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Where Careers and Lifestyle Thrive

Careers and Community Across the Shoalhaven

Most people know the Shoalhaven for its beaches, national parks and iconic South Coast towns. Spend a little longer here and you’ll discover something else: a region with genuine career depth and opportunities across a surprising range of industries.

Whether you’re considering a move to the region or already call it home, this is a place where new opportunities, career growth, community connection and lifestyle balance can thrive together.

Employment industries

The Shoalhaven's economy is powered by a diverse mix of industries, creating employment opportunities across healthcare, community services, defence, advanced manufacturing, construction, tourism, hospitality, education, retail, agriculture and professional services. Anchored by Nowra and extending across more than 50 towns and villages, the region offers career pathways with major employers, growing businesses and local organisations throughout the South Coast.

Why Build Your Career in the Shoalhaven

Strong employment opportunities across multiple industries
Career pathways in both growing businesses and major employers
More than 50 unique towns and villages to call home
Space with beaches, bushland and national parks on your doorstep
Close connections to Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong
A lifestyle that supports work, wellbeing and community

Explore real career stories, local employers, industry insights to discover what's possible in the Shoalhaven.

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Towns and Suburbs in Shoalhaven area

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Explore some of the towns and suburbs in the Shoalhaven region.

Ulladulla careers and lifestyle in the Shoalhaven

Ulladulla

Sussex Inlet careers and lifestyle in the Shoalhaven

Sussex Inlet

Jervis Bay careers and lifestyle in the Shoalhaven

Jervis Bay

Berry careers and lifestyle in the Shoalhaven

Berry

Nowra careers and lifestyle near the Shoalhaven River

Nowra

Shoalhaven

Career News

From Brief to Build: A Day in the Life of a Developer at IT Basecamp

Career News, Real Stories

New Graduate Vet Career Growth: Sasha’s South Coast Start at Berry Vet Clinic

New Graduate Vet Career Growth: From Hong Kong to Kiama

Career News, Real Stories

Property Management Career Success: How Rachael Emes Found Growth on the South Coast

Sikorsky Nowra Career Success: From Navy Cadets to Aviation Operations

Career News, Local Leaders, Real Stories

Community Services Career Leadership: How Penny Hood Found Purpose with CareSouth

Career News, Real Stories

Veterinary Nursing Career Growth: How Liv Found Her Path at Berry Vet Clinic

Career News, Real Stories

From London Kitchens to Cupitt’s Estate: How Ryan Smith Built a Culinary Career and Life on the South Coast

Childcare Career Success: From Sydney Gridlock to South Coast Freedom

Berry Vet Clinic Careers: Sahra and Belle’s Veterinary Nursing Growth

Commercial HVAC Career Growth: From Locksmithing to Climax Airconditioning

Gerringong Career Success: From Sydney Stress to the South Coast

From Bookkeeping to Conveyancing: How Celeste Found Her Dream Career in the Shoalhaven, NSW

Vet Nursing Career Growth: Tayla’s New Start in Shoalhaven Heads

A Day in the Life of a New Home Consultant on the South Coast

Industry Updates

IT Careers Thrive in Regional NSW

Temika’s Story – Leading with Heart at CareSouth

From Hospitality to Law: Paris’s Unexpected Career Journey

Alan’s Journey of Career Progression at Nowchem

Passing the Baton: How Nowchem is Building the Next Generation of Leaders

Shya’s Story – Growing Within the Building Industry

Pat’s been growing his career with Nowchem for 30 years

From Sydney to South Coast: How Brett reinvented his career and found balance in Nowra

Chris found career growth moving from Canberra to the South Coast

Leading a Family Business – Harvey’s Journey to the Right Fit

From French Vineyards to Aussie Skincare: Coralie’s Unexpected Journey – Nowchem

From Germany to the South Coast – Felix’s Career in Chemistry and Cosmetics

Brave and Bold: Sudip’s Journey from Kathmandu to the NSW South Coast

Finding career growth and community in a small South Coast town – Zoe’s Story

How Matt upskilled and found his dream IT career in Huskisson

How Sam found his niche in flooring – a South Coast success story

How Klara found a fulfilling Occupational Therapy career on the NSW South Coast

Carla’s career shift from city lights to coastal life

How two young Vets found their future at Berry Vet Clinic

A Day in the Life of…. a Paediatric Occupational Therapist

A Day in the Life of… an SEO specialist in Huskisson

Industry Updates

Opportunities Taking Shape

Stef’s story – building a South Coast Career and Home

Industry Updates

A Veterinary Practice that’s determined to do things differently

A Day in the Life of… A Senior Insurance Broker on the South Coast

A Day in the Life of a People and Culture lead – career opportunities on the South Coast

A Day in the Life of… a Paralegal on the South Coast (soon to be Solicitor)

A Workplace That Cares: Chelsea’s Journey to Maternity Leave with Nowchem

A Day in the Life of a… Level 2 IT Technician out on the Road

Industry Updates, Skills of the Future

LabReady Initiative Addresses Workforce Gaps in the South Coast

Industry Updates

QintetiQ Puts South Coast Jobs on World Stage

Cyber Hero David

IT Was Meant to Be

A Career Pathway With Many Steps – From Tradesman to IT Technician

Building a New Life: Alena’s Journey from Russia to a Thriving Career in Regional Australia

