Top Job Sites in Australia
As the founder of Five Bees Media, I have been involved in building and launching job platforms since 2009. Throughout this journey, I’ve worked with various software platforms and collaborated with teams to create job sites from the ground up.
In my experience in the recruitment technology space, I’ve developed a few favourites along the way. While the big-name platforms often receive all the attention, I believe it’s the niche job boards that truly deserve the spotlight. In this article, I will break down my list of the most interesting and innovative niche job sites.
(Note: SimilarWeb data was correct as of date of publish Sep 26, 2024)
Backpacker Job Board
Backpacker Job Board was founded in 2010. It’s a job site for working holiday makers. It aims to help backpackers and travellers find short-term and casual work while they explore Australia (and New Zealand).
Ok — I know I’m biassed — but Backpacker Job Board was my first and most successful project. I was a backpacker myself travelling the east coast of Australia when I built the very first iteration of this website. Since then, the site has gone on to great achievements. It has a huge niche following and operates across many sectors as a successful and cost effective recruitment platform.
- Founded: 2010
- Price: free
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #5,002
Ethical Jobs
This is one of my most favourite websites. There’s so much to be impressed with. I love their websites UI/UX — the design is simple, effective and brilliantly executed. They redesign the main layout frequently to improve usability for their local members.
If the branding doesn’t excite you, then the roles advertised on Ethical Jobs certainly will. This is because Ethical Jobs is home to some of the most meaningful employment opportunities in Australia.
As a social enterprise, Ethical Jobs matches community donations to selected charities each week, contributing up to $9,000. They have donated over $1,000,000 to more than 170 charities since its inception.
- Founded: 2009
- Price: from $160
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #1,234
NRMJobs
NRMJobs is a jobs website for the environment, water and natural resource management field in Australia. Founders, David Mussared and Chris Duigan, are both long-term conservation volunteers and advocates who continue to support local environmental projects.
The platform aims to connect employers with skilled professionals in environmental management, conservation, and related fields, promoting sustainable practices and workforce development.
The platform actively collaborates with industry organisations and educational institutions to promote job opportunities and raise awareness about the importance of natural resource management.
- Founded: 1998
- Price: from $165.00
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #10,820
Sportspeople
Sportspeople, established in 2000, has grown to become Australia’s largest job board for the sports, fitness, and aquatic sectors. With a mission to connect employers and skilled professionals, the platform is a key driver of career opportunities in the sports industry. Over the past year, Sportspeople attracted 2.7 million authenticated users, with the majority employed in sport, fitness, or leisure.
Employers can post vacancies starting at $195, reaching a broad audience of over 39,000 potential candidates.
- Founded: 2000
- Prive: $195
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #3,750
Grapevine Jobs
Grapevine Jobs (Australia), was acquired by Five Bees Media in August 2020, is Australia’s leading job board dedicated to the TV, film, and broadcast media industries.
The platform connects skilled professionals with top employers in Australia’s screen sector.
Employers can post job advertisements for free for a basic listing, with featured listings available for just $90. From production and post-production to IT and animation, Grapevine Jobs offers a wide range of categories tailored to the screen industry, fostering connections and career growth within the sector.
- Founded: 2020
- Price: free
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #80,917
Our Mob
Our Mob, founded in 2009, is Australia’s largest database of qualified Indigenous Australians, dedicated to connecting First Nations job seekers with employers committed to diversity and inclusivity. The platform emphasises cultural respect, community engagement, and empowerment, ensuring Indigenous perspectives are at the heart of the hiring process.
Employers can post job listings starting at $100, gaining extensive exposure through the platform’s wide reach, including exposure to over 100,000 members across social media. Our Mob plays a vital role in showcasing Indigenous talent and fostering workforce diversity across sectors.
- Founded: 2009
- Price: from $100
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #414,907
Toozly
Toozly, founded in 2015 and based in Sydney, is Australia’s leading platform dedicated to connecting job seekers with disabilities to inclusive employers. Through partnerships with major organisations like Commonwealth Bank, ANZ, and PwC, Toozly continues to advocate for inclusive hiring practices and provide opportunities for people with disabilities across Australia.
- Founded: 2015
- Price: $220
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #260,879
Student Job Board
Student Job Board was created to connect students and recent graduates with part-time and casual job opportunities across Australia. The platform’s mission is to help students gain practical work experience while studying.
With job categories ranging from hospitality and retail to internships and graduate roles, Student Job Board caters to the specific needs of students seeking flexible work.
- Founded: 2020
- Price: free
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #59,382
SEO Jobs Australia
SEO Jobs Australia, founded in 2023, is dedicated to connecting businesses with skilled SEO professionals. The platform serves SEO specialists, digital marketers, and content strategists, offering job opportunities across various sectors, from agencies to in-house teams.
- Founded: 2023
- Price: free
- Australia Ranking (Similarweb): #611,896