You’re a people person who’s goal-driven, enjoys conversation and laughter. Whether it’s helping others, building things, or doing good work, you want to everyone to have a great experience and your attention to detail is second–to–none. 

Fun and full of life, you aim to please. Employers need reliable powerhouses like you who take pride in their work and go all out to do a great job.

A Generator role is often the first type of experience that people have in employment. A recent study found that young Australians found their first paid jobs in the Generator cluster more than any other type. ²

The Generator cluster includes jobs in hospitality, education or professional services, where no two days are the same. And that’s the fun of it)!

If you’re a strong multi-tasker, like the buzz of a busy workplace and can chat to anyone, you may be enjoy being a barista. Taking orders, talking to customers, processing payments and making drinks all form part of the role. Listening carefully is important too and the great thing is that the hours can be flexible.

Wait staff, barista and chef are in the top five most in demand jobs in the tourism and hospitality industry. ³ They’re jobs that are rewarding, and fun.

But that’s not all, if working in hospitality isn’t your thing, you could apply your skills to a range of other industries including retail, sales and entertainment.

If you’re passionate about helping people and a good communicator, you could work on the front line as the go-to person in a business. Your skills may be suited to positions like receptionist, event coordinator or sales assistant. These people are often the first port of call when customers need help in a shop or office. Compassion, commitment and good organisational skills are some of the things that employers will be looking for.

You’ll have the opportunity to learn on the job and your positive, can-do mindset will appeal to employers. In fact, it’s been revealed that an optimistic attitude can drive you to employment even quicker. ⁴

There’s a diverse range of roles available for the Generator cluster which offer flexibility, a sense of self-worth and interaction with lots of different people. Australia needs vibrant, interesting and skilled people like you.

¹ According to Indeed
² According to the FYA New work reality report
³ According to Employment Department projections to support National Skills Week 2017
⁴ According to the FYA New work reality report