May’s Most Wanted: Top Job Searches Across Gippsland

Gippslander had a huge month in May, with over 13,000 job views! Check out the top 5 towns and job categories locals searched for — and why more people are ditching the social scroll and heading straight to Gippslander to find (or fill) local jobs.

May’s Most Wanted: Top Job Searches Across Gippsland

May was massive. Gippslander didn’t just grow — it boomed harder than a Bunnings sausage sizzle on a long weekend. 🌭🔥
Over 13,100 job views were recorded — a 110% jump from April!

We’re proud to bring this growing local platform to Gippsland and couldn’t be more excited to see the momentum continue. It’s clear: Gippslanders are loving a better way to search for jobs — and post them — without having to wade through the usual chaos of social media.

Sick of your job hunt getting lost between cat videos and keyboard wars over bin night? Or maybe you’re an employer who’s over shouting into the social media void? Gippslander cuts through the chaos and connects locals with real jobs — no fluff, just results.

Here’s what everyone’s been searching for across the region 👇


🌍 Top 5 Searched Locations – May

  1. Warragul
    Warragul takes the crown this month, jumping from third to first! With ongoing growth and strong local interest, it’s becoming one of Gippsland’s go-to spots for job seekers.
  2. Lakes Entrance
    A fresh entry into the top five, Lakes Entrance made waves in May. It’s clear that the coast is calling — and locals are paying attention.
  3. Traralgon
    Still a strong performer, Traralgon slips slightly from #2 to #3, but continues to be one of the most searched locations in the Latrobe Valley.
  4. Morwell
    Last month’s #1 now sits at #4, but it’s still a powerhouse of job activity in Gippsland — with steady search volume and consistent interest.
  5. Bairnsdale
    Holding onto a top-five spot once again, Bairnsdale proves East Gippsland’s biggest town is still on plenty of job seekers’ radars.

🛠️ Top 5 Searched Categories – May

  1. Retail and Hospitality
    Leaping into first place this month, this sector saw a big spike in interest and engagement. It’s a clear winner across many towns.
  2. Administration and Support
    A consistent performer. This category continues to attract locals looking for structure and steady day-to-day roles.
  3. Construction and Trades
    After leading the pack last month, this one’s still going strong. It’s remained a top interest area and shows no signs of slowing down.
  4. Community and Social Services
    Down a touch from April, but still one of Gippsland’s most searched. This sector shows that meaningful work is always in demand.
  5. Maintenance and Cleaning
    A return to the top five for this proudly Gippsland category. With seasonal shifts and regional roots, it’s still holding strong.

💬 Quote of the Month

“I found a job on Gippslander without having to scroll past all the usual rubbish on Facebook. It’s just straight to the point.”

We built Gippslander to bypass the noise — and that feedback’s exactly why. No distractions. No algorithms. Just real jobs for real locals.


📣 Thinking of Hiring? Now’s the Time.

With job seeker interest up over 100% from last month, now is the perfect time to get your listing in front of active locals.

👉 Post your job on Gippslander today

Or, if you’re on the hunt for your next opportunity:
👉 Explore all Gippsland jobs here

Thanks again for being part of this growing Gippsland success story. We’re so proud to bring a fresh, focused, local-first platform to the region — and we’re just getting started. 💚