What types of jobs are available in Macedon?

Macedon offers a variety of job opportunities, particularly in construction, agriculture, and retail sectors, making it a diverse job market.

Is Macedon a good place for families?

Absolutely, Macedon boasts excellent schools, community amenities, and family-friendly neighbourhoods, making it well-suited for family living.

What are the key towns in the Macedon region?

The main towns include Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey, and Lancefield, each with unique character and amenities for residents.

How do people commute between towns in Macedon?

Commutes between towns are efficient, with well-maintained roads ensuring easy access to work and services across the region.

What healthcare services are available in Macedon?

The region has two hospitals, providing essential healthcare services to residents, while other healthcare providers are spread throughout the towns.

Are housing costs high in Macedon?

Housing costs in Macedon are generally reasonable, with median rent at about $350 per week and median mortgage payments around $426.

How competitive is the job market in Macedon?

The job market is quite competitive, with a median personal income of $837, reflecting diverse employment opportunities and an active business landscape.

Is Macedon suitable for remote work?

Yes, many areas in Macedon support remote work, particularly in sectors that offer flexible job arrangements, thanks to good internet access in most locations.

What lifestyle can I expect when living in Macedon?

Residents enjoy a blend of community engagement, recreational activities, and access to both urban amenities and natural spaces, enhancing overall quality of life.

How do I apply for jobs through ViewJobs?

You can easily browse and apply for jobs in Macedon by visiting ViewJobs and exploring the listings specific to the region.

Macedon.

There are 73 live roles in Macedon on ViewJobs, 4 new this week. Key industries such as construction, agriculture, and retail provide diverse career options.

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73Live roles

4 ↑New this week

Manufacturing, Transport & LogisticsTop hiring sector

$89.4kMedian advertised salary

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Region snapshot

Life in Macedon

Official figures

Greater Melbourne (ABS)

Figures for Macedon cover ABS region Greater Melbourne (GCCSA 2GMEL). Macedon is part of this area; these figures cover the whole of it.

Estimated resident population: 5,435,590; ABS, 2025 · up 7.4% since 2020^[1]
Unemployment rate: 5.3%; ViewJobs analysis of ABS, September 2026 · up 0.3 points on September 2025^[2]^[3]
Employed people: 2,999,966; ViewJobs analysis of ABS, September 2026 · up 0.7% since September 2025^[2]^[3]
Average salary and wages per earner: $77,688; ViewJobs analysis of ATO, 2023–24^[4]^[5]

Greater Melbourne job market report →

Sources

Australian Bureau of Statistics, Data by Region, v1.6.0. dbr.abs.gov.au. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Accessed 25 October 2026.
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Labour Force, September 2026. abs.gov.au/statistics/labour/employment-and-unemployment/regional-labour-force/sep-2026/MLF1.xlsx. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Accessed 25 October 2026.
ViewJobs, ViewJobs analysis of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Regional Labour Force, September 2026. abs.gov.au/statistics/labour/employment-and-unemployment/regional-labour-force/latest-release. Capital city, state and national figures are sums of the ABS's modelled labour market regions, with rates worked out from the sums.
Australian Taxation Office, Taxation Statistics, 2023–24. data.gov.au/data/dataset/faea4485-f407-457d-97f8-3f0822ccd654/resource/9d8577b7-a096-4758-9b3b-0649f3b83de7/download/ts24individual06taxablestatusstatesa4postcode.xlsx. Licence: CC BY 2.5 AU. Accessed 26 October 2026.
ViewJobs, ViewJobs analysis of the Australian Taxation Office Taxation Statistics, 2023–24. ato.gov.au/about-ato/research-and-statistics/in-detail/taxation-statistics. Capital city, state and national figures are sums of SA4 regions.

Region profile

Median age

41 yrs

Median weekly rent

$350/wk

Median weekly mortgage

$426/wk

Region size

3845.89 (Sq Kms)

Largest city

Gisborne

Infrastructure

Airport

Hospitals

Universities

Housing

33,105households3avg household size

Separate houses30,76593%
Semi-detached1,7515%
Flats & apartments1550%
Attached to shop500%
Caravans & cabins1600%
Other dwellings2241%

Industry mix

8,755businesses across the region

Construction & transport2,636 (30%)
Farming & forestry1,057 (12%)
Wholesale, retail & hospitality971 (11%)
Manufacturing331 (4%)
Mining & utilities65 (1%)
Telecommunications8 (0%)
Other3,687 (42%)

Region profile, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.

Region snapshot

By the numbers

73 live roles across Macedon

4 new roles this week· 20 in the last 30 days

▼ 1 role week-over-week

Job types

Share of live roles by employment type.

Casual37 (51%)
Full-time25 (34%)
Part-time10 (14%)
Contract1 (1%)

Top employers

Most active employers hiring in-region.

1Uber eats30
2Medrecruit12
3APM AU3
4Designing and building Australia's premium large steel buildings3
52 Footprints Disability Supports2
6ALDI2
7Australian Red Cross2
8Braemar College2

Advertised salary

Which industries pay most in Macedon.

