census is run every 5 years. It's one of the largest and most important collections to count the number of people and houses in Australia. The Census asks questions about your age, country of birth, cultural background, living situation, work and education. It's used to estimate Australia's population, distribute government funds, and plan services for individuals, families and communities.
Jobs for the 2026 Census:
The Census temporary workforce plays a crucial role in supporting participation in the Census. To support as many people as possible to participate, the ABS will be hiring to fill more than 30,000 jobs for the 2026 Census.
There are a variety of jobs you can apply for near you. These jobs may include delivering Census letters and forms, answering questions from the public, and assisting households that have not yet responded. Some positions could also involve managing a team of people on the ground.
Jobs are temporary and short-term, with variable and flexible working hours that include weekdays, weekends and evenings.
We're looking for a broad range of people to reflect the diversity of Australia.
Jobs open now in Coolangatta and surrounding areas:
Field Manager:
As a Field Manager, you'll lead Census field work within your designated area. We are looking for:
* Proven experience in leading, managing, and supporting a team to deliver the required outcomes
* Highly organised people with strong attention to detail, especially in high-volume environments with strict deadlines
* Ability to communicate sensitively and respectfully, considering diverse cultural backgrounds.
Mobile Field Representative:
As a Mobile Field Representative, you'll travel to support Census teams in your region. We are looking for:
* Ability and willingness to travel away from home for multiple nights to a range of locations
* Experience working within a larger team and following instructions and procedures
* Ability to communicate sensitively and respectfully, taking consideration of different cultural and diverse backgrounds, with the ability to build rapport and relationships based on trust.
We encourage people to get their application in early to be considered for jobs in their local region.
For more information about Field Manager and Mobile Field Representative jobs and what's involved, visit census.abs.gov.au/jobs.
Have more questions? Call our Recruitment Support Line on 1300 100 557.