Working in Dorset
Dorset Employment Connect (DEC) is part of the Tasmanian Government’s Jobs Tasmania network of Regional Jobs Hubs. Established in 2023, DEC help more people into work and businesses to thrive. DEC bring local employers together with job seekers, providing free and dedicated employment support services.
For Job Seekers
Whether you have relocated to the area and are looking for work, have lived here for some time, or been out of the workforce and are wanting to work again – DEC are here to support your needs. DEC would like to know what your views and goals are, and any barriers that you may be facing in getting to where you want to be. Maybe you would like to re-train, switch industries or undertake an apprenticeship? DEC can help!
For Local Employers
If you are an employer looking for the ideal person to add to your team, DEC can help! The DEC team will work with you to understand your business needs and do all they can to match your business values with the ideal employee. Post a job with DEC and it'll be added to the job listings, shared on their Facebook page, and they will put you in touch with potential candidates!
Dorset Employment ConnectDorset Findings Report
Jobs Tasmania engaged Fae Robinson Futures and Stenning and Associates to conduct a thorough analysis of the Dorset region in relation to work, employment, education and training. The extensive review took many weeks to complete and the consultants conducted interviews, workshops and meetings with locals from a broad cross section of the Dorset community.
The final findings report can be read in full below
Dorset Findings ReportThinking about starting your own business? Check out Business in Dorset
Want to buy a property? Check out Buying Property in Dorset