$89.4kmedian across live roles

Healthcare & Medical$230k
Education & Training$111.5k
Community Services & Development$92.9k
Banking & Financial Services$85k
Trades & Services$77.1k
Sport & Recreation$69.2k
Construction$57.8k
Retail & Consumer Products$41.5k

Talent in Macedon

Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.

476job seekers in the talent pool

Customer Service60Communication47Time Management40Teamwork37Project Management28Problem Solving21Python20Microsoft Office19

By the numbers

Explore roles by industry

The Macedon roles by industry. Each tile opens that industry across Australia.

A truck driver in hi-vis checks a road train at a country truck stop.

26 roles36%Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics

A nurse checks a drip beside a hospital bed, paddocks outside the ward window.

15 roles21%Healthcare & Medical

A support worker and her client sit together at a kitchen table by an open window.

7 roles10%Community Services & Development

A grower sets out a crate of produce at a farmers' market stall.

6 roles8%Self Employment

A shop assistant stocks the top shelf of a country general store.

5 roles7%Retail & Consumer Products

A teacher draws the water cycle on the board while a student raises a hand.

3 roles4%Education & Training

A concreter in hi-vis runs a bull float across a fresh slab as the agitator truck pours at first light.

2 roles3%Construction

A carpenter cuts a stud on sawhorses beside a timber house frame.

2 roles3%Trades & Services

Latest roles

73 roles hiring now across Macedon

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Newtoday
Specialist Consultant - Paediatrics
Medrecruit
Locum cover is required from 12 April - 11 July 2027. Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
Gisborne, VIC
Part-time
Listed today
Nursing - Paediatric & PICU
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New2 days ago
Junior Store Assistant - Gisborne
ALDI Stores
Company Description ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 5 states. If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI, you know we are not yo…
Gisborne, VIC
Casual
$18.78 – $22.50 an hour
Listed 2 days ago
eCom
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3 days ago
Senior Manager – Aged Care Services
Intereach
Lead a critical service portfolio that supports older people to live well in their communities. Intereach is a not-for-profit community organisation that has worked across rural, regional and remote communities for mo…
Gisborne, VIC
Full-time
Listed 3 days ago
Aged & Disability Support
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6 days ago
Junior Store Assistant - Gisborne
ALDI Stores
Company Description ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 5 states. If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI, you know we are not yo…
Gisborne, VIC
Casual
$18.78 – $22.50 an hour
Listed 6 days ago
eCom
Apply
11 days ago
Disability Support Worker
One Doorway
At One Doorway, we hire based on our program’s needs, not just from a pool of workers. This means you work on the same program with the same team, which creates stability for our participants and support team. We are …
Kyneton, VIC
Casual
$35 – $42 an hour
Listed 11 days ago
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2 weeks ago
Program Officer - Lake Dewar Discovery Camp
The Y Victoria
Location: Lake Dewar Discovery Camp Work Type: Casual Salary: $39.50 About the Role As a Program Officer at Lake Dewar you will be on the front lines of delivering unforgettable experiences. You won't just be running …
Myrniong, VIC
Casual
$30 – $40 an hour
Listed 2 weeks ago
Apply

Living & working

Living and working in Macedon

A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Macedon.

The region has over 33,100 households, averaging three residents per household, with a mix of separate homes and rental properties, reflecting diverse housing needs at reasonable median costs.

Towns in Macedon

Macedon job FAQs

What types of jobs are available in Macedon?: Macedon offers a variety of job opportunities, particularly in construction, agriculture, and retail sectors, making it a diverse job market.
Is Macedon a good place for families?: Absolutely, Macedon boasts excellent schools, community amenities, and family-friendly neighbourhoods, making it well-suited for family living.
What are the key towns in the Macedon region?: The main towns include Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey, and Lancefield, each with unique character and amenities for residents.
How do people commute between towns in Macedon?: Commutes between towns are efficient, with well-maintained roads ensuring easy access to work and services across the region.
What healthcare services are available in Macedon?: The region has two hospitals, providing essential healthcare services to residents, while other healthcare providers are spread throughout the towns.
Are housing costs high in Macedon?: Housing costs in Macedon are generally reasonable, with median rent at about $350 per week and median mortgage payments around $426.
How competitive is the job market in Macedon?: The job market is quite competitive, with a median personal income of $837, reflecting diverse employment opportunities and an active business landscape.
Is Macedon suitable for remote work?: Yes, many areas in Macedon support remote work, particularly in sectors that offer flexible job arrangements, thanks to good internet access in most locations.
What lifestyle can I expect when living in Macedon?: Residents enjoy a blend of community engagement, recreational activities, and access to both urban amenities and natural spaces, enhancing overall quality of life.
How do I apply for jobs through ViewJobs?: You can easily browse and apply for jobs in Macedon by visiting ViewJobs and exploring the listings specific to the region.