Tasmania is an island in Australia located 240kilometres south of the eastern side of the continent. It is known for its ability to retain its natural environment.37% of the land is in reserves.

The economy of Tasmania has been fluctuating resulting in a decrease in the mining, agriculture and manufacturing industries. Tourism has remained to be one of the islands’ best employers together with the forestry industry. Small businesses run in the area are known to be rising and also provide a certain level of employment. In the tourism industry, the reserves serve as tourist attraction areas. Tourist guides, veterans concerned with the health of the animals and environmentalists who maintain the natural environment of the area are required in this sector. Federal Group owns several hotels, creating employment for maids, cooks, waiters/waitresses, receptionists, accountants, administrators, financial managers and marketing agents.

The casinos in Tasmania have also contributed to employment on the island. Casinos create jobs for dealers, entertainers in the form of dancers, and musicians, security officers, supervisors monitoring the games, waiters and barman/lady. International Catamarans is a successful business that deals with the building of ships and owns a good reputation. It is known to supply catamarans to big industries or companies. The US military has been one of its biggest customers. Jobs in this company include civil engineers and architects.

Moorilla estate is another business that has a lot to offer in terms of employment opportunities. A winery is characteristic of the place which also produces beers. Winemakers find jobs in this sector. The estate also provides entertainment for the visitors that come by. Entertainers in the form of dancers, singers, musicians, actors/actresses also find employment in this sector. Museums are tourist attraction in this area and the current reconstruction of the museum provides employment for tour guides, general cleaners in the museums, construction workers and engineers. Fishing promotes and dominates the export industry.

Salmon, abalone and crayfish are some of the fish exported. Fishers are a requisite in this industry. Tassal a business based in Tassal is responsible for the production and export of the fish. Fishermen, responsible for fishing and sorting the fish afterwards are the jobs that this business offers.