Recently, TIA conducted a workforce survey to identify key challenges and opportunities in the tourism workforce.

As the sector continues to rebuild, recruitment remains a significant focus, with nearly half of organisations actively hiring. Vacancies are primarily at entry and mid-levels, reflecting ongoing demand across skill tiers.

Encouragingly, 75% of organisations are optimistic about the next 12 months, although challenges such as rising costs persist. This survey supports TIA’s advocacy efforts, including visa scheme reviews and workforce development initiatives.

You can view the full report here.