Executive Regional Leader: Renee Knight

Clara’s Journey to a Fulfilling Career in Rural Health

Industry Updates

Sustainable Businesses Equipping Clinical Operators

Industry Updates

Winners are Grinners

Carly’s Career Transition from Primary School Teacher to Occupational Therapist

The South Coast is the backdrop for the life Pratima always wanted

A Lifelong Connection to the South Coast: Lydia’s Journey in Law

Leading a Fulfilling Professional and Personal Life

CareSouth’s Tracy Mayo Loves the Hands-On Nature of Her Role

Industry Updates

How CareSouth fosters Learning, Development, and Community Impact

Choosing Where Home Is – Eliza at Nowchem

Escaping the Rat Race – James at Macey Insurance

When Weekends Feel Like a Holiday – Trudi A&D Tree Services

Industry Updates

The Future Looks Bright for Professional Services on the South Coast

Macey Insurance Broker’s search for a new Marketing Coordinator

From Sydney’s Hustle to Building Community Connections on the South Coast

A Legacy of Family and Service in Nowra

Building on Strong Foundations, One Sale at a Time

Where Work Feels Like Home – The Family Behind Choices Flooring Nowra

Driving towards a better balance with Nowchem

A Day in The Life of… A Chemist: Tom has found the perfect formula

Standing out from the crowd – Job Application Success

Industry Updates

New thinking brings inclusive sports program to the Shoalhaven

Attracted to the social aspect, stayed for the career opportunities

CareSouth’s Co-CEO Co-stars

Industry Updates

Noah’s Charts New Waters

Leading by Example – Bryden Krebs, Berry Vet Clinic

Financial Dynamics ‘Strategic Evolution’

Risky Business – Cody Smith, A&D Tree Services

Home Grown Leader – John Lamont

Lawyers Putting People First – Deb Russell, Steve Warwick & Jack Miller

Partners in Life and Business – Claire and Nathan Carson

Donna Dykstra – Leading by Example

Making a Conscious Decision About the Kind of Leader You Want to Be – Mick Green

Industry Updates

Regional Community Services Organisation Setting the Bar High

Encouraged to Leave but Eager to Stay

A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist at CareSouth

A Culinary Career Like No Other

Graduate Opportunities Have Come a Long Way and So Has Jack

A Day in the Life of… A Regional Manager in Community Services: Making a Career out of Making a Difference

Industry Updates

Regional Business Harnessing the Benefits of AI

A Day in the Life of an Allied Health Assistant (AHA)… Well two actually

A Day in the Life of… A Vet Nurse Receptionist

A Day in the Life of… A Junior Arborist: The Thrill of Climbing Trees for a Living

A Day in the Life of an Arborist Supervisor/Estimator

A Day in the Life of… A Regional Site Supervisor: Building the Dream

A Day in the life of… A General Manager of Broking: Where No Two Days are the Same

A Day in the Life of… A Mature-Junior Accountant: From Scaffolder to Accountant

A Day in the Life of… An Organisation and Methods Analyst: From Intern to Employee

A Day in the life of… A Graduate Occupational Therapist (OT): Being a Full time Creative Problem Solver

A Day in the Life of… A Vet Nurse

A Day in the Life of… A Vet working in Berry and Shell Cove

Crossing Paths with Macey Insurance Brokers

From Nursing to Real Estate, on a journey that wasn’t a straight line

Industry Updates

Employment News Story: Shoalhaven Occupational Therapy – A Regional Star that Shines Bright

Featured employer spotlight: Macey’s annual charity golf day celebrates 10 years

Why Intrapreneurship is the new Buzzword

When Dreams Become Reality

The Power of Networking

The Choice is Yours

When Growth Snowballs

Variety is the Spice of Life

Industry Updates

Family, Quality, Community

You Really Can Have it All

When accounting is a Team Sport

The Garden Berry – Designing Careers Around People

Shoalhaven

Employers

Meet some of the leading employers in the Shoalhaven.

CareSouth employer of choice - Think Regional Partner Employer

Community and Health Services

CareSouth

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Agriculture and Animal Care

Berry Veterinary Clinic

I.T Basecamp

Professional Services, Government and Education

IT Basecamp

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Advanced Manufacturing and Defence Solutions

Nowchem

Shoalhaven

Events

Get to these great events in the Shoalhaven and start networking and making connections in your community. These events are great way to meet city leaders, trainers and employers.

21 October, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

Business After Hours Powered by ActewAGL

15 October, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

Grow Together 8 Week Program

14 October, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

Women in Business Coffee Catch Up

15 September, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

Business After Hours: Future Ready Regions (VR Roadshow)

4 September, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

She’s Got This 2026 Conference – Women’s Conference

19 August, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

Business After Hours Hosted by TAFE NSW

20 November, 2026

Shoalhaven Business Chamber

SBC & Macey Insurance Brokers Golf Day 2026

South Shoalhaven- Business Chamber Milton Ulladulla

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