GLADSTONE

Facts and Figures

• 15% increase in manufacturing over previous year
• 12% increase in mining over previous year
• 10% increase in property and business services over previous year
• 9% increase in construction over previous year

Employment by Occupation

In 2006, the top five occupations in the Gladstone region were estimated to be:
• Tradespersons and related workers (20% share of total employment)
• Intermediate production and transport workers (17% share of total employment)
• Intermediate clerical, sales and service persons (13% share of total employment)
• Associate professionals (13% share of total employment)
• Professionals (12% share of total employment)

Employment Outlook: The Next Five Years

As a designated State Development Area, the Gladstone region is poised to significantly strengthen its presence in the Queensland economy over the next five years. The increased investment and promotion of the area by the State Government is likely to generate opportunities for business expansion and relocation to the area on a national and international scale.

Key Industry Information

The Gladstone region is one of the world's top locations for large-scale minerals and metals processing industries. Strategically located along interconnected freight routes, the region offers easy access by road, sea and rail to domestic and international markets.

At the heart of the region's economy are the key industries that comprise the majority of the region's output. These key industries are:

1. Mineral and Chemical Processing and Extraction
2. Manufacturing
3. Transport and Freight Services
4. Energy Generation
5. Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
6. Water Supply

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