What length should an Australian CV be?

2 to 3 pages is the norm. Juniors can stay at 1–2 pages. Experienced seniors can go up to 4 pages.

Should references be included in an Australian CV?

Yes, include 2 professional references directly in your CV with their full contact details.

What is the Key Selection Criteria in Australia?

For positions in the Australian public service, you must address the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) in a separate document using the STAR method.

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The Australian job market in 2026

Australia is one of the strongest economies in the Asia-Pacific with a historically low unemployment rate. In 2026, the country is actively seeking skilled professionals in tech, healthcare, and engineering, notably through the Skills in Demand Visa (SC-482).

6 essential rules for a perfect Australian CV

2 to 3 pages accepted

In Australia, a 2–3 page CV is the norm. Senior profiles can go up to 4 pages. This is longer than in the USA but shorter than a German Lebenslauf.

No photo (private sector)

A photo is not expected in the private sector. For some creative or media roles, a professional photo is acceptable but not required.

Key Skills at the top

Add a 'Key Skills' or 'Core Competencies' section right after your summary. Australian recruiters look for this systematically.

Selection Criteria (public sector)

For Australian government positions, you must address 'Key Selection Criteria' (KSC) in a separate document. This is not optional.

References in the CV

Unlike the UK, Australia values including 2 references directly in your CV (name, title, phone, email). 'References available on request' is outdated here.

Mention your visa

If you are not a citizen or permanent resident, mention your visa status at the top of your CV or in your application email.

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Australian job market — Key figures 2026

Indicator	Value	Note
Active workforce	14 million	Service economy
Taux de chômage	3.9 %	Pénurie dans tech & santé
Median salary	AUD $75,000/yr	Higher in Sydney and Melbourne
Key work visa	Skills in Demand (SC-482)	Employer sponsorship required
Shortage sectors	IT, Nursing, Engineering	Mining in Western Australia
CV format	2–3 pages	References included in CV

See also: UK CV, USA CV, Canada CV. For fundamentals: how to write a CV and CV format 2026.

FAQ — Australian CV: your questions

2 to 3 pages for most profiles. Juniors can stay at 1–2 pages. Experienced seniors (15+ years) can go up to 4 pages. Unlike the USA, a 2-page Australian CV is perfectly normal.

Yes, this is Australian practice: include 2 professional references directly in your CV (first name, last name, title, company, phone number). Australian recruiters often call references before even scheduling an interview.

For positions in the Australian Public Service (APS), you must write a separate document addressing the 'Key Selection Criteria' point by point. Each criterion must be illustrated using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).

The Skills in Demand visa (SC-482, replacing TSS) is the main sponsored work visa. For highly sought-after professions, the Global Talent visa (SC-858) offers a faster pathway. The WHV (Working Holiday Visa) allows working for up to 12–24 months.

Yes. Remove the photo and all personal details. Convert your qualifications (bac+5 = Master's Degree). Translate into Australian English (organisation, colour, programme). Add references and a clearly visible Key Skills section.

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